What was your first introduction to high fashion?

My first introduction and appreciation to high fashion was through one of my best friends, Amber. Her lifestyle and taste inspired me. She actually has her own brand right now, and I couldn't be prouder! Her line is called Elle Est Grece (@elleestgrece on IG) and it's the perfect Grecian chic.

What do you think of youth culture being the most powerful vehicle by which to market fashion to consumers?

In my opinion, the youth is only inspiring the youth. The youth who follow the explore page, that is. The youth who know what they want to do, know what they like, have done their homework are the hamsters that keep running and keep the hamster wheel of fashion going. That probably doesn't sound charming, but it's the truth that we're all victims of consumerism, whether it's just for pleasure (explore page youth who do it for the likes) or business (hamsters who do it for a passion and cause).

Do you believe that advertising conveys a sense of prestige through its imitation of art and reference to nostalgia, but also by its play on age-old fantasies like youth, happiness, and beauty?

Advertising is the integral cog you find in every industry! Not everyone is aware of that, or wants to accept it but it's the psychology of business. 

 Myriam Bonilla

Do you believe that advertising offers beauty as a consumer good in a sense?

The advertising of skincare and beauty lines have been ever changing over the years. Glossier really changed the game since their birth in 2014. 

In your day to day, do you feel like you're continually reinventing yourself through your clothing choices?

My day-to-day attires are solely based on my mood and work schedule. As the visual merchandiser at Kith Miami, I have to be comfortable with a lot of heavy, physical work, so I always keep it casual in my sneakers and Kith apparel. On the weekends at work I play around with my outfits, since it's the only time I get to sell and work with clients. I always try to wear my outfits in different ways, I truly hate repeating outfits although it's inevitable at times.

In your experience as a stylist, do you think that the perception of conventional beauty is gradually evolving?

Conventional beauty was never a thing to me. I grew up as the only Colombian girl in all my schools - I was tan, thick thighs, dark eyebrows. I'm happy that the social norm is changing, people are more accepting of "unconventional beauty" instead of being scared of a different look.