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Rising Up and Breaking Barriers: Latina Bosses

​Rising Up and Breaking Barriers: Latina Bosses
Latinaexplorer
​Ivangellys Gonzalez is the creative mind behind Latina Explorer. Raised in Orlando, the Puerto Rican beauty created a platform intended to empower her followers to take risks, set goals and enjoy the journey of life. She lives and breaths the millennial demographic experience and embraces emerging global cultures in her travels. She navigates life with the point of view that the world knows no boundaries or language barriers when common interests are shared. She is a truly innovative mind and thrives off of the creative process. She was nominated in 2018 by Orlando Weekly for best local Instagram and has a website launching soon!
Yilena Hernadez
Yilena Hernández was born in Holguín, Cuba. Since she was a child she showed a lot of talent in the art of acting; However, at the age of 15 after winning a Beauty contest, she would start her career as a model, in 2009 she packed her suitcases full of dreams and decided to go after them moving to the United States. Her beginnings in a foreign country were a challenge to make her way in the world of fashion but this did not stop her, so she participated in several Beauty contests in which she was Miss international Bikini and because of the resemblance to the doll Barbie began to be recognized for "The Cuban Barbie." Yilena Hernández has been invited as an influencer in catwalks by haute couture designers such as: Tom Ford, Balmain and Roberto Cavalli. This Cuban model has made its way into the world of fashion in an impressive way, being the face of the well-known designer of stars Willfredo Gerardo.
 Yilena has worked as an international model throughout Europe and the United States walking the most important catwalks of the fashion world, such as Paris fashion week, New York fashion week, Milan fashion week, Los Angeles fashion week, and many more. It has been the cover in several prestigious magazines such as Playboy, fhm, maxim, Ellements, latina, Vogue, Elle, cosmopolitan, men's health, life style, jmg. The Cuban Barbie has been invited and working on several television programs, some of which are "Sabado Gigante," "Latin Angels," "Hoy." She recently launched her line of lashes "Yilena Luxury Lashes." As of today, she is working with Willfredo Gerardo  on the creation of a line of bikinis that will be exhibited in the Miami swim week and will create a special line of couture clothing.
Gilda Garza
Gilda Garza is a Mexican artist born in Sinaloa, Mexico. She started to paint as young as she can remember, a generational talent passed down to her from her grandmother. Living in one of the most dangerous places in Mexico, Sinaloa, she was surrounded by war and kidnappings in her family. Her paintings show all of the raw emotions from these impactful events in her life. She believes the best works of art happen when pain and suffering turn into inspiration and creativity.

In a recent interview for Hermosaz, Gilda said, "My secret to break barriers and take my art to another level is to do things from the heart! What I do is my true passion and I do it with all my love, from when I start painting there is no work that does not have a part of my life in it, even when I'm at an event of mine I want those who accompany me to spend it well and make a whole experience, for me it is an honor to accompany me and travel from all over the world to see my works. When I paint, it is a part of me that needs to express itself. My secret is to do everything with the heart."

Miryam Rochin
Miryam Rochin is a Mexican-American digital influencer. She works as a teacher while attending university. Besides dancing, one of her passions is traveling, she has visited over 15 countries. While traveling, she also finds a way to help local communities. In a recent interview, Miryam said, "travel causes you to change your perspective on society and its different cultures." Miryam also holds the title of Miss Grand Arizona 2019, in which her duty as queen is to promote the message of NONVIOLENCE around the state. In August, she will travel to Chicago to Nationals, representing Arizona.

"Persistence and determination is the key to being able to achieve everything you want. I would like to continue learning, traveling and continue to make a change in my community." - Miryam Rochin

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Tania Zuluaga Candamil

Tania Zuluaga Candamil


Fashionista and Model


Residence: Mexico City 

nationality: Colombiana 

Instagram @taniazuluaga

Tania Zuluaga Candamil
Tania Zuluaga Candamil
What do you like about being Latina?

I am proud of being Latina because of our charisma, we are always smiling and we are kind. Our food is delicious and we have beautiful landscapes that are not seen in other places.

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

One of my great passions is cooking, I love appliances, I am the #1 fan.


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

My favorite colors are black, blue and red. A women should always have a good pair of jeans and an elegant jacket.

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

One of my favorite Colombian designers is Andrés Otalora, who stands out for his elegance and good taste.


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

I love Cara Delevinge.

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Andrea Vivas

Andrea Vivas


Fashionista and Model


Residence: Venezuela

Nationality: Venezuelan 

Instagram: @Andreaavivas

Andrea Vivas
Andrea Vivas
What do you like about being Latina?

The diversity that we carry, the rhythm in our hips, our culture. I am proud of where I come from.

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

Taboos are over for me, I am an open-minded person.

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

Red and black are the colors that predominate in my closet, I have blouses and pants more than anything.


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

I like many,  but my favorite at this point is Colgó, a regional brand that is rising fast. They design bags and jackets, and it's admiring how diverse their models are.

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

I am completely fascinated by Bella's Thorne's work, I've been following her since she started at Disney, I love how she's  always posting pictures without makeup, showing her real self.


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

Fulfilling my dreams in different areas, as an artist, dancer, model, I want to surround my life with art and that is about that.

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Claudia Vaca

Claudia Vaca Rengifo


Fashionista and Model


Residence: Mexico

Nationality: Ecuadorianisch

Instagram: @clauvacarengifo

Claudia Vaca Rengifo
Claudia Vaca Rengifo
What do you like about being Latina?

