About a decade ago, I left California Lutheran University with a degree in one hand and a dream in the other—not knowing how or when I’d ever return to my beloved alma mater. Early this spring, I had the incredible honor and privilege of returning to California Lutheran University to receive the 2025 Outstanding Alumni […]
When Culture Meets Styling
A Story Woven Through the Desert Some moments speak louder without words. This editorial, deep in the heart of the desert, was one of those moments. It wasn’t just about styling, it was about honoring the path that brought each piece into my hands. Each item I’m wearing holds a story, a soul, a sacred […]
An Invitation to Grenada
Grenada is more than a destination, it’s the soil that partially raised me. There’s a grounding here that runs deep. This island holds something sacred, something still pure. Especially in La Sagesse, a lush, untouched part of Grenada immersed in wild, unspoiled nature, where the lagoon flows into the ocean, and birds, and palm trees […]
A Return to Bali
There’s a softness in Bali that speaks without words, a quiet rhythm that heals, restores, and reminds you of who you are. This piece is a reflection on returning to the island not just for work, but for the soul,to find stillness, clarity, and a calm I’ll carry with me long after the journey ends.
Lessons from Nature
In a world that moves fast, nature reminds us to slow down. It shows us the beauty of being rooted, of standing still through life’s seasons and trusting the quiet work happening beneath the surface. In this reflection, I share how nature has become my guide, teaching me to live with intention, purpose, and grace, blooming only when the time is right.
Mon Cher Paris: My Love Letter to You
Paris, you are a masterpiece of elegance and joy. Your streets, your flavors, your people—you are a city alive with beauty and soul. I fell in love with your rhythm, your energy, and your story.