5 Minutes with Danielle Pontes | La Michaux #13
5 Minutes with Danielle Pontes | La Michaux #13
We’re kicking off the year with sun-soaked spirit, Brazilian charm, and a dose of "perigo" energy.
Meet Danielle Pontes, the stunning international model from Fortaleza. From the beaches of Brazil to the runways of the world, Danielle carries her roots proudly.
Currently on holiday (with her La Michaux bikinis in tow), Danielle took a moment to share her thoughts on faith, self-love, New Year intentions, and the simplicity of feeling confident in your skin.
Let’s dive in: 5 Minutes with La Michaux.
Hi Danielle,
Thank you for joining our 5 Minutes blog. To start, tell us a bit more - who's Danielle?
I’m born and raised in Fortaleza - Ceará, is a city beach in Brazil where it’s summer the whole year, so I was always playing at the beach and used to have the ocean and sun all the time.
At the age 16, I moved to São Paulo to start my modeling career and then I started traveling around the world.
What do you love most about living in Brazil?
I would say the people. Brazilians are the most warm and happiest people, no matter the situation they are going through.
That's so true, all Brazilians that I know are so kind and humble. If you could live anywhere else in the world, where would it be & what would your dream location need to have?
I love London and could live there, but I’d miss the sun.
The past few years have been intense for many of us. How do you personally navigate challenging moments and stay grounded?
The past few years ( covid etc) has been intense for many of us. How do you personally navigate challenging moments and stay grounded?
I’m super spiritual and the past year I became even more. I’m always either praying or meditating, my mom is a very religious woman with so much faith, so I think I took that from her.
"I’m super spiritual and the past year I became even more." - Danielle
Me too, the past year really opened my eyes and my faith has never been so strong as it is nowadays. Are you someone who believes in New Year's resolutions? What intentions have you set for yourself this year?
I just really want a healthier year. Peace of mind, a better world for all of us.
And I wanna do better, not only for me , but for others.
That's beautifully said, may 2021 be a year where dreams come true and where we can enjoy the simple things in life in a carefree way.
You seem to inspire a lot of women with your natural energy and confidence. What advice would you give to others wanting to feel good in their skin?
In my opinion, to feel beautiful or sexy is a state of mind, it’s all inside of us. We are all unique and individual woman’s , feeling good with ourselves is what make us special.
"To feel beautiful or sexy is a state of mind, it’s all inside of us." - Danielle
Let’s escape for a moment... What's your ultimate beach getaway?
At the beach with good food, friends and some good music.
When getting ready for the beach, what are your essentials?
I don’t do much, I barely brush my hair when I’m at the beach. But here’s 3 essentials: Sunscreen, thermal water and coconut water are essentials.
Are there any sports or rituals you love doing when on holiday?
I started playing beach tennis couple months ago and I’m now addicted to BT. lol
Last, but not least, ready for our Question Roulette?
Ready.set.GO!
Favorite holiday destination? Bahia
Beach or Pool? Beach
Favorite La Michaux design? Pandawa
Favorite quote? Living in the present.
Sneakers or heels? Sneakers
The first thing I do when I wake up is ..? Check my phone lol
I can’t live without..? Faith
Last message from you to our La Michaux community?
Don’t let the bad situations put you down, elevate your energy, enjoy the little moments , practice to be thankful for everything and just live in the present, because that’s all we have.
Thank you so much, Danielle. Keep us posted on all your adventures, we can't wait to see more beautiful La Michaux moments with you.
Sarah Michaux
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