I love Latinos, we are happy, fun, family oriented.

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

I live in Mexico and I am studying at the Telemundo school, I am a model, at an agency here in Mexico, I take pictures of babies and I have a 7 month old baby.

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

I use many boots, I love black and white clothes, and black bags are a must. 


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

I love Gucci, I like that it has a lot of style and that mixes classic and modern designs.

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

I love Natalie Portman and Sara Sampaio because of their natural beauty.


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

I see myself as an actress in Mexico, with my family and being a professional photographer.

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Kathiria Y. Núñez Nieves

Kathiria in yellow top

Kathirina Y. Núñez Nieves 


Fashionista and Lifestyle Influencer


Residence: Puerto Rico

Nationality: Puertorican 

Instagram: @Kathirinanunezoficial

Kathiria wearing mini dress
Kathiria wearing white summer dress
What do you like about being Latina?

We are empowered women, we are fighters and entrepreneurs. We are strong and persevering.

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

People would be surprised to know how mature I am. 

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

White and black. Jumpsuits.


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

Alessandra Ambrosio, Gigi Hadid, Eiza Gonzalez, Olivia Culpo and Jennifer Lopez.

Kathiria in yellow top
Kathiria in black dress
Kathiria green swimsuit
What is your favorite brand/designer? What do you like about that brand?

Gucci. The quality of their products.

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

Working on TV, collaborating with big brands and having my own business.

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Rocio Hrabar

Rocio Hrabar 


Model and Fashionista


Residence: Mexico City

Nationality: Argentinian 

Instagram: @roohrabar

Rocio Hrabar
Rocio Hrabar
What do you like about being Latina?

I like the love and passion that we put into everything we do and everything we like, and our pre-Hispanic culture that continues to endure makes us unique.

What’s something about you that people would be surprised to know?
That I am Argentinian but I do not like dulce de leche ice cream, and I am afraid of balloons.


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

My favorite color is red, although I have many clothes in pink.


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

Favorito brands Gucci and Dolce Gabbana

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

Julia Roberts.

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

I want to travel the world, hopefully in 5 years you can see my Instagram with pictures in Egypt or returning to some of the countries that I love as much as Mexico.

 

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Lucila Bradley

Lucila Bradley 


Fashionista and Model


Residence: Spain 

Nationality: Argentina

Instagram: @lulibradley

Lucila Bradley
Lucila Bradley
What do you like about being Latina?

The passion that we carry in our blood. The strength to continue forward. The way we fight for what we want and never give up. We have seen a lot of poverty, a lot of desolation, and that lowers us a bit to the ground, it makes us understand what is valuable.

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

A couple of years ago I went to school and while putting together a presentation I swallowed a pin, a needle and I had it lodged in my throat for about 6 hours. I almost had surgery, but at the end I was fine, lucky.

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

Colors: Black and white. Sets: Leather jacket and hats. 


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

I do not follow designers that much. I pick my clothes by the style like, not because of the designer. Most of my clothes are form Zara. I love it because they always have the latest trends and accessible prices.

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

Hailey Rhode Bieber, but also love Jennifer Aniston in the 90's


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

That is a difficult question, in this career everything changes quickly, but one of my objectives is to be in a movie or series.

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Paty Arizpe

Paty Arizpe


Fashionista and Model


Residence: Mexico

Nationality: Mexican 

Instagram: @patyarizpef

Paty Arizpe
Paty Arizpe
What do you like about being Latina?

Our sense of identity, values, family tradition, respect and cooperation in our culture and beliefs.

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

I would have like to be an international classic violinist, I also paint, write, sing and enjoy everything about performing arts.

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

Mostly vivid colors full of light and contrast.


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

Fendi. I love it's futuristic designs, forms and colors.

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

Gigi Hadid, Doutzen Kroes.


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

One of my major goal is to drive a change in education. I see myself having an exciting career as a speaker, writer and women's inspirational role model.Traveling all around the world and experiment different cultures. Also having a beautiful family.

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Melanie Marantes

Melanie Marantes

 

Miss Arecibo Petite 2019


Residence: Puerto Rico

Nationality: Puerto Rican 

Instagram: @melaniemarantes

Melanie Marantes
Melanie Marantes
What do you like about being Latina?

Being Latina is a privilege, I have the best culture, the racial mixture that distinguishes us is the greatest gift. Being friendly, cheerful, kind, and above all, our Caribbean flavor is the best.

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

I am an actress, singer and dancer. I love musical theater. I played María in the musical of west side story in Mexico and Luisa in Los Fantástikos in Puerto Rico.

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

In my wardrobe you will find mostly earth colors, but I always have vibrant colors and of course you can not miss the basic white and black pieces.


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

My favorite designer at the moment is Zuhair Murad. His style is extremely elegant and high fashion, all his pieces have so much dreamy details.

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


Zendaya í a fashion icon, she is not afraid to use any garment, she uses vibrant colors and unique designs that make her stand out in red carpets. She is an inspiration. Another girl that fascinates me is Blake Lively, from her most daring styles to her elegance, every piece she wears is a show.


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

Within five years, I see myself creating a non-profit company where the arts are involved with the purpose of raising funds to improve facilities in public schools in my country and continue promoting values through the arts around the world. I want to be an example and motivation for everyone who wants a better world. I also want to work on a musical, television and series, while continue growing as an artist.