I am disabled and style allows me to transcend my circumstances. I love mixing vintage & contemporary fashion for a bold, maximalist flair.
What makes your style stand out?
I am a fashion "time traveler", combining vintage and contemporary pieces to create one-of-a-kind looks that transcend any era. I use a mobility aid and have medical ports in and on my body at all times, but I don't let it stop me or change the way I dress. Personal style should be personal, and I stand out because my style is unapologetically me!
What’s your dream fashion moment?
I want to see disabled bodies like mine in high fashion! Not for shock value, but because we belong there. My dream is to style and model a high fashion editorial and do runway for a couture house, and eventually to design my own line.
What would you do with $20,000?
I am unable to work consistently due to my disabilities and I have extremely high medical expenses so $20,000 would make a huge difference to my and my partner's quality of life. With medical bills taken care of, $20,000 would allow me to actually execute on my creative vision, develop a business in fashion, and create more art that can change the world.
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