Time to get more acquainted with positively gorgeous and innovative model SANDY LEDESMA, who is in the business of bringing awareness to hemp…
Awesome to meet you, Sandy, and congrats on your MAXIM feature. How do you feel?
I’m so f–king excited and thankful for this opportunity! This photo shoot gave me the reassurance that I can do anything I set my mind to.
What is your best asset?
My smile – shout out to my dad for the dimples.
When do you feel sexy?
I feel the sexiest when I’m making moves and working on my business.
Your Instagram profile says that you are the creator of Hempition. Tell us more about this business and how it all came about.
I actually started Hempition after I got furloughed from my job during COVID. I honestly had no idea what I was doing but my intention was to start my own business and be a part of bringing awareness to hemp.
Nice! What else do you do when you’re not posing for MAXIM?
I’m either shopping, eating, chilling by the pool or booking a flight for my next adventure.
Tell us a little more about yourself.
I’m pretty laid back. I love to be social but I also really like my alone time. I’m originally from a place called Garden Grove in California but was raised in Salt Lake City, Utah. And I have three siblings, Devon, Lily and Erick.
What do you dislike about social media platforms?
There’s always two sides to a story and I feel like Instagram doesn’t always give you the full perspective. But that’s the point – you get to pick and choose what parts of your life you want to share. As for the haters and trolls, I don’t really like to waste my time or energy on negativity, but I do feel for anyone having to deal with it.
Would you ever date one of your followers?
I have met a lot of genuine people through social media so I would never be opposed to meeting someone through this form of communication.
What do you look for in a man?
I love a person who is family and goal-oriented but still knows how to enjoy life. I’m a kid at heart so anyone I can be silly with and feel comfortable around.
How can a man possibly win his way to your heart?
Just be yourself – the chemistry is either there or it isn’t.
Describe your ideal date.
Surprise me. One of my best first dates was skydiving and I’m afraid of heights!
What have you learnt about men over the years?
That women and men are the same when it comes to relationships. We all just want someone we can trust and organically vibe with.
What’s one thing men should always know about women?
We always just want to know the truth, even if it’s not what we want to hear. It’s always best to just be honest about your intentions.
Where’s the best place you’ve travelled?
I just recently got back from Tulum, Mexico and it is always the perfect escape.
Where would you love to travel to for your next adventure?
AUSTRALIA! I actually have Sydney on my vision board as one of my destinations to visit this year. I’ve never been to Australia but I’ll definitely be visiting the first chance I get!
Besides koalas and kangaroos, what else do you know about Australia?
I hear there are a lot of beautiful people and beaches. I also know they just reopened after a few rough years of COVID so I’m excited to check it out for myself.
What’s one thing you’d change about the world?
Change is inevitable. Even if we can’t get rid of all the negativity in the world, we can always choose to contribute something positive.
What is your best hidden talent?
Being innovative. I can always make something out of nothing. No matter what it is, I’ll always find a way to make it work.
What’s next for you? Any exciting projects on the horizon you can share with us?
I’m currently working on a hemp eye lash collection with my sister Devon – creator of Lashes by Dev. Hempition provides sustainable hemp clothing but I am exploring hemp in the beauty world. Stay tuned! ■
STATUS UPDATE
NAME: Sandy Ledesma
BORN: December 23
HOME TOWN: Salt Lake City, Utah U.S.A.
CURRENTLY LIVES: Scottsdale, Arizona U.S.A.
FIVE WORD SELF-DESCRIPTION: “Spontaneous, generous, ambitious, sarcastic, humble.”
PHOBIAS: “Losing the people I love.”
GO-TO DRINK: “Oat milk latte.”
LIFE MOTTO: “Good vibes only!”
INSTAGRAM/TWITTER/SNAPCHAT: @svndy23
TIKITOK: @hempition
Photographed by RYAN DWYER
Interview By SANTI PINTADO
Hair & make-up by BRIDGET MARTINEZ
Produced by MAIN STREET PRODUCTIONS
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