Bliss in Bahamas IT-Girls: Jessica Ricks
SLS Baha Mar
Photographed by DOMINIC PETRUZZI
Jessica Ricks
@hapatime
Describe your Instagram page in three words.
Vibrant, Happy, Beautiful
What makes your feed so unique?
My feed is unique because it shows not only me, but the world through my eyes. No matter where I am, I try to capture it in the most gorgeous way. Additionally, I always try to make every photo aesthetically pleasing and full of color. My feed is most unique in spring and fall in which I think my account stands out as my sister and I capture the brilliance of those seasons.
What is your favorite part about being an influencer?
Choosing my own schedule and being able to create something that I can show to the world every day. As a creative I always hoped to have a job like this and one thing I never expected was that I would inspire so many and I adore that part too.
How would you describe your personal fashion style?
Feminine, Contemporary, Chic
Where do you get inspiration for your photos?
I think fashion and lifestyle accounts all inspire each other. Whether it’s on Instagram, Tumblr or Pinterest! I am often inspired by photography and travel accounts when choosing locations for my next trip.
We partnered with Pixi for our Mode Around The Globe Bahamas Influencer Getaway, so you were able to try a few of their amazing products. Tell us about what you love most about the Pixi line.
The products are all really excellent quality and the packaging is lovely! I loved how the mask was a peel-off (extra satisfying) and also slightly metallic looking. The shea butter lip balm smelled wonderful and was the prettiest natural pink.
Which product was your favorite?
Most definitely the rose tonic as I love anything rose scented or colored.
In the Bahamas we stayed at the SLS Baha Mar. Tell us about your overall experience at the property and what you loved most about this particular hotel.
First off, I found the versatility and quality of the food to be amazing! We got in room dining multiple times and fell in love with the avocado toast! We also tried the poolside dining (highly recommend the truffle fries), lobby (the sliders omg!) and many of the restaurants – all superb in flavor and service! And second, the property is new and spacious. It was wonderful having so many places to relax and also so easy to shoot my Instagram photos!
What was your favorite part of the trip?
It’s so funny, almost every trip I go on, the food is what I remember best 😛 In this case, the salmon nigiri and red bean mochi ball dessert at Katsuya!! Not food wise– being just steps from the beach and the cute cabanas!
Why do you love Modeliste Magazine and our Mode Around the Globe Getaways?
I loved getting to meet everyone and I also loved that everything was taken care of! From transportation, food and even having a professional photographer on hand! The location chosen was ideal and I can’t wait to see where their next getaway is!
