Do you have an early memory of what inspired your love for fashion?

“Yes, I was inspired by my grandmother and mother. My grandmother lived in New York and always made her own clothes. I recall times when she used to talk about the compliments she regularly received when they saw her and her style. My mother, like my grandmother, would not only make her own stylish clothes, but she made all of ours as well. I always felt like every day was ‘dress up’.”

Who are your style icons?

“My style icons are Rihanna, Zendaya, Heidi Klum, Victoria Beckham, and Sophia Vergara.”

If you could hop on a plane tomorrow, where would you go?

“I love to travel but my favorite destination is France. I am a francophile, meaning I love all things french - fashion, food, art, history, and architecture.”