Style to me is like a window into the essence of a person. It can be used in the absence of language. I love being able to give off a vibe.
What makes your style stand out?
My style is consistent, bold, and built around statement pieces. I’m fascinated with subculture, and will often dress based around a concept instead of identity. Like, I love a lot of punk fashion, but I also love it when things are retro, body-con, or even frilly….instead of separating these aesthetics I like to play with them/combine them. Especially because I’ve been a big thrifter for a decade. I feel like I can figure out how to wear most things.
What’s your dream fashion moment?
I am a multi media artist, film maker, and I make music- but I almost went to school for fashion. I love styling others, I’ve been styling my mom since I was old enough to perceive color and shape. It would be a dream to be able to collaborate with a major fashion house or brand to style someone like Rico Nasty, Chappell Roan, Lexa Gates, or Doechii for a magazine cover. Someone iconic who’s not afraid to take risks.
What would you do with $20,000?
I’m 27 but I’m actually still in school getting my bachelors because this past decade has been pretty rough for me. I would use the $20K to continue to invest in my own education, my art, my music, and also to be able to stock up on fast acting insulin that is no longer available to me because of changes to my insurance under the Trump Administration. I have type 1 diabetes, and managing it can be overwhelming. The money would be immensely helpful.
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