Natalie

The best experience I’ve had so far was walking for Naomi Campbell’s Fashion for Relief show in Cannes. I’d never walked in a real high-fashion show like that with supermodels. I felt like I belonged there, and I worked so hard to get there. I haven’t walked for my favorite high-fashion brands yet, but having the opportunity to walk among supermodels was still a huge accomplishment for me. People told me I’d never be able to do that. I also got to see France for the first time, so that was cool.

I always say what I feel and I’m real about it. When I work a job or shoot a campaign, I try to inspire. I speak up and try to motivate other people.

I’m not a big fan of putting labels on anything. I believe you should just let people be exactly who they are. I own all men’s clothes, which means I prefer to dress in men’s clothes. I feel more comfortable in them. I go to women’s castings in men’s clothes all the time and I still book women’s work.

I’ve accomplished a lot being exactly who I am. When I wear women’s clothes for work, I don’t feel like I’m trying to be someone else. I still feel like me because my personality doesn’t change. I’m solid and comfortable with myself, and I can wear anything. A lot of clients say I can’t wear men’s clothes because they are scared their consumers will respond negatively. I’m just waiting for people to open their minds a bit more.

Create a plan for yourself and follow your heart. Chasing your dreams and becoming successful isn’t easy. You need to be grounded and have a strong mind. Don’t ever let fear or doubt get in the way of your dreams. Do your research and go. Don’t wait for tomorrow, do it now.