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You only need to spend an afternoon with these two sisters to see that they have been raised in an environment where they are encouraged to ENJOY and EMBRACE the life they have been given. Confident, friendly and open hearted, Vanessa Quai, Vanuatu’s international singing superstar, and her little sister, Velissa, both love the creative arts and are warriors of change – aspiring to constantly evolve and become better people while making a positive impact on their community.

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Name:

Velissa Vikanika Orianne Quai.

Age:

I will be 18 years old in March.

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Where are you from?

Ambae, West.

Tell us about your family:

I have 4 siblings, 2 boys and 2 girls. My dad is Nigel, my mum is Christiane, my sister is Vanessa QUAI, and my two brothers are Tito and Christopher.

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What do you like to do in your spare time?

I love planning events and creating things. I love fashion and beauty, which inspires me to practice my makeup skills and modeling techniques. I also love to sing and dance, and play futsal.

What do you study?

I am still a student studying at Life Changer Christian College at Prima. I hope to graduate in Fashion and Beauty, Choreography and Acting.

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What do you aspire to do in the future?

I aspire to become an actress, dance teacher and model.

What is a quote that you live by?

To live, laugh and love by DOING THE RIGHT THING.

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How would you describe your style? Why do you like fashion?

Simple, natural and elegant. I love fashion and modeling because it brings out the hidden beauty of a person despite their size.

What beauty products do you use?

I don’t have a wide knowledge of different make up brands. But my mum buys Revlon products, which I also use with her. I love men’s light perfume more than women’s perfume.

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Any fashion tips?

Love and embrace the body you have and show the world your beauty in you!

What is something you love about yourself?

I love and appreciate my body just the way I am!

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What is your greatest achievement?

– Winning Best Female dancer in the skits competition in August 2019

– Being a dancer and backing vocalist to my sister Vanessa Quai on her international tours

– Being the founder, leader and choreographer of Kingdom Radical Dancers (KRD)

How would you describe yourself in 3 words?

Kind, lovely and beautiful.

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Name:

Vanessa Sallyann Diandra Kirisitiana Quai.

Age:

31.

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Where are you from?

I am from Ambae and part Fiji.

Tell us about your family:

My family is a Christian family and very supportive family. They are very open and fun to be around with. My family love to laugh and make jokes and get involved in any social activities e.g. Music and sports.

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What do you like to do in your spare time?

In my spare time I love to sleep and watch movies, haha. I write my songs and create new music. I do zumba exercises and play futsal.

What do you do for work?

I am a full time musician – I live through my music basically. I make recordings, sing in different occasions and travel to different countries to perform.

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What do you aspire to do in the future?

I want to go into more business, be an entrepreneur and of course manage my music career.

What is a quote that you live by?

Live with purpose and never give up!

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How would you describe your style?

My style is very complex. I like to wear different outfits that depend on my mood. Most of the times I like to wear jeans and a shirt. I love to dress up very professional for my performances or when I’m attending function or parties.

Why do you like fashion?

I like fashion because it makes me feel free and beautiful. It also helps me communicate my craft to others about who I am a person.

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Who influences your style?

My friends influence my style and I read a lot of fashion magazines as well hehe.

What beauty products do you use?

I use Nivea body lotion or sometimes natural oil if needed. For my hair I use Vatika olive hair oil. My favorite perfume is red door.

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Any fashion tips?

There’s nothing wrong with dressing up because it brings out the confidence in you. Allow yourself to appreciate and love yourself.

What does being a woman mean to you?

Being a woman to me means being a warrior of change, a voice to empower and inspire others and to create positive change by God’s word. To be an example to young girls and mothers who are pursuing to build a career but also recognizing that feminism is needed in our nation and globally.

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What is something you love about yourself?

What I love about myself is being determined in what I love to do best.

What is your greatest achievement?

My greatest accomplishment is establishing a name for myself in the music industry and coming to a place of professionalism. I have won singing awards internationally few years back and also have recieved a medal of merit from our former president Kalkot Mataskelekele because I have been representing Vanuatu through my music internationally.

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Photographer: Nicky Kuautonga

Hair, makeup, nails: Lotus and Brelyn Sam.

Location: Zipline Adventure and Mele Beach


This article was originally published in the Vanuatu Daily Post’s February edition of the Vanuatu Life and Style magazine