Luana Barron

Royal Belize L I LY M AY M A C

@lilymaymac

with Lily May Mac

Where were you born? Angeles City, Philippines

Where do you live now?

Sydney, Australia

What is on the top of your bucket list?

To buy a house.

Who is someone you admire and why?

Bella Hadid - She is just so effortless, so true to herself. I love her style and her candid personality. Her hair, makeup and style is my muse. I look up to her a lot.

Best piece of advice you've ever received.

Take advantage of your 20's. Make all your mistakes now so you can learn from them later.

List a goal you wish to accomplish this year.

Travel to Peru.

What is something Modeliste readers would be surprised to learn about you?

It takes me 15 minutes to do my makeup. My makeup and skin care routine is simple but really works for me!

What can people expect to see when following you on your social media platforms?

I’m versatile. I love being classy, casual, effortless, but also extra. I want to do everything- I don't like to stick with one kind of style.

How did you develop your career as an influencer?

I started very young when the internet wasn't as big as it is today, and social media just started. I started off on Tumblr and moved to Instagram and my growth was rapid. I was lucky I was caught in a great wave of trends and honored to be many people's inspiration/ muse.

What's your favorite part of having a successful career as an influencer? What're some challenges you face and how do you overcome them?

I love to travel, I love to share my life and inspire those who support me. I think having such loyal support is something I am forever grateful for and is the absolute number 1 thing I love and appreciate about my career. I've had many hardships with controversies, backlash, canceled culture, haters and stalkers.

What advice do you have for someone who aspires to be an influencer?

Be your true self! Do what makes you happy and what is organic to you!

What do you enjoy doing in your freetime?

I love playing online games and spending time with my dog.

Favorite brands to shop?

Revolve, Fwrd, Showpo, Bershka, and Alo.

What's one item you cannot travel without?

A travel pillow!!

What was your favorite part of your stay with Modeliste Magazine at the Royal Belize?

Meeting all the girls!!! It was definitely one of the best groups. All the girls were just so lovely and we had the best time.

What do you love most about Modeliste Magazine?

How Modeliste forms beautiful friendships and creates unforgettable memories. Memories you look back and just appreciate how beautiful the world and life is.

Where do you see yourself in ten years?

I don't know and to be honest I don't like to think about it. I love to just go with the flow. Whatever the universe gives me I will do my best.

Any upcoming projects you can share with us?

Lots of travel plans this year! So happy the world is finally coming back up!

What're you looking forward to most this summer?

Summer just ended for Australia, but I can't wait to have a European summer this year. Puglia and another trip to Portugal is on top of my list!