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Interview with Fashion Designer and Model Daisy Fuentes

Creator of the Daisy Fuentes for Kohl's Collection

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Daisy Fuentes is a style powerhouse not only in the modeling world but also as the designer of a namesake clothing and accessories collection for Kohl's. The Cuban-born beauty has graced magazine covers and hosted beauty pageants and MTV shows, so she knows plenty about fashion - and is thankfully willing to share her informed opinion. Here is my interview with fashion designer and model Daisy Fuentes:

How did you decide to create a fashion collection with Kohl's?

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Daisy: My TV career has always involved fashion, beauty, and glamour in one way or another...from House of Style on MTV to Style World on WE to Ultimate Style on the Style Network.

How involved are you personally with your Kohl's line?

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I really enjoy fashion and the fashion/retail business, I'm as involved as possible. I have a great team of designers (also for the Plus/Petite collection) that I work closely with. I let everyone do their job but nothing - especially creatively - gets done or goes out without my involvement or approval.

How did you get your inspiration for the collection?

From my closet mostly. I like modern yet classic styles. I'm inspired by the fabulous women I know who do it all and want to look gorgeous doing it. I like creating affordable pieces that also mix well with high end fashions. I love the confidence a great, sexy style gives a woman.

Do you have advice for teens that want to become models or fashion designers?

Remember that the journey is different for everyone.  Just get involved.  Prepare yourself, and try to get your foot in the door even if it's as an intern.  Anything that you see yourself doing can become your reality.  Make sure every step you take goes in that direction.  Find out how others you admire have done it and get inspiration from that.  Don't obsess, have fun, be true to yourself.

Do you have any tips for teens on how to find their own personal style?

As a teenager it's your time to play, experiment and have fun with fashion.  It's about matching your style to your personality.  I always like when a young person is confident enough to dress with class and still keep it fun.  It's not cute when a young girl dresses overly sexy and shows too much, it always looks like a little desperate and insecure.  I think Taylor Swift and Blake Lively look amazing and usually get it right.

What's your advice for teen girls on how to dress alluringly, but not too sexy?

Sexy is an attitude. Sexy comes from confidence, not from cleavage. Choose silhouettes that flatter your shape and make sure everything fits perfectly. Make sure your top is not too low, your skirt is not too short and always wear underwear!
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