In the beginning, it was a sense, a feeling, a detail—a story of growing up as an outsider, against the odds. It's a narrative familiar to thousands around the world, those lucky enough to find purpose, true passion, and a love for the creatives, the designers, the artists who shaped their worlds and inspired them to become who they are today.
For me, it all started with a journey—one that began in childhood and unfolded through travels that opened my eyes to new cultures and different ways of life. It was during these explorations that I became hooked on fashion, particularly the vibrant street culture of the early 1980s, where brands like Stussy and Adidas stood at the forefront.
And so, my immersion in the fashion world began. Influences in design came not only from fashion itself but also from other subcultures such as music, architecture, the punk era, and the rise of hip hop. But before all this, there was boxing.