Coming from a background in finance, what sparked your interest in fashion and was there a person or particular experience that shaped your career in a meaningful way?

I always had a love for fashion and the creative process and have been fortunate to have several people along the way who have given me amazing advice and opportunities. Initially, I had wanted to be a stylist, and thanks to a good friend, Alexia Somerville, who was a well-established stylist in the industry, that’s how I got started. I had no clue what I was doing or how to get started. She gave me advice about the industry, emphasizing that training your eye is the most important thing. She introduced me to various stylists, models, make-up artists, and photographers. This gave me my foundation and a great start.

Do you believe that the industry has evolved?

I think there have been some changes made over the years but there is a long way to go, especially when it comes to inclusivity.

Speaking on the topic of inclusivity and having a unique point-of-view behind a camera, do you think the industry has evolved when it comes to diversity?

I think within the industry there can be a fear of change or admission that they have got it wrong. Also, a fear of opportunities being taken away from those who have benefited for so long. I believe there is space in the industry to represent across the board in every aspect. What we have seen too often is the performative inclusion where it is only a select few that repeatedly get used for roles or where, on the surface, there seems to be inclusivity but behind the scenes things stay the same. If there is one group making the decisions and guiding the narrative of the fashion industry, things will never change.