“The Messenger” is an evening wear collection inspired by my great grandmother, Joyce. She was a woman of courage, strength and gentleness. Raised by immigrant parents from Senegal and Ireland. A biracial woman raised during the 1930s and 1940s. Moved across the country to Los Angeles after she got married and had kids. She instilled in me catholicism practices and the belief of angels since I was a young girl. Her and I share both being born on the 21st of March. She unfortunately passed away 4 years ago on the 21st of December but I still believe that her present is near me. Seeing the number 21 and heart shaped objects remind me that she's here and guiding and protecting me through life.

 

Inspired by a spiritual being serving as a divine messenger, the Angel of Aries, Machidel, who brings courage and renewal of your soul for those who fall under the sun sign Aries. This collection captures the power and influence of angels while illuminating the childlike, impulsive and dynamic cardinal fire sign. 

 

Featuring a delicately soft colour palette that symbolizes a gentler message of the dynamic color that represents Aries, while embracing the hues of fire flames. This soft color palette also symbolizes the beauty, harmony and calming energies of the Aries birthstones (Diamond and Aquamarine). With high necklines with soft long drapes is a nod to traditional catholic vestments. Reinvison for modernity, with sultry cuts and crystalline fabric manipulations and embroideries.