Transforming my Dreams into Reality: Miss Tropics 2011 Elizabeth Chittseko
What's your story?
Name: Lizzy Chittseko
Country of Origin: Malawi / Zimbabwe
Field: Modelling
Tell us about your family growing up
I grew up in a family of 5 children (4 girls and 1 boy), I am the fourth born. My father passed away when I was 7 years old and since then my mother has done a terrific job of raising us on her own. Growing up in a family with 3 sisters triggered my interest in fashion and modeling. As young girls I remember we would organize small fashion shows and modeling competitions for entertainment. My passion for modeling expanded greatly at age fourteen and ever since it’s become a hobby and a passion of mine.
What are the core values that guide you?
The morals and values that were instilled in me by my parents are the core values that guide me. These are composed of honesty, Integrity, Loyalty, dependability, and most of all my faith in Jesus Christ. These beliefs guide me on a day to day basis as I take on the challenge of transforming my dream into reality.
If you had to describe yourself in 3 words, what would they be and why?
Down to earth, Respectful, and Ambitious.
I describe myself in these three words because I never doubt myself, I believe in exploring the endless possibilities the world has to offer. I’m a firm believer in the work ethic ideology, an ideology with behavioral-reward principles (you reap what you sow). With my ambitious state of mind and strong determination I believe I can achieve anything I set my mind to do. I was raised in a well-mannered respectful home, and thankfully I adopted such traits. I’m out going and I love hanging out and having fun with my friends and family.
Who inspires you and why?
My mother is one of my biggest inspirations because I can always depend on her to pick me up if the world pushes me down. She is very hard working and her self-respect and love for others have made her become more prestigious in her life.
What are your greatest achievements so far & what more would you like to accomplish?
One of my greatest achievements in education is obtaining my nursing certification which allows me to later get my bachelors in this field.
Being crowned Miss Tropics 2011 is also an outstanding achievement, as well as being crowned Miss Zimbabwe-USA. Both these titles have been a dream come true to me and I plan on being involved in a lot more pageants like these that stand for a good cause.
Could you share some beauty tips?
I believe that everyone is beautiful, but true beauty shines from within. Having a high level of self-esteem is half the battle, as women we tend to be very critical and oblivious to what true beauty is. In society, we also tend to let the media decide what beauty looks like. yet beauty starts from the inside-out. We are all different and should learn to embrace our looks, however occasional flaunts of outer beauty by wearing clothes that flatter our figures and complimentary makeup is great in raising our self-esteem. If or when one wears make up always make sure to chose the right shade that compliments your skin tone.
How do you feel about being crowned Miss Tropics?
Being Miss Tropics is an awesome adventure; I’m thrilled to be a part of such a wonderful magazine, a magazine known for being the fresh voice of Africans and the diaspora online. Both educating and entertaining. I feel like I am setting a great example for the younger generation to reach for their dreams and never let anything hold them back.
What’s in the future for you?
I definitely see myself pursing modeling after I graduate from university. I plan on later starting my own clothing line but for now I am focusing on school and modelling.
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