It all started in sixth grade when I found out I had scoliosis and unfortunately it was not a mild case.My spine was curving as I grew and in order to halt its progress I was required to wear a hard plastic back brace twenty hours a day until puberty was over. As a young vulnerable teenager, I was ashamed and chose to keep my brace a secret. This meant wearing baggy t-shirts everyday as my disguise. During this period, I started dreaming about all the cute tops I wanted to wear but could not. I felt so confined and restricted in terms of my movement of course and my style.
I'm beyond grateful for the support and love throughout this journey. Building this brand from the ground up has been an incredible experience, and I hope it serves as inspiration for other women to chase their passions fearlessly. While this chapter is coming to a close, the lessons, connections, and memories will last forever. Thank you for being part of this adventure!
This journey has led me to my next endeavor— Stay Awhile, a lifestyle brand. I can't wait to share what's next and continue building something meaningful with all of you.
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Life is now - spend it and stay awhile.
