Featured Fashionista: Betsie Islas


















Betsie Islas
What do you like about being Latina?

I love the culture, the traditions, the food and of course the warmth of the Latin people.

What’s something about you that people would be surprised to know?
That I don't like hot drinks even if they're cold.
What are your favorite colors and outfits that make up most of your closet?

I love comfortable sets, with basic clothes in gray, black and white.

What trends are big in your city?

Some designers are incorporating different designs, weaving and embroidery typical of indigenous regions of Mexico and it is undoubtedly becoming one of my favorite tendencies.

What is your favorite brand/designer? What do you like about that brand?

It's difficult to choose a single designer, but without a doubt one of my favorites is Donatella Versace, I love her elegant but at the same time daring fashion.

Betsie Islas
Betsie Islas
Betsie Islas
Which actresses or models do you believe have the best style?

Selena Gómez, Gigi Hadid and Chiara Ferragni.

Where do you see yourself in 5 years and what are your goals?

I visualize myself with a brand of clothes and accessories.

Betsie Islas
Betsie Islas

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Featured Makeup Artist: Jessica Omid

















Jessica Omid
Jessica Omid
What do you like about being Latina?

I love the culture that is embedded in our blood. Being raised by hard working parents that teach you strong work ethics and of course having that Latin spice.

What’s something about you that people would be surprised to know?
I’m a hypochondriac. I’m very OCD, and I carry hand sanitizer everywhere I go
What are your favorite colors and outfits that make up most of your closet?

Of course black is a staple color in my closet, but I have a ton of whites, pink, sequins and print. So pretty much everything you can think of.

What trends are big in your city?

I feel trends are now on a national level thanks to social media, but in Irvine you will see a ton of active wear (which I live for) or summer dresses, sandals and beach waves. #effortless

What is your favorite brand/designer? What do you like about that brand?

It depends; I have a huge collection of shoes from designers such as Guiseppe Zanotti to Christian Louboutin. Bags, where do I begin, Chanel (clear obsession), YSL (love), Bvlgari (to die for) , Louis Vuitton (classic), Dior (style) and Fendi (fun) ….. so designers bags have a clear space in my heart and closet. For clothing on the other hand, I love brands like Zara, online shopping stores like Revolve, Missguided and Forever 21 because they offer trendy yet affordable fashion. 

Jessica Omid
Jessica Omid
Jessica Omid
Which actresses or models do you believe have the best style?

Kim Kardashian of course, she is a trendsetter, Bella Hadid because she is edgy and high fashion, and bloggers like Desi Perkins, Negin Mirsalehi, and Janice Joostma because they bless us with their feeds.

Where do you see yourself in 5 years and what are your goals?

Definitely with three kids or more, with my own brand, and doing what ever makes me happy.

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Jessica Omid

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Featured Fashionista: Lenny Izquierdo
















Lenny Izquierdo
Lenny Izquierdo
What do you like about being Latina?

What I love more about being Latina is my culture. I love how hard working my people are. Despite any obstacles they might face, especially living in this country with no papers, they don’t give up. They’ll stand on a corner and sell flowers or fruit for 12 hours straight to make sure their family is taken care for.

What’s something about you that people would be surprised to know?
Something about me that people would be surprised to know is that I had a pretty hard upbringing. I was raised in the Foster Care system which was not easy at all. I dealt with homelessness, not knowing where I was going to live while finishing my senior year of high school could have easily stopped me from pursuing a better future for myself. But my drive to be someone in life and to be a role model for young girls going through similar situations was stronger than any problems I was facing at the moment. And looking back at it now, it was all worth it. Even if I only inspire 1 person with my story, I know that she or he will have a chance at a better future.
What are your favorite colors and outfits that make up most of your closet?

My favorite colors and outfits that make up most of my closet would have to be white, blue and black. I love styling amazing chic pieces from brands, as you can see all over my Instagram, but most of the time you will always find me wearing my favorite PAIGE blue or black jeans with a white tee from VINCE or RAG & BONE. Oh and you can’t forget a good pair of booties and a good denim or leather jacket. That is my go to look when I am rushing out the door.

