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CARMINA
interview by tiffany bank
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What made you decide to become a plus size model?
I love working with other artists and fashion professionals to produce
an image because artistic collaboration really drives me. But the
main reason I wanted to become a plus model is that I am plus. This
is the body I was given, and my job is to keep my body as healthy,
balanced and happy as I can. Like many women of size I went
through periods of intense self-hatred, but I came out much stronger
and more confident on the other side. And, of course, I also like
shoes and glamor as much as the next gal.
Name: Carmina Suzanne
Resides In: Buffalo, NY
Whom do you look to for curvy inspiration?
Height/ Size: 5’9”, size 14/16
Online portfolio
While I don’t really dress in vintage styles anymore, I still look
My favorite quote: “Never
to designers and celebs from the 50s. Nigella Lawson is a big
underestimate the stimulation
of eccentricity.”
Neil Simon, ‘Biloxi Blues’
inspiration for me. My pal Sarah Chiwaya at Curvily is always on top
of the trends and she’s a go-to blogger for me.