Photographer, Creative Direction Raphaële Sohier
STYLING Coco Emery

 

 

In the sphere of fashion and art, Suki stands for creativity, weaving her rich cultural background and personal experiences into a blur of innovation. From her early forays into 3D animation and graphic design to her ventures in fashion and acrylic nail artistry, Suki's journey exemplifies the power of determination and self-expression. 

Suki's fashion line emerged from a place of necessity and ingenuity. Growing up in modest circumstances, she found herself drawn to fashion as a means of self-expression. Faced with the challenge of finding clothes that fit her unique body type, Suki took matters into her own hands, teaching herself to sew and tailor garments to suit her curves. Her fashion journey was not just about aesthetics but also about embracing her identity and challenging conventional beauty standards.

 

 

 

 

"I wanted to look a certain way and show myself to the world in a certain way," Suki reflects. "Those things helped me, so I cultivated a mini line of many things that I had going on." 

Suki's fashion line is a homage to her resilience and her mind full of ideas, offering a blend of influences from her diverse cultural backgrounds. Her signature style strikes a perfect balance between feminine and tomboy aesthetics, appealing to a wide audience. 

In addition to her ventures in fashion, Suki found success in the world of acrylic nail design. Inspired by her passion for self-expression and the lack of representation in traditional nail salons, she went on a journey to create her own unique nail designs. 

"I would sneak to the nail salon and ask, 'Can you make my nails look real?'" Suki recalls. "And shortly after, my nail technician encouraged me to pursue nail artistry myself."

 

 

 

 

 

 

Suki's nail art is a blend of experimentation and innovation, pushing the boundaries of traditional nail design. Drawing inspiration from Japanese nail art trends and her own imagination, she crafts intricate designs that challenge perceptions and celebrate individuality. 

"I just wanted to show that even if people hated the nails that I was putting out, as long as people saw them, I knew it was going to be something," Suki reflects. 

Suki's creative process is as diverse as her imagination, fueled by curiosity and a desire to push different narratives. Whether designing fashion pieces or crafting nail art, Suki draws inspiration from a variety of sources, including her cultural heritage, childhood memories, and pop culture influences. 

"For me, it just starts as an experiment to see how far I can go and what I can make these things look like," Suki explains. "I make a couple of similar things with different mediums and choose from there."

 

 

While Suki has yet to collaborate with established designers, she remains open to future partnerships that align with her creative vision. Her commitment to sustainability is evident in her practice of repurposing materials and minimizing waste. 

"I try to keep a positive light on things," Suki remarks. "You never know what you can make from something that you might be throwing away." 

As she continues to carve her way in the world of fashion, Suki's message to aspiring artists is one of unwavering authenticity. 

"Don't compare yourself to anybody," Suki advises. "As long as you're being yourself and you're not taking ideas from anybody, that's going to make you go so much further in your life and in whatever creative endeavor you're trying to do."

 

 

 

 

 

 

As she looks ahead, Suki's aspirations include delving deeper into her artistic roots, publishing books, and pursuing collaborations with high fashion brands. Her ultimate goal is to inspire others to embrace their creativity and forge their own paths in life. 

"I want to be remembered as someone who motivated others to be experimental and to dive deep into their curiosity and imagination," Suki reflects. "If I can make people feel better, then that's fun for me." 

In a world that often values conformity over individuality, Suki is the epitome of self-expression. Through her bold creativity and authenticity, she continues to inspire others to embrace their unique voices and pursue their passions with courage and conviction.

 

 

 


FEATURING Sukii Baby

Photographer, Creative Direction, Producer Raphaële Sohier

STYLING Coco Emery
MAKEUP Kenna Reef
Nail Artist Rose Falby

Photo Assist Oceane Auclair
Sukii's Management Denita Turner
Interviewer Maja Bebber
DESIGNERS heuruehkwkbykaykwokdeziinsidecoopersdenentire_studios, aslan.world_,
tabithaandelin, loulouttew, andreemeryofficial, pavethewayjewelry, frouyork

Car Owner Leex Dewart
Car Handler Rayoni Mattos