June Model of The Month - Ray M!

1. Where are you from?

I’m an East Coast girl from Potomac, Maryland. I moved to New York five years ago to discover myself and truly see what I’m capable of. I stayed for the endless opportunities, the support of an empowering community, and the energy of New York City that motivates me to show up as my most authentic self. There’s truly no place like it!

2. What are you into — studies, hobbies, special skills?

Movement is how I connect with myself, and teaching is how I create connection with others. Living in the age of AI, I believe in the power and necessity of creating opportunities for human connection by inviting joy and play into each and every day. I teach bachata classes around the city and also love salsa, zouk, heels and ecstatic dance. Movement is how I feel most connected to my body, and through dance and teaching, I’ve learned how powerful it can be to help people feel more present, confident, and connected. I’m also learning energy healing, herbalism and somatic practices that I look forward to integrating into my classes. Coming from the corporate tech world, I’m so excited to be stepping into full-time modeling and leaving my 9-to-5 behind!

3. Favorite clients from the biz?

I’ve been so fortunate to work with some incredible clients for a few years now! Victoria’s Secret and Adore Me are two of my favorites. I feel honored to be part of the design and fit process that shapes the customer experience for my favorite brands. The teams are brilliant, collaborative, intentional, and it’s a joy to work with people who are genuinely passionate about their product & design!

4. Dreams, goals, and fit dream clients?

The theme for 2026 is expansion! Beyond fit modeling, I am manifesting features in campaigns including beauty and jewelry, e-comm and commercial modeling/acting. As a newly full-time model, I’m just getting started! I’m ready to travel for modeling & commercial work. 

I’m a manifesting generator and believe in speaking dreams into existence. Words hold so much power! My dream brands are Skims, Negative, Fleur du Mal, Intimissimi, Calvin Klein, Ralph Lauren, Banana Republic, Reformation, Gap, Paige, Free People, Vuori, Lululemon, Alo Yoga, and Bandit Running. 

5. Fit/modeling career highlights?

At the start of my modeling career, I modeled for a national spirits company. My shot from the campaign was selected for a one-week billboard feature in Times Square! Traveling to New York City to see yourself on a billboard is so surreal. I carried that momentum into walking NYFW for two seasons before making the move to New York full-time. After continuing to build my portfolio, I was signed by my dream model agency Bicoastal Management. And then I manifested Victoria’s Secret. I wrote VS down on my dream client list two years ago, and it’s finally happening! I now work with multiple VS teams and have weekly standing time. Proof that believing in your goals and working hard truly pays off!

6. How did you get into fit modeling?

When I joined Bicoastal, my agents introduced me to fit modeling. I was excited to learn of a type of modeling that’s consistent, relationship-driven, and focused on providing meaningful feedback to shape how real women feel in the clothing they wear. I love using my knowledge of clothing design and fit to help shape the wearability of a brand. Fit modeling has a real impact! When I feel good in what I wear, I feel connected to my body and my confidence shines. As a dancer, I love that this career supports being purposeful and intentional about how I show up physically, and allows me to focus on a healthy, sustainable body that stays aligned with the brands I work with.