An Intimate Interview with One of Fashion’s Most Dynamic Global Figures
When we think of international fashion weeks, magazine covers, and beauty campaigns, certain names shine brighter than the rest. Layla Pacheco, the model-turned-wellness mogul, has redefined what it means to be an icon in today’s fast-paced, image-driven world. With an impressive presence on the catwalks of New York Fashion Week and beyond, she’s also cultivating something deeper: a legacy that spans across beauty, wellness, and empowerment.
In this exclusive sit-down, Layla opens up about the moments that shaped her, the philosophies that ground her, and the vision that propels her forward.
Q1: Layla, you’ve walked the runways of New York Fashion Week. What does that experience mean to you as a model and as a woman?
Layla Pacheco:
New York Fashion Week isn’t just a show—it’s a statement. Walking those runways isn’t about being seen, it’s about being heard. As a model and as a woman, it symbolizes that my identity and message resonate globally. It’s validation of years of hard work, but more importantly, it’s an opportunity to represent beauty in all its dimensions—strength, resilience, and individuality.
Q2: You’re recognized not only as a top international model but also as a leader in the wellness space. How do you maintain harmony between these two very different worlds?
Layla Pacheco:
I see them as interconnected. The fashion industry reflects what’s visible; wellness nurtures what’s invisible. One feeds the body, the other feeds the soul. My goal is to bridge the two—because true beauty is holistic. If you’re exhausted on the inside, it will eventually show on the outside. But when your health is aligned with your confidence, that’s where magic happens.
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Q3: Influence is a word that’s often associated with the modeling world. What does influence mean to you today?
Layla Pacheco:
Influence used to mean popularity. Today, for me, it means impact. My platform is not just for selfies and runway looks—it’s for spreading messages that matter. I want to inspire people to live authentically, to chase health as much as they chase success, and to define beauty on their own terms. Influence, in its truest form, is about lifting others as you rise.
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Q4: As you look toward the future, what’s your vision for your evolving career?
Layla Pacheco:
Borders don’t exist for me—whether in fashion or wellness. I want to keep crossing them. I see a future where the modeling world celebrates health and purpose as much as it does aesthetics. Through my global work, I want to keep building a universe where elegance and well-being walk hand in hand. That’s the legacy I’m chasing.
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Conclusion: The Model Who’s More Than a Muse
Layla Pacheco doesn’t just walk runways—she walks with intention. From the most prestigious catwalks to the pages of the world’s top magazines, she’s proven that true beauty lies in evolution, in reinvention, and in choosing to lead with purpose.
As the fashion industry shifts toward inclusivity, transparency, and wellness, Layla stands at the forefront—not as a follower of trends, but as a catalyst for change.
Whether she’s front row at NYFW or creating clean-living alternatives, one thing is clear: Layla Pacheco isn’t just redefining beauty—she’s building a global movement around it.
Credits:
Photographer: Jordan Tyler
Hair: Amanda Santiago and Theslayhouse
Makeup: Beauty By Yen
Wardrobe: Krissy King
Follow her journey: @laylapachecoc
