Meeting her is realizing that true sophistication goes far beyond a good pose; it lies in attitude, intuition, and unbreakable resilience. She entered the modeling world at 18 simply to pay for college, but what started as a temporary necessity became the lifelong passion that defined her career. Today, she is a multifaceted woman who has constantly reinvented herself without ever losing her essence.
A mother of four, she firmly believes that motherhood doesn’t have to eclipse your own ambitions—a delicate balance she had to rebuild from scratch after moving back to the US in 2022. Her insatiable creative curiosity even led her to pursue a Master’s in Acting in Moscow, where she discovered that allowing yourself to be vulnerable on screen is just as powerful as a fierce runway walk.
Yet, perhaps her most genuine facet stems from an unexpected connection with horses, from whom she learned her golden rule: energy never lies. Today, we sit down with her to talk about reinvention, self-respect, and why a woman’s beauty and creativity truly have no expiration date.
VT You started modeling at 18 to pay for college, and it quickly grew into a lifelong passion. As an established adult model who has successfully navigated this industry for years, how do you embrace being a role model for the new generation, and what is the key to longevity and staying true to yourself?
What started as a way to pay for college at 18 turned into a lifelong passion and an incredible journey of self-discovery. Over the years, I’ve learned that modeling is about so much more than beauty or appearance. It’s about confidence, individuality, resilience, and knowing your worth.
Being a role model for the younger generation is both an honor and a responsibility. I want young women to understand that beauty has no expiration date, that success doesn’t have to follow a timeline, and that you should never feel pressured to fit into someone else’s definition of perfection.
I believe the secret to longevity is constantly evolving while staying true to who you are. Trends come and go, but authenticity, self-respect, and inner confidence are timeless. I’ve learned to embrace every stage of my life rather than compete with my younger self.
My message to the next generation is simple: Believe in yourself, never stop growing, and don’t let anyone define your limits. True beauty isn’t about age – it’s about the confidence, passion, and energy you bring into the world.
VT You have beautifully blended your career with motherhood, from pregnant modeling to raising four children. After your recent move back to the US in 2022, you honestly shared that it took a year to get “back on track.” Where do you draw the resilience to adapt to such massive life changes without giving up on your personal dreams?
I think my strength comes from my children, but also from the fact that I’ve never wanted to lose the woman I was before becoming a mother. I absolutely love being a mom of four, and my family will always be my priority, but modeling has been part of who I am since I was 18. It’s something that makes me feel confident, creative, and alive.
Moving back to the US in 2022 was honestly harder than I expected. It took me almost a year to feel like myself again, to rebuild my routine, find my balance, and get back on track with my career. There were definitely moments when I felt overwhelmed, and I had to remind myself that I didn’t need to figure everything out overnight.
I think motherhood has taught me to be patient, especially with myself. Life with four children is never perfectly organized, and sometimes my own dreams have to wait a little. But I’ve learned that putting something on hold doesn’t mean giving up on it.
I also want my children to grow up seeing that their mom never stopped believing in herself, even when life got complicated. I want them to know that you can love your family with your whole heart and still have your own passions and ambitions.
At the end of the day, I don’t think resilience is about having everything under control. It’s about finding your way back to yourself, no matter how many times life asks you to start over. And I’m still learning that every day.
VT At a peak moment in your career, you challenged yourself to earn a Master’s in Acting in Moscow. How does expressing your emotions differ when you are modeling on a runway versus inhabiting a character on screen?
I’ve always loved challenging myself and exploring new sides of who I am. Modeling had already been such a big part of my life, but at some point, I felt that I wanted to go deeper creatively. That’s what inspired me to pursue my Master’s in Acting in Moscow, even when my modeling career was going really well.
For me, modeling and acting are actually very connected, but the way you express yourself is completely different. On the runway, you have just a few seconds to make an impression. It’s all about your energy, confidence, body language, and the way you carry yourself. You tell a story without saying a single word.
Acting is much more emotional and personal. You have to let go of yourself and truly step into someone else’s life. You need to understand what your character feels, what she’s afraid of, what she loves, and sometimes experience emotions you wouldn’t normally allow yourself to show.
I think studying acting helped me become more open, more expressive, and even more confident as a model. It taught me that being vulnerable can be just as powerful as being strong.
The biggest difference for me is that on the runway, I express who I am, while on screen, I get to discover who else I can become. And that’s what makes both worlds so exciting to me.
VT A student photoshoot sparked your deep love for horseback riding and polo, teaching you that “these animals could sometimes be better than some humans.” Now that you are ready for your next chapter in the US, how do those lessons about energy and aura guide you, and what creative projects light up your soul today?
My love for horses started unexpectedly during a student photoshoot, and I never imagined how deeply these beautiful animals would touch my life. What fascinated me most was not just their beauty, strength, or elegance, but their incredible sensitivity. Horses can feel your energy before you even say a word. They sense fear, kindness, confidence, and sincerity. And yes, I still believe that sometimes animals understand us better than people do!
Being around horses taught me something very important: energy never lies. You can pretend to be someone you’re not, but you cannot fake the energy you bring into the world. I’ve carried that lesson with me throughout my life, in my relationships, my career, and especially in the way I choose the people I surround myself with.
At this stage of my life, I’m much more selective about where I invest my time and energy. I want to be surrounded by people who inspire me, challenge me in a positive way, and bring something meaningful into my life.
As for my next chapter in the US, I feel like there’s still so much I want to explore creatively. Modeling will always be part of me, but I’m also excited about acting, fashion, photography, and projects that allow me to express different sides of my personality. I especially love the idea of creating something that celebrates confident, strong, beautiful women at every age.
I don’t believe creativity has an expiration date. In fact, I feel that with every year, I have more experiences, more emotions, and more stories to share.
Horses taught me to trust energy, life taught me to trust my intuition, and experience taught me to trust myself. Today, I’m not chasing opportunities just to be seen. I’m looking for experiences that make me feel truly alive. And I believe my most exciting chapter is still ahead of me.
PHOTOGRAPHER & AGENT: GUSTAVO GRANADOS @GUSTAVOGRANADOS
MODEL: OLESSIA SIBIRIAKOVA @OLESSIASOFFICIAL
CREATIVE DIRECTOR & FASHION STYLED: CHARINA CHACON @CHARINACHACON
WARDROBE ASSISTANT: CHARYMAR CHACON @CHARYMARCHACON
PRODUCTION ASSISTANT: LIZMARY ROJAS @LIZMARYROJAS_
MAKEUP & HAIR: KARINA DIDZHIOKAS @KARINADIDZHIOKAS
BRANDS: OCEANUS @OCEANUS
ZARA @ZARA
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN @ALEXANDERMCQUEEN
GIANVITO ROSSI @GIANVITOROSSI
LOUIS VUITTON @LOUISVUITTON