hello, Kazumi, congrats on your MAXIM feature. How do you feel?
I feel so amazing! If I could go back in time and shake my 12-year-old self, she would be so happy right now! I used to view MAXIM women as like untouchable demigods.
When do you feel sexy?
I feel sexiest when I know I've put the effort in. I love getting dolled up - it's so meditative to get in the zone and in touch with my femininity. I like to make sure my hair is touched up, my face is clean, my legs waxed... I just love the energy of walking into the room and having everyone look at me.
What is your best asset?
My best asset, if you asked other people, would probably be my butt. I work really hard on it and my waist sits at 27 inches, my hips are at 44 inches. But for me, I really love my face - I like to think I have a nice one. I'm also very personable. I like to make people comfortable, I like to make people laugh and feel good.
Tell us a little more about yourself.
I'm a Filipino American, born in Kuwait, raised in Los Angeles and my parents gave me the typical strict Asian upbringing. I had a string of really bad boyfriends and many odd jobs - I was a cook, I was a door-to-door salesperson... I just loved to work. During my string of bad boyfriends I was chronically houseless for a few years - bouncing between couches as I figured out my life. That was a time of strength for me. I learnt how to survive and make sure to always stay determined. I now really value financial literacy as a woman and know how to make money, sustain myself and can live life on my terms without bending to others.
Wow, helluva story. So, how long have you been modelling?
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