FASHION

My career as a fashion designer started at FIDM. Upon graduation I went to work for a family run business. It was ran by a married couple she was Mexican American and he was French Canadian. I worked out of there garage for $6 an hour as a pattern maker. From there I went for an interview at Ipanema Swimwear. I came into the office and the Brazilian owner asked to put on a bikini. I quickly realized she didn't know who I was. I got the job without having a fitting and the rest is history.

Ring Bag

This was a best seller! Inspired by the Chloe Faye handbag. Rings became one of my favorite trends of 2016.

Reef board short worn by Ben Bourgeois

This Reef board short was inspired by a famous picture of Greg Noll, Da Bull before paddling out on a massive 35-footer at Makaha in 1969.

Ipanema Swimwear

Ipanema High Rise Bikini

REEF

I was lucky enough to design this board short collection. Designing the prints, graphics and choosing material was so artistically satisfying. Working with the group of nutty surfers, from Brad Gerlach to Bobby Martinez was one of my career highlights.