"For me to finally get there to that white coat ceremony, which symbolizes the beginning of your medical training, was just such a special moment because for me it symbolizes not giving up, even though for many years I had a lot of doubts and insecurities of whether I would still be able to pursue this dream," Robles said
"I was so lucky to work with the Ralph Lauren team on designing my dream dress," she tells Vogue
Crochet hook 3.5mm (US E/4 hook) Tapestry needle Stitch markers Measuring tape Sizes XS, S, M, L, Xl, XXL, XXXL For reference, model is 1.68m/56 tall with a 36 bust and wearing the dress in size Small
Photograph: Thebe Magugu Thebe Magugu is a South African luxury fashion brand that offers ready-to-wear collections