I've always dreamed of making my clothes since college, but at the time, I was focused on studying Visual Communications. Years later, I finally decided to teach myself how to sew on a machine, and just three days before Doechii’s NYC concert, I made my first piece. That night, I got to see one of my favorite artists perform, and Doechii crowned me the best-dressed “gator” in the venue. That experience motivated me to keep going on this new creative journey, unlocking a newfound love for fashion upcycling. It also pushed me to take a deeper look into the harmful environmental and ethical effects of the fast-fashion industry. In 2025, I decided to challenge myself to go an entire year without purchasing any new clothes. Instead, I’m upcycling pieces from my closet or transforming clothing from friends and family into something fresh and unique.

Welcome to my No Buy 2025 series!