22-Year-Old Latina Model With Down Syndrome Models At NYFW

Feb 20, 2020 by apost team

Sofía Jirau went from her home country of Puerto Rico to New York Fashion Week to follow her modeling dreams. Her success even gave her the opportunity to have her own brand. 

Sofía Jirau stunned audiences on the runway at New York Fashion Week. 

Jirau was born in Puerto Rico, and it was during her childhood there that she decided she wanted to be a model. She reports looking at her little girl self in the mirror and being sure she had the runway and business deals in her future. Now, having starred in New York City and started her own brand, that dream has become a reality.

With many followers on Instagram, Jirau is already becoming a star on social media. Her account displays her photoshoots and runway shows. She wrote on Instagram:

“I was born for this and I want to show the world that I have everything a model needs to shine."

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It was her runway appearance at the famed New York Fashion Week, where she modeled for dressmaker Maria Santiago, that seriously elevated her fame. Jirau's family came all the way from Puerto Rico to see her career take off in the Big Apple.

After the show, Jirau expressed her happiness at having achieved her dream. She was finally doing what she knew she was born to do. She also appreciated the positive reaction from the audience, who applauded the rising star.

The next step, she says, is a career across the pond in Europe. Her helpers are already working to make the jump by reaching out to European designers. Soon, Jirau will be a truly global star.

Her profile is further expanded by her "Alavett" line of clothes and accessories, all of which contain her signature heart branding. The name comes from her pronunciation of "I love it," which is the enthusiastic response she always loves to give.

Jirau's experience has reinforced her belief that there are no limits in life and we can all accomplish our goals. This is a message we could all stand to see reinforced now and then, so be sure your friends and family check this out.