Working as CEO Cat Simms’ Social Media Content Coordinator, Creative Assistant, and Fashion Marketing Intern at SVVIAA Swim was my first big taste in fashion. SVVIAA is a female-owned small business, creating swimwear for everyone. We are guided by a community and philosophy, showcasing that empowered women, empower women. For this runway show, we brought together hundreds of Pittsburgh women — instilling confidence, showcasing women of all colors, shapes, and sizes, and breaking barriers in fashion. Online, I have been pivotal in curating SVVIAA’s online presence, from creating TikToks to curating the Instagram feed, with over 500k outreach.

It was a surreal experience seeing my ideas come to life on the runway. I personally brainstormed and styled twenty-eight models, spending months curating looks for every girl in their suit. I loved making looks feel editorial — playing with pearls, sheerness, various metals, and intense layering. I spoke in front of 500 + people, engaged with fashion and business moguls in the greater Pittsburgh area, and gathered invaluable insight about the industry.