What trends are big in your city?

Trends that are big in my city are probably distressed black jeans with a cute tee and the black GUCCI slides. And now that its starting to get hot, I would say a good pair of 501 LEVIS short shorts with a cute tank and some cute sandals. I am a very simple girl, I love wearing things that look effortlessly put together to be honest.

What is your favorite brand/designer? What do you like about that brand?

I love so many brands & designers. Especially up and coming brands. But If I had to choose I would say my favorite brand is PAIGE, I love what the brand represents. How inclusive they are for every type of body, and of course the designer herself, PAIGE is the most amazing and inspiring person. She was one of the first female denim designers in the industry back in 2004. She opened doors for a lot of women in the denim industry.

Lenny Izquierdo
Lenny Izquierdo
Lenny Izquierdo
Which actresses or models do you believe have the best style?

The actress I believe has the best style would have to be Selena Gomez. I love how chic and stylish she is, but also keeps it very simple. She can definitely style everything and anything and still make it look amazing. She is one my fashion icons.

Where do you see yourself in 5 years and what are your goals?

This is a question that I ask myself every morning during my “me time”. I am very big on making goals and having them in front of you at all times so you know what you are fighting for everyday. In 5 years, I see myself owning and designing my own clothing brand. I actually have already started, it should be launching in the fall. It's a huge project I’ve been working on for almost a year and I could not be more excited. I also see myself having a non profit organization or charity that helps foster youths in the Los Angeles area by providing them with clothes and everyday necessities. Something that I went through when I first entered the system and many kids still go through everyday is not having clothes or a bag to put your belongings. They give you a black trash bag to put all your belongings and that’s what you take with you from home to home. The transition can be traumatic for a kid or teenager so if I can offer them a little help, why not. I have so many more goals such as buying my first home and traveling a lot but I think the two I mentioned before are the ones that mean the most to me and are the ones that push me everyday to get up and keep going. Hope these answers are good!

Lenny Izquierdo
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Brianda Carrasco



Brianda sitting in white dress
brianda en crystales
What do you like about being Latina?
I have always felt defined by my drive and determination in life. That’s who I am and that’s what I am most proud of. I wouldn’t say an ethnicity defines that in a person, I think that comes through your personal experiences and how you choose to react to them. However, I do believe that my upbringing (being raised by a Latina, single mother) has been the root of all of my accomplishments and I am thankful for the morals and values that she has instilled in me.
What’s something about you that people would be surprised to know?
I am an adrenaline junkie and I love to travel. I have been skydiving in Portugal, bungee jumping and free falling in Dallas, sky jumping in Vegas, hand gliding in Brazil, amongst a few other things. I love the rush and that's also probably why I love competing and being on stage.
What is your favorite outfit in your closet?

I have never been a girly girl, in fact I grew up with boy cousins so I’m more of a tomboy turned beauty queen. I love dressing up in dresses and heels but I always feel the most comfortable when I’m wearing workout clothes. I'll have to say my joggers are my favorite.

Who is your role model and why?

I don't have a specific role model since we are all humans and no one is perfect. I believe that sometimes looking up to someone puts limitations on your own capabilities. Instead, I believe in being motivated by others to become the best version of yourself. For me that's a variety of athletes, celebrities and people in my personal life. For example, someone who I do have a lot of respect for is Tim Tebow.He stays true to his faith and does so much in his community for kids with special needs, which is also my platform.

brianda con corona
brianda en rojo
brianda en negro
Where do you see yourself in 5 years and what are your goals?

One of my goals is to leave a legacy behind. There are many things I want to accomplish throughout my lifetime but if I fast forward 5 years from now I hope to be a successful, fulfilled and happy person who is still involved in her community, working towards her goals and inspiring others to do the same.

brianda en bikini
brianda con diamantes

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Featured Fashionista: Daniella Cuesta

Daniella mint long sleeve

Daniella in white top and pants
Daniella in blue long dress
What do you like about being Latina?

