A: I am born in the Philippines, raised and living in Canada.
Q: How would you describe your personal style in 3-5 words?
A: Simplistic, minimalist, versatile, modern 90s, and cozy-chic mix.
Q: Where do you shop? Luxury or high street? New or vintage? Boutiques? Online?
A: Often times, I shop wherever I can for affordable pieces that still fit my style.
Q: Do you prefer street style fashion or runway fashion?
A: I prefer street style fashion.
Q: When and how did you become interested in fashion, and where do you find your inspiration?
A: I've always been interested in fashion as I've grown up girly. I usually find my inspiration on social media specifically Tumblr, Instagram and YouTube.
Q: Who are your favorite style icon(s)?
A: I really look up to YouTubers; TheLineUp, ToThe9s and Chriselle Lim.
Q: What do you love about fashion? Not love?
A: I love how you're able to represent yourself through clothes and accessories as everyone's completely different from one another. There's nothing I really don't love about fashion in general however it could be risky wearing what you want as judgements occur.
Q: Do you follow fashion trends? Which ones?
A: I believe so; I currently love the fashion trend of monochrome and minimalism. Sophisticated chic and modern with a twist of street. Also been loving the colours camel/nude/black/white/etc.
Q: Do you have any fashion rules when putting an outfit together?
A: The only rule I have is to be comfortable with what I wear and believing I flaunt it while doing so but still be humble about it :)
Q: Which would you be best at? Worst at? (Stylist, Designer, Photographer, Buyer)
A: I'd LOVE to be a photographer (I'll answer below as my dream job also) but I wouldn't mind being a stylist also. I'm not too sure I'd suit becoming a designer as I'm not the greatest at drawing and sometimes it's difficult to express the picture in my head into a sketch.
Q: What is your dream job?
A: As early as I can remember, I've wanted to become a photographer however I share a strong interest in cinematography.
Q: What are your other interests? How do you spend your spare time?
A: Taking photos when I can and I also make YouTube videos sometimes -- you can watch my videos by searching Maria Gracielle :)
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