Article: Fashion

“I would like to be mentioned amongst the elite while also fulfilling my dream to open my fashion accessories boutique,� she adds.

Jude says: “You should be street smart and book smart. We all know the saying, ‘education is the key.’ Having beauty and brains is a double bonus.�

Vanessa is currently filming Hairspray, to be released in 2007. She’s working along side John Travolta and Queen Latifa. "I am so happy and blessed to be a part of this project,â€? she says. It’s Vanessa’s Time…

“I hope to break down barriers and pave the way for other women of color,� she adds. “Because we are beautiful and have what it takes—you just have to work hard and never give up on your dreams.�

Toni believes all those in the modeling business should combine looks with brainpower: “The advantages are readily apparent. The more weapons in your arsenal, the deadlier you are.�

She also plans to grow her model management business into a full time company, which just goes to prove that acquiring business skills is a great bonus. “If you need beautiful, professional spokes models, contact me!� she says.

The 23 year-old self-professed tomboy continues to break new ground. In September 2004, encouraged by a New York publisher, Supriya entered and blew away other competitors in the Black Men’s Swimsuit Competition

This 27 year-old beauty hails from Newport News, VA. She’s been modeling off and on for the last six years, mostly fashion shows for local designers and salons. “I knew shortly after my first fashion show that this was something I was meant to do,� she tells The Black Star News.

“Big films are a goal of mine and I’m shooting for an Oscar," this dynamo continues. If her prior successes are any indication, will anyone dare doubt her words? Hope she’s already prepared her acceptance speech.