I love my culture, my food, my family values! I love when people ask me where I’m from, and I’m proud to say my country. We are happy people and we put the best energy to everything! More power to Latinos!

What’s something about you that people would be surprised to know?

I hate flying! But I love traveling to new places so I just deal with it.

What are your favorite colors and outfits that make up most of your closet?

My favorite colors are not in my closet!  I love purple and pink. Don’t have many of these colors in my closet since for some reason I’m not a fan of them on clothes. Most of my closet is composed of white and black.

What trends are big in your city?

Denim and wide legged pants. With crop tops!

Daniella mint long sleeve
Daniella with sunglasses
Daniella in beige top
What is your favorite brand/designer? What do you like about that brand?

I love Alexis. They inspire elegance and a classy style with a pinch of sexy. Their clothing fits perfectly and the quality is amazing!

Which actresses or models do you believe have the best style?

I admire Camila Coelho and Negin Mirsalehi, their style reflects mine completely! I want all of their closet. Beyonce’s style is also amazing!

Where do you see yourself in 5 years and what are your goals?

5 years from now I see myself owning my own fashion oriented business and being more active on Instagram and hopefully inspiring others. It might sound cliche but my goal in life is to simply be happy doing what I am doing.

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Featured Fashionista: Stefy Vence





















Stefy Vence
Stefy Vence
What do you like about being Latina?

We are exotic women, with a particular and mysterious beauty that makes us unique in the world for many reasons:

  • We are an inexhaustible source of joy and hope.

  • Women entrepreneurs and workers with a high sense of responsibility and passion.

  • Our miscegenation makes us unrepeatable, that’s why we carry beauty in our blood.

  • And finally because we definitely represent independence and we are invincible ...

What’s something about you that people would be surprised to know?
I am a real woman, multifaceted in every sense, that’s why I want to be a reflection and example that it is possible to perform as a mother, wife and, executive at the same time; without leaving aside our passions, mine of course is fashion, beauty and trends; without any of the roles being more exclusive than the other one and always maintaining the balance!
What are your favorite colors and outfits that make up most of your closet?

I love black: it looks elegant and glamorous.

What trends are big in your city?

Bogota is a city where women are always at the forefront, so the trends that are followed are those that street style worldwide impose. The capital is ideal to wear fashion from the rest of the planet with any kind of items such as leather jackets, trench coats, boots, coats and hats.

What is your favorite brand/designer? What do you like about that brand?

One of my favorite brands at the moment is the Italian brand Gucci, which is one of the most luxurious currently. They are pieces that seduce and known for their sophistication and elegance. Despite having been created in 1921 it has not lost its validity!!

Stefy Vence
Stefy Vence
Stefy Vence
Which actresses or models do you believe have the best style?

I love the style of Blake Lively, Cate Blanchett, Victoria Beckham, Gigi Hadid and Natalia Vodiánova among others; They are characterized by three words: glamour, style and perfection.

Where do you see yourself in 5 years and what are your goals?

Living in Miami because my family loves that city and growing in each role that I have. Also being a super ambassador of Colombia in the US, I would like to set up a boutique of the crafts that characterize each region of my country.

Stefy Vence
Stefy Vence

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Featured Blogger: Vanessa Dembo

Vanessa side pose

Vanessa cowgirl outfit
Vanessa white blazer outfit
What do you like about being Latina?

What I love the most about being Latina is the colorful personality and the warmth. I love embracing who I am and where I come from.

What’s something about you that people would be surprised to know?

Well, that’s a question to ask my hubby, he always says that I surprise him with bills LOL. To be honest, some of the people here in the US might not know that I was a professional singer back in Venezuela. I miss that side of me so much. Even though I was able to fulfill one of my bucket list wishes of recording my first single on iTunes. HOY APUESTO A QUIEN SOY.

