Why would you say you are intrigued by fashion?
I am intrigued by fashion because it allows me to put my creative visions to use. In doing so I am able to express myself and have a finished product to embody that creative vision. I have always used fashion to express myself, ever since my mom taught me to sew while I was in middle school. Then in high school I started taking classes (fashion, advanced fashion, costume making, design at Parsons the New School). There’s so many possibilities within fashion that I can never be disappointed. I also started learning about business because of fashion. When I started sewing I had a supply of “products” that I had nothing to do with. So I started selling things that I made. From bows, to headbands, pillows, tote bags, fabric photo frames etc. I had an online store as well and i made all my products myself.
What are some current projects you're working on?
Right now I am working on sewing a gown that I will wear at a christmas gala. I’m also finishing up an internship I did with nickelodeon for international brand management
What are your short term or long term goals with your creativity?
Short term i want to start sewing again and more frequently. Ever since I started college I’ve been so busy and focused on my other passions that i never have time to sit down on a piece. Long term I want to keep doing internships that help be grow so that when I graduate I can use my creative talents in the media or fashion industry, most likely in brand management and/or marketing.
What are some of your favorite brands and why?
One of my favorite brands is Topshop because they have pieces that are unique and cannot be found many places. If I see a trend starting I usually see it first at Topshop. Then other stores like Zara and H&M copy the styles that i've seen at Topshop. Zara is also a favorite because they have similar styles to Topshop but for a cheaper price. For online shopping I use Asos because they also have styles and pieces that I haven't seen at many stores. Otherwise i thrift a lot.
If you had one thing you can tell your audience, what would it be?
Be true to yourself and the rest will come. You can't use fashion to express yourself if you are not truly being yourself. Don't be too concerned with being different because then you won't be authentic...
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