Where were you born.

Miami, Fl

Where do you live now.

Echo Park in Los Angeles, CA.

Where are your mother and father from and if you would like to a line or two about them, who they are what they did, or something simple about your family back ground.

My mom is from Peru and my dad is from Colombia. They moved to NY around the age of 14 and later moved to Miami and had me!

A couple of things of which you have done or are doing now and your inspiration and reasons for doing them.

I have my degree in fashion merchandising so eventually I'd like to look into becoming an Art Director. I love developing brands and conceptualizing photo shoots.

What is beauty to you.

Beauty is having confidence. When you feel good about yourself it shows in everything you do and emanates towards others.

What do you find beautiful in others.

I love hearing people laugh. Everyone's laugh is so different and there's nothing better than a contagious one.

What are your thoughts about ageing and beauty.

I think beauty carries on with age. I find myself finding eye lines and salt and pepper hair more and more attractive as I get older.

What gives you strength in life.

My family and my close friends. They are always there for me and I can talk to them about anything. I'd probably drive myself insane without them.

What gives you a sense of identity.

So many things! Family, friends, religion, travel, art, music, fashion... I feel like all of these have helped mold me into who I am now.

What do you do to keep in shape physically and how often.

When I'm home I try to stay active everyday. I love going on hikes in Malibu or Griffith or running around Silver Lake reservoir. I also love love love Kayla Itsines' "Sweat" app. She has such a healthy perspective on body image and is such a positive influencer in a world of "clean eating" and body shaming. I use her app daily and it's great when I'm traveling and can't get to a gym.

What do you do to keep in your mind in shape.

Lately my roomies and I like to practice speaking Spanish together. It's good for the brain AND reminds us of being home in Miami.

What do you do to look after your skin.

I take a shot of Apple Cider Vinegar every morning and use coconut oil as a moisturizer. I also use a CC cream with SPF to protect my skin from the sun.

What little things do you buy just for you even though they may never be seen or known to others.

I like to collect little things wherever I travel. Usually it's from a street vendor or a little antique piece. I like things that have a story behind it.

What little things do you do just for you even though they may never be seen or known to others.

I TRY to put aside my phone or leave it at home once a week. I catch my self checking emails or social media so often that taking a break from it becomes so relieving.

Who represents a beautiful person for you at this moment and why.

The answer is cheesy but it will always be my mom. She raised me and my sis all by herself and we always felt so loved and provided for. I'm also forever amazed by her ability to have SO much energy (definitely far more than me and my sis).

A moment in your life that had a big effect on who you are now.

The moments that had the biggest impact on me all involved taking a risk and leaving my comfort zone. I think an important one was moving from Miami to LA. I left my job, family, and friends to pursue modeling full time. I didn't have much money and knew no one on the west coast. It was so scary but I'm so happy I did it.

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