fashion

Little Fashionista

This is my daughter`s lookbook. She is 9. The fact that she can do simple combinations amazes me. Yet, I am more than confident my daughter will steer clear from the meanies of the fashion world. The ones who think your opinion only matters if your weight is “perfect”, the ones that look down on […] Read more…

A Deeper Appreciation A Little Detour

It had long since come to my attention that people of accomplishment rarely sat back and let things happen to them. They went out and happened to things. — Leonardo da Vinci He wasn`t kidding. When the opportunity comes knocking, you should answer. Dior called me last week to be the illustrator for their Shoe […] Read more…

A Deeper Appreciation

August has been a rough month for me. Between Summer family activities, unplanned mishaps and even a flash from the past can derail you from whatever project you had on the burner. But what if in the middle of feeling overwhelmed, someone made you a kind and generous offer you can`t refuse? I have always […] Read more…

Inspiration Files Coco Chanel

I know everyone loves her. There are fashion gospels that follow her style doctrines. There are books that villainize her. But to me, Gabrielle is the woman who came from nothing, not much of an education by today`s standards and created an empire with nothing but her style. Knowledge doesn`t always mean intelligence or talent. […] Read more…

The time I was accepted at FITNYC

UPDATE: Due to some unfortunate family events, I have dropped out, not having even started the program. I am super sad. Family comes first and at least I am there to help. I don`t even know how to begin to explain this. I have wanted to attend FIT  for 3 years now. But for some […] Read more…

We Love Coco & Lolly

In 2008 I was approached by a rep of New York and Company. They saw my poodle and loved it so much, that the offer to buy it on the spot. I obliged. Subsequently, more artwork was purchased. Fast forward to 2010. I have heard the store is doing great but have never seen the […] Read more…

Inspiration Files-Fafi

Stylish graffiti and fashion illustrator Fafi has been using a city`s concrete jungle as her canvas since 1994. Her youthful yet raw characters have caused a stir all over the world.She has been creating stylish illustrations for companies like Adidas and MAC, to Vogue and Sony. http://www.fafi.net/ Read more…

Fashion Illustration Exposed Book

I recently had the privilege to read a fantastic book called Fashion Illustration Exposed by Julia Stanescu. This book is not so much an expose, as it is a step by step guide to illustration couture. Julia highlights the career of several fashion designers and illustrators and their techniques. When reading this book, you may […] Read more…

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