Style is the story we tell without words -- elegance, edge and identity meeting in perfect alignment.
What makes your style stand out?
My style isn’t about trends—it’s rooted in presence, confidence, and cinematic feel. I’m drawn to tailored pieces with clean lines, dresses that fit in all the right places, and resort wear that moves with ease yet commands attention. What makes my style stand out is its balance: strength with sensuality, polish with freedom, timeless icons meeting modern expression. It whispers before I speak and lingers long after I’ve left the room.
What’s your dream fashion moment?
An intimate rooftop dinner party in Lake Como. The table is set like a work of art—every detail intentional—yet it’s the brilliance of the fashion minds gathered that steals the scene. I arrive in harmony with the night, my style soft but striking, cream and gold catching the last light. Glasses clink, music hums, and conversation flows like wine. I’m not just a witness—I’m connecting, exchanging stories, stepping into the minds of legends as the night turns timeless.
What would you do with $20,000?
With $20K, I’d amplify Persona—my business blending coaching, communication strategy, and styling—through editorial content, PR, and curated launch events that showcase style as strategy. I’d also expand into a new arm of Persona, bringing fashion’s transformative power to people with disabilities through coaching and styling. By partnering with organizations and spotlighting stories of empowerment, I’d prove that fashion isn’t a luxury—it’s potential, confidence, and connection for everyone.
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