What are your favorite colors and outfits that make up most of your closet?

For my skin tone I love wearing corals, turquoise and red. I also have a lot of neutrals to pair them with nicely. In the summer I love to wear summer dresses. In the fall there is always room for over the knee boots (I think every woman should own a pair).

What trends are big in your city?

Minnesota is very conservative, and the fashion trends arrive a little bit late here. I guide myself mostly from magazines and from what I bring into my store and most of the time I am ahead of fashion in this city.

Vanessa side pose
Vanessa black dress
Vanessa orange skirt outfit
Which actresses or models do you believe have the best style?

From the old times, there is no doubt that Audrey Hepburn was an icon of elegance and style. Love the simplicity of Natalie Portman, and Halle Berry is sexy and stylish at the same time. There are a lot of people I admire with certain outfits but they don’t have a great style all the time.

What is your favorite brand/designer? What do you like about that brand?

For jeans without a doubt JBRAND, they fit me like a glove, I can always shop them without trying them on. For shoes: Sam Edelman is one of my favorites I love how they fit and the design is always great for any season. My favorite over the knee boots are from Stewart Weitzman they are sleek and elegant. I have discovered that UGGS wedges are super comfortable and I love the colors and designs . BCBG is one of my favorites for clothing in general but lately with the adjustment with a new company I am having a hard time finding the same quality and design as before.

Where do you see yourself in 5 years and what are your goals?

Having my own store besides the online store. Keep supporting creative women from Latin America and promote their work here in the US and soon around the world. Keep empowering women to look and feel good about themselves. There is a lot I have been working on but I can’t say much yet. This is just the beginning of a beautiful journey. You can follow my journey & lifestyle @vanessaslife.style and or visit www.vanessastyleshop.com

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Featured Model: Larissa Santiago















Larissa Santiago
Larissa Santiago
What do you like about being Latina?

Every single time I tell people I’m Puerto Rican. I love it! I think it’s hilarious to see their surprised faces, and its always an opportunity to open the conversation about diversity, especially in the fashion and entertainment industry. People have a stereotype of how Latinos and Puerto Ricans look like, and I enjoy witnessing my contribution to change that. I also love pronouncing my full name in Spanish. It confuses people haha.

What’s something about you that people would be surprised to know?
Some people think I am an “only child”, but no. I have an older sister and a younger brother, and they are the most precious thing in my life. Most of my personality and creativity comes from growing up with them. We are SUPER loud and crazy when we are together, and they’re always there when I need them. And, we know all of Jim Carry’s lines on Ace Ventura Pet Detective. lol!
What are your favorite colors and outfits that make up most of your closet?

What, where, how, when, and with who. Those are the questions I ask myself before I get dressed. It all depends on the circumstances, and I have a closet that’s perfect for that. Basic items (pencil skirts, tank tops, blouses, jeans, little-black-dresses) let me mix and match to always create a new outfit. Color palate stays around the cool, darker tones; black is inevitable. Overall, my look is simple, effortless and elegant.

What trends are big in your city?

I’ll say, the trend in New York City is to follow your own style. There’s such beautiful diversity of cultures and lifestyles, everyone expresses themselves in a unique style. Some people like to be comfy and warm, some people embody their lifestyle and beliefs; the majority wears black, and then there’s people who wear bright colors and patterns. It all comes down to knowing yourself and wearing what makes you feel good.

What is your favorite brand/designer? What do you like about that brand?

I am currently infatuated with Rebecca Minkoff shoes. They are so elegant, yet comfortable. I’m also in love with New Vie Shop jewelry; they add a touch of elegance and simplicity to any look. Both perfect for someone who walks around the city every day and wants to look like you thought about your outfit, head to toe.

Larissa Santiago
Larissa Santiago
Larissa Santiago
Which actresses or models do you believe have the best style?

