The Designer

I was born and raised on the west coast of British Columbia — from Vancouver to Pender Island and now Victoria — surrounded by the beauty of the coast and mountains. During my teenage years, I also visited Chicago, Illinois a lot. Growing up in diverse environments nurtured my love for nature, creativity, and self-expression.

As a person of colour with Scottish, British, and African-American roots, connecting with my heritage — especially my African ancestry — has been a meaningful part of my journey. Learning about the culture, history, and traditions has shaped who I am and broadened my perspective.

From a young age, I loved sewing, sketching outfits, and creating. That passion naturally grew into entrepreneurship — from lemonade stands to handmade crafts at local markets. After high school, I enrolled in a sewing course at Pacific Design Academy, which led me to complete their full-time Fashion Design program.

After graduating in 2022, I worked at Leka Design, where I gained hands-on experience in the fashion industry. I then decided to start my own fashion brand and begin turning my dreams of creativity, fashion, and business into reality. In spring 2023, I launched Ette — a brand where I blend tradition with modern design to honour my roots and bring my ideas to life.