A Model's Journey to the Top

This week has been a rollercoaster ride for me..... I went through my Mid-Terms on Monday and and then today I had to put it all to the test at Finals.....

After 3 weeks of intense training with some of the most wonderful instructors on the grid, I spent my week getting ready for today.... I studied, I practiced, I ate, slept breathed finals this week.  At 6:00pm SLT today, I went before Laylah Lecker, Executive Trainer,  to prove that I am worthy to become a model here at CWS.

First item in my finals was to show that I had style and could work with a theme!  The theme tonight was Casual with a hat...


When I heard the theme for my final, I was really excited.  I have been shopping a lot lately, enjoying all the beautiful colors of Fall.

Fall is my favorite time of year with the leaves changing colors, Cider Mills making fresh  cider and donuts, Halloween just around the corner and the crisp cool air.  I love the fact that designers bring out the rich earthy tones of fall in their designs this time of year as well, with warm browns, burnt oranges, and rich deep reds.

My schedules are hectic with training and work , as I am sure most models are accustomed to.  So, I chose to go with a style that was casual enough for business, yet be elegant enough to easily transition into drinks with friends after a long day of taking care of business.

Outfit:

Bikini Top "Nicole" - ALESSANDRA

Sina III Bikini Bottoms - Secret Passions

Dallas's Cowgirl Hat - Cactus Flower - Black

Dallas's Cowgirl Boots - Cactus Flower - Black

Jewelry & makeup:

DonQ Earrings - Chop Zuey

Don Q Men's Necklace - Chop Zuey

Belly Ring Drop Star Silver - RYCA

Luscious Lashes 39 - Redgrave

::je suis...naive Nails v.2::BASIC NAILS - Angel Dessous

TRUTH Hair Cynthia -  blondes

Knowledge is a never ending process.  We continue to learn everyday, and while Graduation is a milestone in our lives, it does not mean our learning has come to an end.

If I was to choose the most valuable things I take away with me from my time here, it would be the lessons I have learned here in regards to poise, self confidence and the importance of knowledge. Clif & Hermione have led us by example and encouraged us every step of the way, even when we stumbled.  With the many hours of instruction here, I can now confidently state that I bring to the fashion industry a drive to succeed, a desire to be the best I can be through continued education and opportunities, and a professional work ethic.  I will showcase  designers or agencies, that  I hope to have the pleasure of representing, with professionalism and integrity.

I would like to take a moment to thank Hermione Mocha and Clif Sharktooth for the exceptional instruction they have offered to us during our time here at JCNY FMU/ Fashion Modeling University as well as their friendship and encouragement.  They have instilled in us the importance of always putting our best foot forward and to always strive to be the best we can be.  I would also like to thank JD Hanson for offering such a wonderful and valuable program and the many opportunities offered here at JCNY .  Today I may graduate from FMU, but my time here has inspired me to continue to learn, grow and aspire to great things.




After graduation, we celebrated at JCNY's Lover's Garden.  Always a rocking good time with friends and fellow models.