Starting her journey at just 14, Claudia has grown from a young model into a multifaceted creative force. With international experience, a strong personal aesthetic, and an entrepreneurial mindset, she represents a new generation of women in fashion — those who not only embody beauty but also build concepts, create impact, and shape their own narrative.
In this exclusive interview for Mojito Magazine, Claudia shares her evolution, her vision, and the philosophy behind her growing presence in the industry.
Claudia, you started modeling at just 14 years old — how did that early start shape you both personally and professionally?
Starting at 14 shaped me very quickly. I had to grow up fast, learn discipline, and understand responsibility at a young age. Professionally, it gave me early exposure to the fashion industry and taught me how to adapt, observe, and stay resilient. Personally, it helped me develop independence and a strong sense of identity — qualities that still guide me today.
You’ve worked in different countries and with various brands. Which experience was the most transformative for you?
Every country and collaboration has brought something meaningful to my journey, but working internationally has been particularly transformative. Being exposed to different cultures, ways of working, and visions of fashion allowed me to broaden my perspective, gain maturity, and better understand what I truly wanted to build in the long term.
At what moment did you realize you wanted to become an entrepreneur as well as a model?
I realized I wanted to become an entrepreneur when I understood that I didn’t want to be only the face of a project — I wanted to be the creator behind it. I felt the desire to initiate, to build, and to give deeper meaning to what I was doing, while continuing modeling, which remains an essential part of my identity.
Restyling and helping others is one of your passions. What does personal style mean to you?
For me, personal style is a profound form of self-expression. It’s not about following trends, but about revealing who you truly are through clothing. Helping others feel confident and comfortable in their own skin through style deeply touches me, because I believe confidence often begins there.
Claudia, how do you balance creativity with business as a fashion entrepreneur?
Finding the balance between creativity and business is a constant challenge — but it’s also what excites me the most. Creativity allows me to innovate and remain authentic, while the business side helps me structure and bring my ideas to life. One cannot exist without the other, and I’ve learned to let them evolve together in harmony.
What are your future goals, and how do you see your evolution within the fashion industry?
My future goals include developing projects in the event industry and creating unique experiences that bring people together around a vision, an emotion, or a meaningful message. I see myself evolving into a role where I design and lead concepts, with a strong focus on experience, aesthetics, and human impact.
I envision building powerful, authentic, and memorable event projects that go beyond a specific framework and leave a lasting impression.
Model: Claudia Stella @claudiastellaofficial
