Working for DVF has been by far the most amazing experience and I’ve learned and grown so much during my time working here.

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I’ve always admired Diane because she is all about empowering women and truly understands a woman's body; her designs give confidence, comfort and elegance. I’ve always liked her brand and followed her since I was living in Colombia.

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The first thing I wanted to see when I came to New York six years ago was the DVF building. It’s so beautiful. You won’t believe me, but it was the very first picture I posted when I moved to NYC!

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One day I was contacted through LinkedIn for an interview, I couldn’t believe it! In the past, I’ve styled as a hobby, I used to buy American brands to sell in Colombia. I would style my friends in the clothes and take pictures to sell them, never knowing that would ever become my career.

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I want to share what it’s like working close to Diane. She is such a hardworking, smart, feminine woman; qualities that I look up to, because that’s the type of person I want to be. I couldn’t imagine a better mentor, I’ve learned so much from her. I admire her outlook on life and how she has designed her business. She works hard every day and is involved and present. To me, that’s the key to having a successful business. 

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Whenever she tells me I’m doing a great job, or that I look great, I feel so honored. Sometimes she tells me “You are such a good girl” or “We love you”... that means the world to me!

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Here are a few things she always shares in her interviews and events that I’ll have with me forever:

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1. The most important relationship you have in your life is the one you have with yourself.

2. Never be a victim.

3. Fear is not an option.

4. All women are strong.

5. If you doubt your power you give power to your doubt.

6. Connect daily: Do something for others every day, connect people, you never know how you can change someone's life by introducing them to someone you know.

7. Expand your universe: Talk to people that you normally wouldn’t talk to.

8. Inspire: Share your stories, your inspiration, and get inspired by others.

9. Advocate: Always choose causes that you believe in and talk about it.

10. When something bad happens it’s because the best things are about to happen: Everything happens for a reason.