I learned that my mom was the same way. She would study when everyone was sleeping. I did the best stuff late nights through early mornings since I was in high school. Probably a bad habit? But it works for me! There’s something about being a late-night owl that just fits the way my brain works. When the world quiets down, everything else seems to get louder—in a good way. Ideas show up without forcing them. Thoughts feel less crowded. It’s like creativity finally has room to

I really loved drawing, like most kids do but my first memories and awareness of being really attracted to "design" really stemmed from clothing brands. I realize now how fortunate I was as a child to be given the clothes I had and on top of It be able to choose styles I liked. My mom was very much Into fashion as well and exposed me to my first brands. Growing up in the 80s, I had clothes and gear from Esprit, Guess, Benetton, Swatch etc... I actually had this same bag in e