Asia Monet

As stated when I first ventured down this road of high lighting some fabulous women I know I am blessed to be very good friends with many fabulous women. One of my very best friends is Plus Model Asia Monet. Now I am the first to let a chick know your not a model just because you take nice pictures and you have a high saddity camera. But Miss Monet is official. She's been featured in ESSENCE, Glamour, Venue Divas and was on the cover of Gemini Mag to name a few. She hosts XTV where she has interviewed up musicians such as Leela James, Tony Yayo, Angie Stone, Serani, etc. She's been in the NY Post as well as on the TODAY show. And most importantly she is a runway DIVA! I love her dearly and here is my interview with this fabulous phenomenal woman!!


1. What is your motivation?

I am motivated every time I step into a department store, turn on my television , walk down the street and see a billboard, open a magazine, or view a fashion runway and is confronted with a typical "standard of beauty" that is not representative of me.

2.What made you decide to begin modeling?

Growing up I always loved to pose, take photos ,and strut my walk. But it became clear to me during my college years at SUNY Albany after participating in a runway show where I received such an outstanding ovation, that the industry was missing something big!

3. What advice would you have for any women trying to break into the industry?

My first and foremost advice to aspiring models is to educate yourself about the industry. This is a business like any other in order to be on top you have to know where you are coming from to know where you want to go. The Internet is an extraordinary tool to research any and every topic involving Plus Size Modeling.

4. What makes you different?

Humility. Even though my profession requires me to be confident I remain humble. Personality has brought me along way in my journey. A lot of my business is acquired by referrals. I believe my ability and determination to remain humble as I accomplish greater things, makes me unique.

5. What impact are you trying to leave the world after you pass on

When I pass on I hope to leave a legacy of a successful career in modeling within main stream media, which inspired and opened the door for endless opportunities for women of different shades, shapes, and sizes ... Redefining the definition of "beauty".

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