What makes me passionate about style is freedom to be who I am and what I want to be. Style and fashion is a transformative medium.
What makes your style stand out?
I’m always looking for an element that doesn’t quite fit. Growing up first generation Canadian, Afro-Latina and Queer - I’ve always felt the weight of living in the intersections of identity. When I was a kid I always tried to blend in an go unnoticed but as I’ve grown I’ve found what makes me different is my super power. I love to juxtapose elements that you wouldn’t traditionally pair because they resonate with who I’ve learned and accepted myself to be. I love elegant pieces.
What’s your dream fashion moment?
My dream fashion moment is having a two-page spread in Flaunt Magazine and attending Versace's 2026 fashion show in Milan! Being recognized as Style Icon 2025 would be unreal and an honour that would make my inner child beam with joy.
What would you do with $20,000?
I will donate to Women's Health Collective Canada, the Black Legal Action Centre, the Centre for Spanish Speaking People, PFlag, CAMH and my local library. These charities represent aspects of myself and my family that I love and deserve more love and support. I will go on a trip with my family so I can meet my extended family in Latin America for the first time! I will invest in my future through education and classes for singing and acting as I am passionate about the arts!
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