Beauty, brains, talent — every man is looking for a woman who has it all. Even if these women might seem like a magical unicorn, `LLERO knows they exist. Maybe “SHE” is your vecina, the one who got away, or your sister’s BFF. So right here, we’ll be turning the spotlight on the ladies that we all know and love because we know that “SHE” means She Has Everything.
Meet Hollywood’s latest obsession: Monica Blanco. To be a bit more precise, Monica’s company, Colour Couture, is in big demand — steadily taking the sunless tanning world by storm. Founded six years ago, on a hunch and a dream, Colour Couture and its signature line of products have been featured in Latina magazine, Fitness magazine, and on The Wendy Williams Show, to name just a few.
The main source of motivation for the Los Angeles Mexicana is simple: her two daughters.
“Everything I do is for them; I want them to know they can do whatever they want,” she explains, “I want to set an example and show them that they can be independent and not rely on a man to take care of them.”
Yet, Colour Couture also serves to paint a clearer picture of who Monica Blanco is, because it’s not just about profits. Part of the company’s goal is to create opportunities for other women to start their own business by providing hands-on training to certify specialists in the unique Color Couture application technique. “Having the influence of strong women is important for females,” she says.
There’s no doubt that growing up in a Latino family greatly influenced Monica’s drive and passion. She explains that she was raised watching her family members “work their butts off.” This work ethic drove her to not only start the company but to be involved in every step of the process.
Of course there was fear in her decision to launch her own business but the support and advice she received from her family gave her the courage and motivation to pursue her dream. Something she always remembers from her father, “he also said to me, sometimes you’re afraid to fall when you take a leap, but instead of thinking that you will fall, think that you’ll fly.’”
Check out what else you should know about this woman who is certainly flying.
‘LL: Starting a business is a huge endeavor. How did you started?
MB: I started my business on the side of my regular legal secretary job. I had a thought and ran with it! Gave it my all and here I am.
‘LL: What have been some of your toughest challenges?
MB: Some of my toughest challenges have been finding my balance with all the different hats I wear on a daily basis. Mother, businesswoman, friendships etc.
‘LL: What are some lessons that you’ve learned?
MB: I’ve learned when to say no. I over extended myself for so many years. Now, if it’s not making me happy, money or I’m not learning, I pass!
‘LL: What would people be surprised to know about you?
MB: I’m clumsy! Ugh, I trip over my own feet :/
`LL: On to some of the fun stuff. What’s your favorite thing about Latino men?
MB: Family values.
`LL: Conversely, what is your least favorite thing about Latino men?
MB: Controlling, jealous, possessive LOL.
‘LL: Any advice for single men out there?
MB: Let her be who she is.
‘LL: What’s a total turn off?
MB: Bad kissers.
‘LL: What’s your biggest turn on?
MB: Cologne and suits.
‘LL: What’s your ideal first date?
MB: My ideal first date would depend on how well I know the person. For instance, if we kind of know each other, dinner would be a start. If it’s a blind date I would do coffee so I’m not stuck.
‘LL: What’s your ideal man like? (physically and personality)
MB: Compassionate, intelligent, funny, tall, dark and handsome.
‘LL: Favorite body part on a guy?
MB: Chest 🙂
‘LL: Best and/or worst pick-up line you’ve heard?
MB: Excuse me, have we met before?
‘LL: Favorite place to travel to & why?
MB: Cabo — the one place I can go and shut the world off and feel safe and comfortable.
‘LL: What do you feel sexiest wearing?
MB: Pencil skirt, blouse and high heels.
‘LL: Favorite sports team?
MB: Lakers baby.
LL: Favorite food?
MB: Sushi.
