I have been sewing since 17 and am now a full time seamstress. Fashion has been the center of my life for a decade and I wouldn’t change it.
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What makes your style stand out?
My style stands out because I see fashion as a playground of color and imagination. I fuse cosplay inspired details with everyday wearability to be unapologetically unique. At the same time, I love the flip side. Clean lines and polished, professional looks that prove style can be powerful in both it's loudest and simplest forms.
What’s your dream fashion moment?
My dream fashion moment would be when someone sees me on the street and they'd be inspired to be bolder with thier own style, maybe even get them to try something new. Changing their perspective that everyday moments can be a fashion moment.
What would you do with $20,000?
With $20K, I would create high-end sewing tutorials on everything from the basics to more advanced techniques in sewing so others can create their own fashion pieces. I'd also bring my designs to life on a bigger scale. I would create statement pieces, expand fashion projects, and maybe launch a collection of clean wearable lines. I'd also collaborate with other creators to uplift fresh voices in fashion.