Ashley Graham! She exudes such confidence and happiness. I think it’s sexy! Seeing her change the industry by doing what she loves while empowering women. THAT is a style I want to copy. Emma Watson and Marie Forleo are also women that I admire, not just for what they wear but for what they do and represent.

Where do you see yourself in 5 years and what are your goals?

My ultimate goal in life is to empower women and young girls to live a confident life without fear. I want to inspire them to take control and action towards their dreams, using tools I had to learn myself, like, mindfulness, creative expression and meditation. Longer term, I see myself having my own established production/consulting/education brand, probably within the fashion and entertainment industry, and then traveling the world as a speaker sharing all of it. In the meantime, in the coming few years, I see myself working with top commercial and high-end brands in print and tv, and making appearances in mainstream media like tv shows, digital series, and movies.

Larissa Santiago
Larissa Santiago

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Featured Fashionista: Maria Botero














Maria Botero
Maria Botero
What do you like about being Latina?

I love the fact that I come from a country that has struggled for decades with violence, corruption and poverty, but still has so many talented entrepreneurs, artists, bloggers, designers, I mean there is so much talent in my country and in Latin America! We not only have the most beautiful women in the universe, but also the most prestigious artists in the world, I'm sure at least once you have moved your hips with Shakira or danced all night with Maluma and J Balvin songs. I'm really honored to be Colombian and to call myself "Latina" 100% ! ... also "My hips don't lie" literally, I got the moves and the curves for sure! (hahaha)

What’s something about you that people would be surprised to know?
 Sometimes when you expose your life on social media, people tend to believe you are just that, "an amount of followers, likes and comments", but my life and my mission is so much bigger than that! I'm 25 years old, but I already have 2 careers, a masters degree and a specialization, I have a full time job and I'm starting my own business at the same time. I take social media really seriously, although I can only do it in my free time. I aim to always GIVE, this is what fulfills my life, I'm a very spiritual person, and I strongly believe that we all have angels and we need to learn to communicate with them, I do believe in energies, karma and meditation, I don't like to call it religion but spirituality, its about tolerance, acceptance but also about believing so hard that actually everything you dream and desire, comes true.
What are your favorite colors and outfits that make up most of your closet?

To be honest I like neutral colors, I prefer to accessorize an outfit with colors, than to wear them. I'm in love with everything that has movement, I love flare , high wasted and mostly loose jeans, I'm not a big fan of tide clothes. I do have a lot of light pink clothes, and my favorite print is leopard. I prefer gold over silver, earrings over necklaces, but, I love small chains, and I'm currently obsessed with layering my chains.

What trends are big in your city?

I live in Miami, so there is so much variety and style trends going on that I will lie if I say I know them all. I see lots of fannypacks, over-sized jackets (because Miami weather is crazy), Combination of boots with long dresses or skirts, the mix between denim and silk, and vintage sunglasses!

What is your favorite brand/designer? What do you like about that brand?

I'm in love with Zimmermann, all the designs are classy, with structure and movement at the same time, lots of neutral colors and specially white (J'adore!) and this brand enhances the feminine silhouette so good without being vulgar at all. It has vintage vibes as well which i'm crazy about because I love to see how past trends find their place in the new era.

Maria Botero
Maria Botero
Which actresses or models do you believe have the best style?

Our Miss Universe Paulina Vega, she's not only style goals but beauty goals as well. Love the fact that she always prefers to look natural, and real, this is what all women should strive for.

Where do you see yourself in 5 years and what are your goals?

I'm Latin so being 25 I see myself married with kids in 5 years!! (Haha) just kidding, I see myself as an empowered women, with an important power to influence peoples live, not only by showing outfits, trips, or cute pictures, but by helping others overcome their battles, fears, and insecurities through spiritual methods. My main goal is to learn and grow as a person everyday to provide my knowledge and experience to those that look up to me, life is not easy all the time, but we can overcome anything with the power of believing, and having a healthy mind and lifestyle.

Maria Botero
Maria Botero

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