Birthplace: Dallas, Texas

Now Lives: Houston, Texas

Birthday: Feb. 20

Stats: 34C-25-34, brown hair, hazel eyes

Erica Kelley comes to Savvy fresh off the triumph of winning a reality TV show called "Best of the Best" where she beat out 40 other models to win $10,000 and braggin' rights. She also just signed a deal to model for a major lingerie brand.

The part-time model works as a marketing associate for an environmental design and natural resource consulting firm. Translation: She's got brains too. With the year she's having, though, look for this Irish beauty to be modeling full-time any day now.

We were struck by how down-to-earth and easygoing Erica is - and how fun loving but classy her attitude is. Even though she's "hopelessly devoted" to one man, to borrow a phrase from a song, you can still hang out with Erica and feel as if she digs you.

To her lucky husband, she doesn't take marriage for granted either, routinely doing things to keep the fire burning.

"A few years ago, I installed a stripper pole and converted our dining room into our very own personal strip club!" she says. "I love dancing for my man."

Erica talked to Savvy about keeping monogamy hot while kicking ass and taking names in the modeling world...

Savvy: Tell us about your Savvy shoot...

Erica: I had a blast. Everyone was so nice and easy to work with. I got the privilege of working one-on-one - literally - with Claudia, who is a sexy model from Texas. We had a great time. I hope being on Savvy.com will mean more exposure to my fans and potential clients.

Savvy: How did you get into modeling and where do you hope to take it?

Erica: I've always wanted to be in front of the camera, whether it was broadcast TV, acting or modeling. I just decided to go for a modeling career and started contacting photographers and networking. To become a model, you definitely have to do your research. I hope to make it as far as I can in the modeling industry and possibly even pursue acting. You never know what the future holds. I just take it day by day.

Savvy: Why does modeling appeal to you?

Erica: Modeling is fun. Being able to put on sexy clothes - or wear nothing at all - and be able to model for everyone to see? That's sexy!

Savvy: Are you a high-maintenance chick?

Erica: I would like to think I'm medium. I have to have your normal girly girl things done like going to the spa and getting my hair, nails, etc. done on a regular basis. But when it comes to material things or name-brand clothing, I don't need all of that.

Savvy: Do you feel guilty for making other women go to the gym so their boyfriends and husbands don't just stare at you?

Erica: What? Have you seen me at the gym? (Laughs) I'm all hot and sweaty and...

Savvy: (Grins) Yes??

Erica: Okay, you know what, never mind! (Laughs) I think it is great if the woman joins her man for a workout. A woman should be proud of her looks! If that means transforming your body by working out or getting some work done, so be it. You are the one who has to live with and see yourself every day. Plus it is a proven fact, if a girl feels good about herself, then the man will definitely reap the benefits!!

Savvy: You seem like you'd be the perfect wife. Hot... Fun... Horny...

Erica: (Laughs) Thank you! I love being married to my husband. Sometimes he'll come home and find me cooking with nothing on but high heels.

Savvy: That could hurt if you're frying up bacon and it sizzles at you. What's the most elaborate stunt you ever pulled?

Erica: (Laughs) When I would get ready to make dinner, I would always ask my man what he wanted to eat. He would always say "You on a silver platter!" So one night I decided to have a ton of candles forming a path leading to me lying on a silver platter.

Savvy: (Grins) I see where this is going...

Erica: I was wearing heels, edible panties and had whipped cream over my breasts with cherries on top. It was hot - in more ways than one. As my man was, um, "indulging" me, we noticed it was getting really smoky. Apparently, one of the candles caught our carpet on fire. Let's just say I finally got the hardwood floors I wanted! (Laughs)

Savvy: Yeah, my girl flooded her bathroom floor so she could get a whirlpool tub put in. (Laughs) Women always say they want men to do elaborate romantic gestures like that, whereas guys are easy to please. Why do you go the extra step and get theatrical when you could probably just turn him on by slipping off your clothes and whispering "I'm horny"?

Erica: It turns me on doing it. I try to do things out of the ordinary every few months, but not so frequently that he is expecting it all the time. I like to keep him on his toes!

Savvy: Does Mr. Wonderful ever do anything romantic for you?

Erica: Yes! One of the most memorable nights was when a candle lit dinner was set up under the stars in the middle of a golf course. He made a tape. Yes, a cassette tape (Laughs) of my favorite songs. Toward the end of the night, the sprinklers came on and soaked us. (Laughs) It was so passionate.

Savvy: And when you're dressed, how do you define a good time?

Erica: Just hanging out and doing something simple like going to Dave & Busters so we can eat and play. I love eating Mexican food, which is great since there's a Mexican restaurant on every corner in Texas! (Laughs)

Savvy: How many guys did you sleep with before you settled down and got married?

Erica: Put it this way: I had one boyfriend throughout my high school years who is the same man I am with today.

Savvy: Wow. For real?

Erica: Yes, I found him young and never let go! (Laughs)

Savvy: Describe your Mr. Wonderful...

Erica: He is super sexy!! He has a fit body, especially his arms, that make me feel so protected. He is definitely a man's man who is classy and has a great sense of humor.

Savvy: And if you were single, what would make a guy Mr. Wrong?

Erica: Anger issues. Like when a guy gets pissed because another guy is looking at his girl. I also don't like it when guys are arrogant and guys who smoke and/or dip tobacco. Ewww

Savvy: Ah, jealousy. I bet it does get old for your husband when other guys drool over you.

Erica: He's actually really cool. Thank God! He knows he's got it like that. (Laughs)

Savvy: You mentioned you have a lot of male friends. I'm sure they all silently fantasize about being the one who gets you to stray, right?

Erica: I really don't put much thought into it. If my male friends want something more, they know where I stand.

Savvy: Yes, off the market... Well, since you aren't available, what advice would you give to guys about approaching a fine babe like yourself?

Erica: Aww thanks! I've been told I look unapproachable and can even come across as stuck up. I find that funny because I'm actually really nice and easy to talk to. My advice? Let's see... Never grab a girl or yell at her to get her attention. Just walk by and make eye contact. You can usually tell if you're able to approach by her reaction. Then just be you. Once you have her heart, definitely make the time and effort. Sexually, take your time to learn your girl's body. Pay attention to her reactions and build on that.

Savvy: You posed for your photo shoot with another woman, Claudia Gallegos. You two were roommates. Do you feel any spark of attraction around hot woman like her?

Erica: I don't have an actual attraction towards women, but I do think the female body is one of the sexiest things!

Savvy: Your pictures here certainly make a compelling argument for that. Thanks for your time. We hope you go far in modeling and live happily ever after with your Mr. Wonderful.

Erica: (Laughs) Thanks Savvy!

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On the Web:

http://www.erica-kelley.com

http://www.myspace.com/modelericakelley