Back home I had always been comfortable around people. I was the troublemaker, always being funny - that's just who I am. I'm Latina; I've always had that extra little flavor. But when I got to New York, it became about being comfortable with myself in a place where I didn't know many people, and that was the big challenge. Ultimately my personality helped me build relationships with the people I was working with, and I was able to stand out.

I need someone who always wants more out of life. Like me - I'm just that way.

My bikini, a pair of black high heels and a pair of comfortable jeans.

I just want to continue to break barriers and to show the industry and the world that beauty is diverse, and you don't have to be a certain stereotype to be beautiful.

I also work out because I have scoliosis. I have to maintain certain strength in my core.

I would like to pick Rihanna's brain. I love her style and what she does.

I adore my two older sisters, Erika and Betsy.