CARRIED AWAY WITH KARA DEL TORO

WORDS BY: Kimberly Haddad

PRESENTED BY CHINA POBLANO @drinkchinapoblano

Photographer DRAKE HACKNEY @drakehackney

Producer/CFO JACKSON CHONG @jacksonchong_

Creative Direction VIKTORIJA PASHUTA @viktorija_pashuta

Stylist MELVIN SANDERS @melvinstyles

Makeup JEY VENTURA @jey_ventura

Hair VICTOR MENDOZA @mendozavicf

Retoucher LUCIA ARIN @luarinpintos_retouch

Videographer GEORGE MASIN @georgemasin

Special Thank You ZEVARRA LOFTS @zevarralofts

Catering VAVA OMAKASE 

Kara Del Toro, a versatile talent with a strong online presence, commands the attention of admirers with her charm and elegance. Her seductive performance in a scorching Carl’s Jr. commercial brought her into the limelight, propelling her to prominence as a sought- after collaborator for elite fashion houses and premier beauty brands alike. From Guess Jeans to Bali Body and beyond, Toro only continues to ascend.

1. What kind of music are you into?
   I love hip-hop or jazz. There is no in between. It’s Doja Cat and Don Toliver or Ben Webster and Sidney Bechet.
2. What skill would you like to master?
   Being a successful entrepreneur and building an empire.
3. What has been the highlight of this past week?
   Well, I’m in Cabo at the moment, so I’d say that’s a highlight!
4. You’re at Trader Joe’s and have five minutes to shop for free. What’s in your cart?
   All of the limited–edition holiday goodies.
5. Who was your childhood hero and why?
   My mom. She is the most positive, high-vibration person I know.
6. Have you read any intriguing books lately?
   Key to Yourself by Venice Bloodworth. If you’re into metaphysics, it’s a game changer.
7. Where did you grow up?
   I grew up in a small town near Houston, Texas.
8. If you could only wear one outfit from your wardrobe for the rest of your life, what are you wearing?
   My SKIMS bodysuit and cozy denim.
9. How do you take your coffee or tea?
   I take it with oat milk and a dash of vanilla.
10. What fictional character do you most relate to?
    Daenerys Targaryen. My dogs are my dragons.
11. What is your proudest accomplishment?
    The career I’ve been able to build and manifest and buying my first house.
12. What is your astrological sign?
    I am very much a Leo.
13. What is your biggest pet peeve?
    People who are rude to the waiter.
14. What is your favorite movie of all time?
    Elf.
15. What is something you’ve always wanted to do, but haven’t tried yet?
    Creating a brand in the cosmetics world.
16. Would you consider yourself an introvert or an extrovert?
    I’m an extroverted introvert, I think, or an introverted extrovert. It’s hard to tell.
17. What is your favorite way to unwind?
    A sound bath with crystal singing bowls.
18. If you had a warning label, what would yours say?
    Don’t let me get hangry.
19. Do you believe in the power of manifestation?
    I’m a massive believer in manifestation. I make a goals list and vision board every year.
20. What is one thing you tried that you’ll never do again?
    Thin eyebrows.
21. What is the most spontaneous thing you’ve ever done?
    Moving to Los Angeles.

22. If your younger self could meet you as an adult, what would they be most impressed by?
    That I’ve manifested my dream life and get to play dress-up for a living.
23. What job would you be terrible at?
    I’d be a terrible housekeeper. I’m kind of a mess.
24. If you could start a charity, what would it be?
    I’d open an animal shelter.
25. If you were a superhero, what powers would you want to have?
    I’d want the power to infuse everyone with positive vibrations.
26. How would you survive a zombie apocalypse?
    I’d seduce the zombie king.
27. If you were the ruler of your own country, what would be the first law you’d put into place? I’d ensure comprehensive reproductive healthcare and autonomy for women.

28. What is your most prized possession?
    My dog Sabie. She is my queen.
29. If you had a yacht, what would you name it?
    I’d name it Blue Steel.
30. What is the first thing you do in the morning?
    Gratitude, affirmations, and coffee.
31. If you had the opportunity to be immortal, would you take it?
    Only if I could share my immortality with others.
32. What do you do when nobody is watching?
    I film TikTok videos.
33. What is your quirkiest hidden quality?
    I can make a killer mac and cheese.
34. What makes you feel unstoppable?
    Lip liner.
35. What’s your philosophy on life?
    Your vibration creates your reality.
36. What’s one thing you would change about yourself?
    Any self-doubt or overthinking.
37. What was your most embarrassing moment?
    There was a time when I mistook James Corden for the valet driver and handed him my ticket.
38. If you could time travel, would you go to the past or the future?
    My curiosity makes me want to see the future.
39. What words of wisdom would you pass down to your younger self?
    Don’t try and mold yourself to be like anyone else because originality is a superpower.
40. What is a relationship dealbreaker for you?
    Someone who doesn’t love dogs.
41. What is your definition of success?
    Being able to wake up every day with gratitude.

42. If you only had one month left to live, how would you spend it?
    I’d spend it with my family and my dogs in Texas.
43. Do you typically follow your heart or your head?
    I always follow my heart and my gut.
44. How do you define beauty? Beauty is more of an aura than a physical trait. It’s something you can’t define or put into a box. Beauty is an energy.

45. If you could snap your fingers and make the world a better place, what would you do?
    I would eliminate all forms of poverty and discrimination and create a world that fosters peace, understanding, and generosity.
46. What personality traits are you most proud of?
    My optimism and determination.
47. If you could play one song every time you walked into a room, what would it be?
    “Get Into It (Yuh)” by Doja Cat.
48. What question do people ask you that you dislike?
    I hate when I get asked if my boobs are real. They are.
49. If someone looked through your internet search history, what would be the weirdest inquiry they’d find?
    “Is it normal to hallucinate spiders in the middle of the night?”
50. When was the last time you had a big fail moment?
    I got food poisoning the night of the Oscars. Yikes.

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