I know what it's like to feel that fear and the need of affirmation and appreciation. To build confidence in yourself is the toughest thing.

Barcelona is a great city and Spain is a great country to live in.

My family endured a big crisis after my father's business went bankrupt and we went from having a comfortable life to having virtually nothing. I saw from that moment how fragile and precarious life can be and you have to work very hard not just to survive but also to accomplish something in life and fulfill your dreams.

I am trying to make my accent so it won't bother anyone, but I am not going to drive myself crazy trying to pretend I am an American girl when I am from Colombia.

I love reading about history. Sometimes, I feel I was born in the wrong era. There was more creativity in the air when people were still discovering new worlds.

A good fragrance should have a certain personality that makes people identify the scent with you.

I think my dad is the only Arabic descendent who is an unsuccessful businessman.