Stay true to yourself 

Carla Howe / @carlahoweofficial 

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Happy to have you on FHM! Are there any exciting projects you’re hoping to take on before the end of the year? First of all, I’m obsessed with being here. It’s such a moment. Before the year wraps, I’m really focused on stepping into projects that feel bold, elevated, and powerful  the kind that make people stop and say, okay, she’s really doing that. 

How does it feel to see yourself featured in this issue, and what does this moment mean to you personally? It feels unreal, but also very deserved. I’ve put in the work, stayed disciplined, and trusted the process. Seeing myself in this issue is a reminder that confidence, consistency, and believing in yourself always pay off. 

Who or what inspires your style, confidence, and creativity? I’m inspired by women who own their presence and don’t ask for permission. My confidence comes from knowing who I am and being unapologetic about it. Style, for me, is about power, how you walk into a room and make it yours. 

If you had a free weekend with no responsibilities, how would you spend it? Luxury downtime. Glam but relaxed. A spa day, shopping, seeing friends and family, great energy, and zero stress. Just recharging and feeling like that girl. 

Which upcoming project or ambition are you most excited about right now? I’m excited about expanding and stepping more into creative opportunities. I want everything I do to feel intentional, iconic, and very me. 

What’s a fear you’re determined to overcome? Playing small. I’ve learned that when you stop limiting yourself, everything changes. 

What’s a passion outside of modeling that you hope to pursue more deeply? Acting  would love to pursue more and more  creative collaborations,turning a vision into something real; that’s where the real power is. 

What’s one major career milestone you’re aiming to achieve next? Being content with confidence, ambition, and elevation. 

What new experiences or adventures are you hoping to try in the new year? More travel, bigger collaborations, and experiences that push me out of my comfort zone because that’s where the glow-up really happens. 

What advice would you give your younger self starting out in the industry? Don’t wait for validation. Walk like you belong in every room because you do. 

As we step into a new year, what’s your biggest resolution for yourself? Staying focused, protecting my energy, and only saying yes to things that align with my vision. 

What kind of mark do you want to leave on the modeling industry? I want to redefine what it means to be confident and powerful, owning your image, your voice, and your narrative. 

What impact do you want your work and your voice to have on others? I want people to feel empowered to go after more success, more confidence, more self-belief. 

If you could build your dream legacy, what would it stand for? Confidence, reinvention, and knowing your worth. A legacy that says you can build an empire while staying true to yourself  and look amazing doing it.