Maleah A.

Measurements

Waist: 25

Hips: 34

Bust: 33

Cup: A

Height: 5'4

Hair/Eye Color: Black/Black

Tell us about yourself

I'm from the south west suburbs of Chicago, I'm 23 and I'm really passionate about all forms of creative expression! Be it music, fashion, art, theater, I just love experiencing everything!

What is your biggest dream?

I think my biggest dream is to find success in the things I love and am passionate about, which is being an actress! I want to star in a movie someday, loving my coworkers and my career and being someone people can look up too! 

What does it mean to be your own kind of beautiful?

To be your own kind of beautiful to me, means being brave and courageous in your choices, especially when it comes to how you're being received by the world. And not letting the world control you or tell you that your choices are wrong, be it fashion, makeup or anything in between. 

How would you describe your fashion style?

I like to call my fashion style beautiful with an edge. I love wearing more basics

 but doing something to make them a little more interesting. Adding different shapes, accessories, materials, or textures. Giving a basic outfit something interesting. 

Who or what inspires you?

I think my friends inspired me the most, they are all people I can look up to and learn new things from. 

What is your advice to someone who is just getting started with modeling?

Don't quit, there's always someone who is looking for someone who looks like you. There's always someone out there who would love the way you look or love something about you, so don't give up!  

Describe some obstacles you have overcome in your life and how that has changed or shaped you.

I think there are a lot of obstacles I've had to overcome, I've had different types of traumas in the past that I am finally breaking free from. But I tell myself that every day is a new day and the problems I had yesterday may not be so harsh today and tomorrow would be even better. 

What makes you beautiful/handsome?

Physically, I think my eyes are my favorite part of my body. I feel like they hold so much emotion, and I wish I could look at them every day, but since they're in my face, I sadly cannot. 

What would you say to another girl/guy your age who is struggling with their confidence?

Everyone has insecurities and fears, and a lot of the time those insecurities that you have go unseen by others. So I would definitely say don't let those insecurities make you shy away from the things you want to do or your dreams.