Marisa Jara: "It is an honor to be compared to Monica Bellucci, she is a good ambassador of curves"

Marisa Jara is a woman who has never had things easy; getting off the catwalk with a scant size 36 and getting back on it as a curvy model was, in her day, a brave step like few others and one that she took decisively.

Since then, the Sevillian has not stopped working, despite the health problems she is overcoming. Now, at 41, she represents better than anyone today's women who break barriers and express their personality without any complex, brave women who feel comfortable with themselves and free. For this reason, she is the new ambassador of Levi's Plus Size in Spain, a line that, as the brand says, aims to advance inclusion so that anyone, regardless of their figure, can find the jean that best suits them.

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The Levi's Plus Size collection offers the brand's classic icons, such as the 501 jean, the Trucker Jacket or the Western Shirt, in a wide variety of sizes to highlight style, confidence and positivity through fashion . About all this, and about how she is at the moment and what her summer is going to be like, we talked with the model in this interview.

You are a brave woman: you have gone from conventional model to curvy and you have not hesitated to show the scar of your operation in a bikini. How was that mental process to get rid of complexes and claim the beauty of your body as it is?

At first it was difficult for me to accept it, but over time I have learned to listen and pamper my body and understand that It has gone through many changes and has been transforming, now I have realized that it is perfect just the way it is.

An advice for all the girls who at the moment doubt themselves because their bodies Do they not respond to the 'norm'?

That the Curve is beautiful, that they love each other very much and respect their body as it is, that they feel proud of their curves because beauty is not dictated by a number or a weight, but self-confidence. Especially that they work on having a good self-esteem.

They say that you are the Spanish Monica Bellucci, do you like being compared to her?

For me it is an honor to be compared to Monica, I think she is a beautiful woman apart from being a wonderful actress. She is a good ambassador of curves and an example that you can be beautiful beyond size 36.

Fashion designer, jewelry designer, model... In which facet do you feel most comfortable?

Fashion is part of my life and I feel very comfortable in both facets.

So, professionally, where do you see yourself in the future?

With my 'Jadejara' jewelry collection positioned outside of Spain; It is already growing a lot and gaining visibility. I believe in day-to-day work and I strive to grow and fulfill my dreams little by little.

You are an expert in fashion, what is your perfect look for a 24/7 day, that fetish? The one you turn to when you don't know what to wear?

A Levi's Plus Size 501 with a white t-shirt combined with a blazer and white sneakers is one of my favorite day-to-day looks. Always right!

And how do you like your jeans?

My favorites from the Plus Size collection are the Levi's 710 Super Skinny, they fit me like a glove. They make me a very good figure, highlighting the strong points of the silhouette. In addition, they are very comfortable because they have a very soft stretch that fits without making uncomfortable bags.

As an expert on the subject, which ones best suit women with curves? Better wide or tight?

Skinny jeans feel great to highlight the figure. The looser jeans are also very comfortable, especially with a high waist.

What is the piece from this Levi's collection that has become a must for you?

Besides the Levi's 710 Super Skinny in black, I also love the Levi's shorts 501 for this summer. I'm going to wear them to go to the beach with flip-flops and to go out to dinner with high-heeled shoes. This summer they will be my allies!

As a jewelry designer with your firm Jadejara, tell us what the perfect accessories to wear with jeans should be like: better rhinestones, earrings, gold metal...? What's on?

It will always be an excellent option to combine Levi's 501 jeans with accessories or pieces that stand out. It definitely takes the look to another level and you feel empowered. I personally love wearing jeans with large gold hoops, it's a hit.

What's not missing in your summer suitcase, besides a bikini?

My notebook for Sudoku and Levi's Plus Size jeans.