About me
The bulk of my 13+ years of experience lies in fashion & beauty print, runway, and atelier/couture modeling. I also have beauty pageant experience as a 2x National titleholder. I was pageant trained by Miss Universe 2005, Natalie Glebova.
I have formal runway and model training from the best in the business, having trained under Mandy Dyonne, runway and modeling coach for Elite,IMG, NEXT, The Society, and other top global agencies. She's put the best walks in the business on the runways of Chanel, Dior, Louis Vuitton, Givenchy, Fendi, and Prada. She's also coached multiple Victoria's Secret Fashion Show runway models, and for the Elite Model Look competition.
My skillset is rooted in movement given my training and having studied at the Joffrey Ballet in the Adult open division as a form of personal fitness during my full time modeling days. My daily fitness regimen was developed by John Benton of John Benton Model Fitness, who trains countless Victoria's Secret Angels, international models, and beauty queens.
My nutrition coach is James Duigan, creator of the BODYISM method of fitness and nutrition practiced by supermodels Rosie Huntington-Whitely, Elle Macpherson, and Lara Stone..created at his Notting Hill (LNDN) and 5 Star Jumeirah Resorts (DUBAI) locations.
I have been trained in every aspect of the modeling profession, having completed Barcelona based Barcino Management's Model Academy, learning industry standards on everything from portfolio and self-tape creation to contracts, payment terms, casting protocol, and deportment and professional conduct.
My core portfolio is rooted in evening gown, high end bridal, designer jewelry, and luxury beauty. I've expanded recently into luxury swimwear. Generally speaking I am looking for more opportunities and portfolio building in those directions. With much experience, and the best trainers in the business I bring a high degree of professionality and expect the same from anyone I work with.
Guidelines:
* I do not do TFP unless the photographer/team has a preconceived, high production value concept that fits my current portfolio needs. I do not "shoot around", as this isn't the best use of my time or decade built experience.
* Hair and makeup being bundled into a job on-set are negotiable, and I am comfortable working with cosmetology students on any non-permanent changes to my appearance. : )
I have 13+ years of modeling experience, here are some of my key highlights.
Experience Highlights:
2010
Summer
I. State Preliminaries to Miss USA - 3rd Runner Up
Fall
II. Fresh Faces Model Call w/ Elite Chicago
III. Lucky Mag "Models Off Duty" Fashion mini-spread (Print)
2011
II. Vera Wang 2008 Bridal Showcase at the Bridal Show (Runway)
III. Style Chicago Fall showcase Calvin Klein (Runway)
III. Mira Couture Atelier showcase Paloma Blanca gowns (Atelier/Couture)
IV. America's Beauty Show Nick Arrojo Haircare line launch model (Beauty/Runway)
V. 312 Restaurant and Hotel Monaco Advertisements Model (Commercial)
2012
I. Cle de Peau Spring Trends Skin Presentation (Beauty)
II. Art Institute Fashion in Focus showcase (Runway)
III. Neiman Marcus DVF "Art of the Wrap" presentation (Runway)
IV. Vogue Italia mini-spread June 2012 (Print/Digital)
V. VanityFair.com's Best-Dressed Chicago round-up (Print/Digital)
2013
I. Couture Fashion Week showcase Showstopper (Runway)
II. Nicole Miller Summer Showcase (Runway)
III. MacDuggal Fashion Presentation (Runway/Atelier)
IV. Graff Chicago Anniversary Live Event Presentation (Atelier)
V. Off-Duty Model section of South Korean Fashion Magazine, Cracker Your Wardrobe (Print)
2014
I. Warby Parker 1 For 1 Campaign (Print)
II. United Airlines x Project Runway Eco-Fashion Runway Show (Runway)
III. Van Cleef & Arpels Holiday 2014 Gifting Presentation (Atelier)
IV. Formally shot by The Sartorialist, Scott Schuman (Print/Digital)
V. Glamour Magazine's Hot 100 Influencers List (Print)
2015
I. Think Pink Fashion Show, Nicole Miller (Runway)
II. Burberry Art of the Trench Atelier Presentation (Atelier/Runway)
III. Miss United Nations, USA titleholder at-large 2015
IV. Brand Ambassador for Elizabeth Arden (Spokesmodel/Brand Ambassador)
2016
I. Passport to Fashion Runway Show, Elda De La Rosa Couture (Runway)
II. South Asian Film Festival Runway Presentation (Runway)
III. Amazing Cosmetics! #NoSkinToneLeftBehind Campaign "Golden Ivory" Model, (Beauty/Print)
2017
(Hiatus due to Studying MBA)
2018
I. Barbara Bates Fashion Presentation (Atelier/Runway)
II. Fall Fashion Presentation WGN Morning Show (Atelier/On Air)
III. Maria Pinto Runway presentation (Runway)
2019
I. Street Style Runway Presentation w/ IRIDIUM (Runway)
II. The Bridal Market KittyChen Couture (Atelier/Runway)
2020
I. Miss Earth regional delegate (declined in favor of Ms. Universe)
II. Miss Peru national titleholder, Ms. Universe & Ms. World Int'l 2021
III. Miss Vizcaya Swimwear Spokesmodel Finalist - Class of 2021
2021
I. Miss Jetset, Jetset Magazine Cover Model Finalist - Class of 2021 (Top 15, Top 10, Top 5 Runner-up)
II. Ms. Universe Competition
III. Miss Vizcaya Swimwear Competition
(TBD)
