Monika: You are known for your elegance and bold sense of style. How would you describe your fashion preferences, and what inspires the way you dress in everyday life?
Marisa: Yes, I do, it is a big part of my life and work. I am always overdressed. I do not like to blend in. I always stand out, and this has been the case since I was a little girl. New trends are not really my thing. I prefer to be a trendsetter myself. I like bright colors a lot, whereas dark colors are not really my cup of tea. Fashion, for me, is another form of self-expression, a way to tell the world who I am without saying a word. I believe clothes should make you feel powerful, unique, and alive.
Monika: Many transgender women decide to share their experiences with the world through memoirs. Have you ever thought about writing your own life story and sharing your incredible journey with readers?
Marisa: Yes, as a matter of fact, I have, but it is going to be a volume of 14 books. So many things happened to me, so many nice encounters, from princes to stars, from mafia guys to millionaires and poor souls. But in the end, we are only people. No matter how rich you are or what nationality you are, we are humans. I believe every chapter of my life carries a lesson worth sharing. Maybe one day I will find the time to write it all down and let people see the magic and madness behind the curtain.
Monika: You have accomplished so much in your life and career. When you think about the future, where do you see yourself in the next five to seven years, both personally and professionally?
Marisa: I really hope to be under a palm tree with a cocktail in my hand. No, that’s a joke, I will still be busy with my company. I am a slave to my own creations and a workaholic. I love to create and produce, it is in my veins. I cannot imagine my life without art or the thrill of a new idea taking shape. As long as I have creativity and energy, I will never stop doing what I love.
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Monika: Many young transgender women dream of entering the entertainment industry but are unsure of where to start. What advice would you give to those who hope to follow a similar path?
Marisa: I was often asked this question. It is not because you are a transgender woman that you end up in show business. No, of course not. You do or you do not. It is all about liking what you are doing, just follow your dream. Never give up, be a good person, and respect yourself and others. Passion is what drives real success, and authenticity makes you unforgettable. Believe in yourself even when others don’t, and the right doors will open in time.
Monika: Marisa, thank you so much for this wonderful conversation and for sharing your story with such honesty and joy.
Marisa: You are very welcome, it was a real pleasure. Geertz from Belgium.
END OF PART 2
All photos: courtesy of Marisa Allen.
© 2015 - Monika Kowalska
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