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Kelsey Merritt by BJ Pascual in a preview from Esquire Nov 2015

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The many faces and covers of Kelsey Merritt for 2015.

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Late-night reflections

As fashion week draws to a close, I just have to say whole-heartedly how I felt about my first “real” season. It was a roller coaster. There were a lot of disappointments… and tears… and some blood (from my feet of course). But overall, I don’t think I could’ve asked for anything more. I walked 16 shows, at least one in each major fashion market. I’ve learned a lot about myself this past month. I’ve learned that I’m capable of doing anything, no matter how tired I am, as long as I was willing to push myself hard enough. People often think that fashion month is glamorous as a model, but the reality is far from the fantasy. I woke up every morning to begin my day at 6:30AM and didn’t get home until midnight. Fittings lasted until 2 o'clock in the morning sometimes. Sleep deprivation, hunger, and exhaustion were a big part of my month.

At the end of it, all I can say is that I’m proud of myself. I may not have booked all the major shows, but the shows I did book were still a major accomplishment to me. I’m happy to have represented the Filipinos and Southeast Asians… to make people see that our beauty is also appealing. I pushed my physical limits and overcame the obstacles in front of me despite all my doubts. I made friends with girls who I previously have only admired in magazines; they’re considered my colleagues now. I proved to my agents that it wasn’t a mistake to put their faith in me. Lastly, I learned that I don’t need to fit into the traditional mold of what models are expected to be, I can be myself and people will either love it or hate it… But guess what? No fucks are given. I’m beyond grateful for all the opportunities presented to me and all the support from my agents, boyfriend, family and casting directors who believe in me.

I have a lot of work to do until next season comes around, but I’m willing to give it my all again and hopefully the results will show my dedication and hard work. Often times in the midst of all the stress, I thought I wanted to give up because of the rejections and cancellation of options that I faced… But now I’m inclined to have people rethink their choice when they say no to me. Hopefully next season it will turn into a “yes”. For now, I’m heading back to my home sweet home in LA to detox and reset my system… Get ready for shoot season!

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Very well said Marga! We are PROUD of you! 🇵🇭🙌🏼🙌🏽🙌🏼

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See you (again) soon Merlion!

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Marga Esquivel's showcard for Women Paris SS 2016!

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Backstage Beauty at Gucci Spring 2016 Make up by Path McGrath Photo by Delphine Achard for WWD

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Marga Esquivel is a red lipped vixen backstage at Topshop Unique Spring 2016 in Day 3 of London Fashion Week. Photo from vogue.com

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What a beauty!

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Throwback to Manuela Basilio’s first show on her maiden NYFW Spring 2014 walking for VFiles

Second image (right) is her second outing for the online retailer for Spring 2015

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Excitement up for NYFW Go Manuela!

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New Balance 997DGM ‘Distinct Mid Century Modern Pack’ (by Fred Adam‎)

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I waaaantt THIS! 👍🏽

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Marga's showcard for NYFW SS 2016!

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Hot model update:

Our very own Kelsey Merritt on the set with fellow models Gabby Westbrook ( Aussie) and Briley Jones for a Vera Wang ad campaign, which was shot by lensman Patrick Demarchelier(😱)

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Up up up!

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Charlene’s beauty shines in this Polaroid digital from Serendipity Casting

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Our girl werking it!

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Another pretty face !

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The amazing Charlene Almarvez is giving that good, I mean rather great face inside the editorial for L'Officiel Manila’s July/August 2015 issue with fellow Pinoy 🇵🇭 pride of the modeling scene in New York, London and Paris! Truly this girl has yet to reached her stardom in the future for she’s truly hardworking and chameleon in the runway and photo shoots. Her recent gig with Sam Edelman brand is a testament to that.

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Charlene's a chameleon!

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Marga Esquivel. Or just Marga, the rising star of today’s modeling world. Why certainly she is, having multiple articles written about her in Vogue, style and vogue.it, she is surely getting there. On top of it all walking for Chanel Haute Couture is only the start. What surprise this lady brings this September fashion week, we can’t wait with bated breaths and eyes! Photo by Markus Ziegler for L'Officiel Manila July / August 2015

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⚡️⚡️🔥👏🏼🔝

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Slowly but surely there are gaining ground. That Filipino X-factor evident in their piercing stare, whether a halfie or first-generation children of immigrants, no doubt they got that distinct Universal look. Presenting the Men who are currently making waves headed by the established Paolo Roldan of Givenchy fame, Adryan Hanson who just walked for Givenchy Men’s SS 2016, to Alex Dominguez who has Redken under his belt, fellow Francis Ariosa under Wilhelmina NY and appeared in Cosmo US and Paul Kiefer who is the face of Michael Cinco’s fragrance Impalpable for Bench/. Yes they are here and ready to conquer the modeling world!

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