HerVoyageMag Aug-Sep issue

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At 21: At 21: At 21: Owning

Her Voyage sits down with Cora Cozzolino, born in Kenya to Italian and Kenyan parents. Her talent redefines storytelling through her cultural roots and global lens.

The age of 21 is often a celebrated milestone, a time of independence, exploration, and embracing newfound freedoms. Yet, it comes wrapped in myths: the supposed prime of youth, worry-free and radiant. For Cora Adriana, this chapter of life is more than just a milestone. It’s a testament to identity, responsibility, and creativity. Born in Kenya and raised across East Africa, Cora’s journey took her from motherland to the cobbled streets of Europe at the tender age of 12. “Being raised across East Africa, I was immersed in soulful living and a powerful sense of community from an early age,” she shares. “My mother’s Swahili coastal heritage continues to influence me, instilling love expressed through elegance, warmth, and creativity.”

When asked the simple yet profound question, “Who are you?” her response radiates depth:

“I am carving out a name for myself in a world of visual storytelling. I am a daughter, a woman shaped by the lands I’ve lived. My early travel experiences taught me to see the world with wonder and to carry out all the different stories and adventures with pride. They also gave me a sense of responsibility to share the continent’s magic with the wider world.”

For Cora, storytelling isn’t merely a career path; it’s a calling. “It’s not what you pursue, it’s why you do it,” she explains. Her aim? To ensure that when she rises, she drops the rope for others, pulling as many people along with her as possible.

“I believe many doors have been easier for me to crack open. Yet, I know so many people who are giving their best, but things don’t come as easily. I know I’m blessed, and I want to bless others through storytelling.”

Fashion as a Language In her world, fashion and storytelling are intertwined. “A piece of clothing can tell a story, highlight culture, and stand tall to add value to people’s lives,” she says.

“For me, fashion is storytelling both share the same path of connecting and binding cultures.”

We couldn’t resist asking for her top three rules of fashion, and her answers were as vibrant as her personality:

1. Color and Texture: 2. Avoid Trends: 3. Identity Speaks:

“Remember, everything has feelings.”

Instead, find a connection and feeling with your style.”

“Fashion is identity. Speak loud and proud through your style tell the world who you are.”

A Principle of Purpose

Cora lives by a simple yet profound principle: Your voice matters. “People’s dreams are possible,” she insists. Trusting one’s intuition and embracing one’s unique journey shaped by past experiences, culture, and heritage unlocks true power and purpose. Who is Cora Cozzolino?

A model, storyteller, and advocate for cultural pride and creative expression, Cora is a name to watch. With her luminous confidence and her mission to elevate others, she’s already paving the way for a legacy of love and impact. Cora, thank you for sharing your story with Her Voyage. Keep shining, queen you’ve just begun.