Roxany Terán and the Patience of Becoming

Roxany Terán’s journey into fashion did not begin on a runway or inside a modeling school. It began with migration, responsibility, and a quiet belief that purpose does not disappear simply because circumstances change.

Originally from Venezuela, Roxany arrived in the United States three and a half years ago with her family. She came as a wife and a mother, carrying limited resources but an unshakeable sense of direction. Modeling, while a recent professional pursuit, had long lived in her imagination. From childhood, she gravitated toward fashion programs and runway shows, absorbing an industry she admired from a distance. For her, the realization came early that discovering what one is born for often reveals what one is meant to live for.

Her entry into the modeling world was far from effortless. After approaching agencies in Houston, she was asked for financial commitments she simply could not meet. The amounts requested mirrored the little money she had brought with her from Venezuela. Rather than seeing this as a closed door, Roxany saw it as a test of resolve. She chose persistence over pause.

That persistence led her to Tomas Benítez, the first designer who offered her an opportunity. She reached out repeatedly, writing day after day until her request was finally answered. That initial yes marked the beginning of momentum. Soon after, she connected with a professional makeup artist who helped her begin building a portfolio, a crucial step in an industry where first impressions often happen long before introductions.

Her growing experience culminated in an opportunity to attend New York Fashion Week, a moment she describes as both frightening and transformative. The competition was intense and constant, but fear did not deter her. Instead, it sharpened her self awareness. She learned to trust that she possessed something distinctive, not in comparison to others, but in alignment with herself. Her belief was simple: if she continued to show up prepared, someone would recognize her at the right moment.

Despite these milestones, Roxany remains grounded in reality. She continues to work a regular job, one she openly acknowledges does not fulfill her. The contrast, however, fuels her determination rather than discouraging it. Her resilience was shaped early. At sixteen, she became a mother, learning responsibility long before most are asked to carry it. That experience continues to inform how she approaches challenges, with accountability rather than complaint.

When asked whether the path has been easy, Roxany is clear that it has not been, and that this is precisely what gives it meaning. She views challenge as proof of movement. She also sees herself as part of a larger ecosystem, working not only for personal success but to support designers, entrepreneurs, and creatives who rely on models to bring their work to life.

At the center of her life is balance. She identifies first as a mother and a wife, roles she considers among the strongest professions that exist. Professionally, she is deeply committed to modeling, specializing in photoshoots for jewelers, boutiques, and designers, as well as runway work. She describes herself as instinctive in front of the camera, able to adapt fluidly to the needs of designers and photographers alike.

Proud of her Latin heritage, Roxany is often recognized for her skin tone, eyes, and hair, but she attributes her longevity not to appearance alone, rather to effort and discipline. Her approach is uncompromising. She believes in giving everything to her work or not doing it at all.

On the subject of mentorship and women in leadership, Roxany offers a perspective shaped by lived experience. While she acknowledges the value of empowered women who lead by example, she believes mentorship also begins internally. She emphasizes self trust, conviction, and the courage to use one’s own voice. In her view, women already possess the tools to build, lead, and influence change. What remains is the willingness to act.

Faith remains the foundation of her outlook. Taught by her mother, it guides her through uncertainty. She believes faith is not blind optimism, but confidence in what is yet unseen. Her personal philosophy is simple and unwavering. She chooses to smile at life even when it strikes hard, refusing to let fear define her direction.

Roxany Terán does not frame her journey as complete. She sees it as ongoing. She continues forward with patience, belief, and clarity, trusting that the destination written for her will reveal itself in time.