Interview with Jamaican Thycness

Where are you from? Im from Memphis, TN Where do/did you go to high school/college? I went to Melrose High School Graduate of 2001 What are some of your main interests and hobbies? My hobbies are modeling, dancing, baking, shopping and traveling...... My main interest is modeling

What was it like starting out as a model? It was scary at first because I wasn't sure how people would react to a plus size model. But once I started everyone was very impressed and I received a lot of love and support!!

How do you prepare for a modeling shoot? Well It takes a day to prepare starting with my hair..... Which actually takes 3hrs to do!! (Tragic lol) I try not to use too much make up cause I believe in the natural look. After I finish my outfits are picked by me and I usually design my own...... I wanna be comfortable when I'm shooting so its better to go with your own.

Let’s talk about your beauty regimen: How do you keep your hair and skin healthy? Well I wash and twist my locs every 3 weeks. I looooooove my locs they say so much about me!! I use black soap and shea butter to keep my skin nice and healthy. And of course I gotta take those vitamin A,B,C,and D!!

Where do you generally shop? My favorite stores are Ashley Stewart, Dots, and of course my online shopping gotta love it!!
What are the fashion trends you love? Oh yes I love everything!!! There isnt anything in particular!! I will try everything!!!

Out of all of the photos the photographer took of you, which is your favorite and why? My favorite is the one with the Jamaican Flag because I love representing my culture. I was born in Kingston Jamaica. I moved to Memphis Tn with my mom when I was 5 but I will never forget where I came from.

Every girl has a special “cant live without this" staple in her closet, what’s yours? My cant live without is my stilettos!! I gotta have my shoes!!!

Knowing what you know, what advice would you give to models trying to establish themselves? Stay focused, Stay positive, Never give up if this is your dream.

What distinguishes a good model from a bad one? Attitude!! If your attitude is nasty I swear the photographer picks up on it and will refuse to work with you.

How has modeling changed other aspects of your life? Knowing that I am indeed a trendsetter!! I give hope to other Plus Size women who want to do what i do. I love the fact that women look up to me and they admire me for pursuing my dreams

Do you do your own hair and make-up? Sometimes I do..... But I usually prefer a professional.

Anything else you'd like to say? To all my Plus Size women never allow any one to tell you you cant do something because of your size!! We can do anything we want to do as long as we believe in ourselves!! If you have a dream go for it!! Never let anyone stand in your way!!!