Meet the Designer
Valencia started SWANKEMON while she was a senior in high school studying theater arts. Her passion for storytelling, character development, and visual design led her to realize the concepts she was learning were an instinctive parallel to her own personal style. As she made the transition into fashion design for her college years, she explored how clothing can express character and emotion, much like a stage performance. Valencia created a world where individuals can shine through design just like a star on a stage.
My Artist Statement
For me, fashion is a performance. A way to express ones identity and attitude. I aim to create pieces that not only look incredible but also evoke confidence and charisma. When someone puts on one of my designs, I want them to feel powerful and get inspired by their own form of individuality. Why care what anyone thinks? You're a rockstar after all.