My older sister is a working mom. She's busy. She chooses to spend money on her children. But she should be able to afford a good shoe for herself.

Determination. No matter what field you're in, determination will surely get you to the top.

I've always learned how to deal with my problems through my words, through my education, and through my intelligence, which I think is important and the best way to deal with an issue.

[Diversity] is the future. You can't stop it. It's going where it's going, so I choose to be with the future.

I think that's a really cool thing about my line. There are so many sets, but you can literally mix and match everything with everything.

Sizing was also important to me; I wanted to make sure that nobody felt alienated or felt like they weren't thought about in the process of this brand. I wanted to make sure that everyone felt included, which brings us to the gender neutral pieces - the idea of wearing what you want and whatever makes you feel comfortable and confident. I think that's the overall feeling of the Daya collection.

I'm very proud of my skin and my face, and I have no problem not wearing makeup. I don't wear makeup because I feel like I need to cover myself up or because I don't feel confident. I wear makeup because it's fun; it's like painting on my face.