Mode Around the Globe: Tati McQuay
Tati McQuay
@tatimcquay
Photography by Abe Bermudez @aba.bermudez
Location: Casa Velas Puerto Vallarta
www.hotelcasavelas.com
@casavelas
What are three words your best friends would use to describe you?
Loving, adventurous & supportive.
What’s something about you that people would never guess from your social media?
I’m actually pretty short! I’m 5’2”, but people always say I look taller on my Instagram, which is
so funny.
What's your most irrational fear?
I would say losing my entire memory because I’m so extremely grateful for the life I’ve lived, the places I’ve traveled to, and the people who have been in my life. I wouldn’t want to lose the
ability to forever remember those memories.
What's your biggest green flag in a person?
When someone is just as supportive and reaches out or even comments on your small wins, not
just the big ones.
What's one thing you could never live without?
I would say music. Growing up as a dancer, music has always played such an important role in
my life. It’s how I express myself in so many ways, or sometimes just take the weight off my
shoulders by zoning out and listening to the beat of a song.
What's your biggest guilty pleasure?
Going out to eat sushi, like all the time!
What's something you're surprisingly bad at?
Drawing and painting.
What's the best compliment you've ever received?
That I look just like my mom!
What's your idea of a perfect day?
My idea of a perfect day would be spending time with my family. We could literally just be at
home, but we always have a great time together. I’d love to hit the gym, grab some sushi, and
cuddle in bed with my partner to end the night.
What's one thing that instantly makes you feel confident?
My best friend created a brand of lash clusters, and they’re my holy grail! Whenever I have them
on, I feel my most confident, even without wearing makeup. Although, I love doing my makeup
as well!
What's your biggest ick?
I would say when someone doesn’t take care of themselves or has bad hygiene in general. I
feel like that’s so important, and if it’s lacking, it just comes across as laziness.
What's a life lesson you've had to learn the hard way?
To take my time growing up. I went through some of my hardest times trying to be an adult and take on those responsibilities at such a young age. A lot had to fall apart, and I had to hit some
of my lowest points to learn that lesson.
What's something you're romanticizing about your life right now?
Getting to travel the world and consistently putting myself first in every aspect before settling
down to start a family.
If money and time weren't factors, what would you be doing tomorrow?
I love going on walks and forgetting about everything for a while. Just enjoying nature, the
views, and exploring new places is what I would be doing.
What's one thing you're no longer willing to compromise on?
Friendships or relationships that have no potential in my future. I’m at an age where I know
exactly what I want for my life, and I don’t need to hold on to anything that isn’t meant for me
anymore.
What's your personal definition of a life well lived?
Finding peace and happiness at the end of every day, no matter what that looks like, while also
supporting my loved ones and making them proud.
What's one thing you hope people feel when they're around you?
Comfortable. I’m introverted-extroverted, so I’d hope anyone who’s around me just feels comfortable to be themselves how and when they want.
What's a dream you're determined to make a reality?
Owning a business and having a happy, healthy family.
If this chapter of your life had a title, what would it be?
Self-Awareness.
What was your favorite part of your stay at Casa Velas, Puerto Vallarta?
My favorite part of my stay was our last dinner. Taking in the beautiful sunset, enjoying the
incredible food, experiencing the kindest staff, and connecting with my new friends who felt like
family made it so special. We all motivated and inspired each other so much, and being in such
a beautiful city and staying at such an incredible property made the experience even better! I’m
so grateful for the memories we made and for the opportunity to share my experience with
others.
