My model Reality

The modeling industry is full of glitz & glam, but let's face it, there is also a darker side to the industry. While I could write pages...

When you open a fashion magazine and flip through the pages, chances are you don't think a lot about the lives of the models you're looking

Super Bowl Sunday is almost here, and we all know that it’s about more than just football. Whether you’re an actual fan or not, the big game is always a perfect excuse to 1) hang with your friends, 2) eat tons of cheese, and 3) look sporty chic while doing 1 & 2. If you’re hosting this year’s viewing party, it’s time to start creating your Superbowl Sunday game plan! Check out my tips below for ideas on throwing an awesome party, and also the perfect party outfit for whatever

Welcome to Part 2 of our Southwestern Road-trip! In Part 1, I detailed our stops at the Hoover Dam, Grand Canyon, Horseshoe Bend, and Lo...

We decided to make a road trip out of it to explore a part of the US that neither of us had been to. While not big fans of desert landsca...

Man, how is 2019 already over? I swear I was just typing out my goals for the start of the year, and here we are, starting another chapter..

With all the hustle & bustle of the holiday season and a new decade looming, it’s really easy to get overwhelmed and feel stressed out...

TFP is an acronym for “Trade for Prints” and is a common term used in the fashion industry. It can also mean “Time for Prints” or...

Contrary to popular assumption and to the surprise of many new models, modeling contracts aren’t one-size-fits-all. Every agency has...

Whether your sights are set on a small local agency or a top international one (or both!), getting signed by a modeling agency is usually...

One big thing I have been struggling with quite a bit lately is coming up with a great idea for something and last minute...

When you become a model, you learn very quickly the importance of a good pair of heels. Whether a casting call, a shoot, or a runway show...

It’s officially summertime, and that means time for a family vacation! This year, we did a vacation with my family and headed south to Myrtle Beach, SC. Read below for details on our fun family vacation with some must-do’s while you’re there! Day 1: Travel Day This trip marked our second time taking Will on a plane, and his very first time at the beach. I was both very excited & absolutely terrified of traveling with a toddler! You just never know what to expect and you never

Memorial Day Weekend, the unofficial first weekend of summer! While many people think of a long weekend full of fun family barbecues &

When I first heard of microblading – I’ll fully admit, I cringed at the thought of a tattoo on my face.

It's that time of year again- Kansas City Fashion Week! As a model, this week is going to be both exciting and exhausting, and the last thing you're going to want to do is try to pack your model bag in a rush and risk forgetting something. Last week, I shared model bag essentials for women, but this week is for the GUYS! I have reached out to one of Kansas City's top male models and dear friend, Vinny Sung, for all the essentials the men need to have in their bags! This was a

St. Patrick’s Day is THIS weekend, and wherever you look here in Kansas City, there’s a party to be had. Regardless if you’re Irish or not, it’s the perfect excuse to go out & have a good time with friends. Check out my list below of all the local fun happening in KC this weekend! Events: St. Patrick's Day Parade: begins at Linwood & Broadway and proceeds south along Broadway to 43rd Street, finishing in KC's Westport district. Westport's Annual St. Patrick's Day Marathon: If

When it comes to Kansas City weather, Mother Nature really brings it. While we may occasionally get treated with an occasional “warm” day, the winter months are usually dreary, frigid, and long. Fortunately, Kansas City has many entertaining indoor activities for families as well as adults for those days when you just need to get out of the house. Stay warm and check out the below lists for some fun local indoor attractions! Family Fun: Kaleidoscope at Crown Center SKYZONE Tr

Earlier this week, I interviewed some of KC’s best designers for insight on what a designer looks for when casting runway models. This week, I’m going over some tips on how to prepare yourself for your next casting call. Don’t let the panel of judges intimidate you, read below and be ready to rock your next casting! Dress basic: At castings, models are asked to dress as simply as possible since the designer wants to see what each model really looks like without being distract

This week I wanted to post about something that all mom’s feel: guilt. As a working mom, I can be my own worst critic. I always feel I’m not doing enough at home, at work, as a wife, and on and on… No matter your situation, it’s easy to feel like you are always spread too thin. New mom realness, dark circles & all! Like most American women, I was back at work sooner than I was ready to be, at just 12 weeks (unpaid, of course). I still remember that morning vividly, getting u