I began as a fan. I would buy their dresses on line, like their pictures on Instagram, go to The Pinup Girl Boutique from time to time, but never thought that one day, I would model for them. It all started when I wore a PinUp Girl dress for my husband’s Marine Corps Ball last year. The dresses were always a perfect fit and are made by some of the best designers. I was so happy to find a store that sells clothing that is sexy, yet classy, and makes every woman look and feel their best.

Last year, I made an appointment once again with Tony Medina for my hair and Stephanie Weber for my makeup prior to attending yet another Marine Corp Ball ceremony. Everyone at the pinup clothing store was more than nice to me as always. They treated me as one of their own and made me feel super comfortable. We had so many fun conversations about so many things, including squirrels. I told them about a squirrel I rescued "Nibbles" and they wanted to meet her some day. That year, I wore the Isabelle Pinup Couture dress in turquoise, which soon after, became my favorite. With the help of Tony and Stephanie, I was the belle of the ball that night. I have never felt so beautiful and that is coming from a person who is self-conscious.

I posted the pictures my husband and I took at the Marine Corps Ball on Instagram. I noticed that our pictures were also re posted on the Pinup girl boutique account, and it was so nice to see so many nice comments by people I have never met. I NEVER thought that Micheline Pitt would be one to comment or even see those pictures, let alone me read the words "So when you modeling for us?" I honestly thought I was dreaming! My favorite model was asking self conscious me to model for them.

A few weeks went by and I was on my way to PETCO and decided to stop by the boutique and surprise everyone with "Nibbles," but it was me who was surprised. I walked in and saw the lovely Carol who is always so nice and helpful, and she told me that Tony, Stephanie and Doris had gone home. As I introduced Nibbles to Carol, I noticed two other ladies in the boutique.  Right there standing in front of me was someone who I admire; Micheline Pitt and her customer. I was lost for words, but remained calm and we introduced ourselves.

I was too embarrassed to bring up the fact that she asked me to model because of the fear she would not remember me, but she did : ). I was truly speechless when she told me that she had messaged me regarding modeling. I was so nervous. I replied, but because of her message overload, she missed it. I am so glad I walked in that day and had the privilege to meet her because she is hardly there. Prior to departing the boutique, Micheline gave me her email and told me to email her the Marine Corps Ball pictures so she can forward their photographer (Holly West).

From there, I was booked for my first photo shoot with PinUp Girl Clothing. It was a dream that came true. I never imagined that I would have the honor to model for PinUp Girl Clothing.  I was truly speechless.  Modeling has always been a dream of mine since childhood. Like many, I sat in the sidelines thinking saying “it would never happen to me.”  I always felt self-conscious about my body (because of my skinny legs) and incapable of modeling.

I want to thank the following people, Tony, Stephanie, Carol, Doris, Micheline, Holly, Margarita, and Natalie for helping me through the process. These are just some of the people I have had the pleasure to meet. I look forward to meet many more, especially Laura Byrnes. Thank you all.