Jeffrey Sun has a story that's as intriguing as it is inspiring. Born in China and raised in Texas, Jeffrey grew up blending two cultures, which shaped him into the creative force he is today. Starting off with painting and dance, he eventually found his passion in photography. However, Jeffrey is not just capturing images; he's also a data analyst with a stint at IBM under his belt.

Meet Parin Rekhraj, the 25 yr old designer/creator of Werldpiece specializing in the fiber arts. Using yarns sourced from local businesses, secondhand, as well as from her grandmother's collection, Rekhraj has created a multitude of pieces meant to showcase the wearer's confidence. Scrolling through the brand's Instagram feed, the designs can only be described as whimsical sirens.

In an era where social media has rendered the term "viral" overused, there's a distinct rarity in a small-batch designer gaining notoriety from just a pair of jorts, jeans, and a jacket. The intrigue surrounding the designer known simply as Books becomes more evident as one steps into the meticulously organized world of Atelier Détails.

Meet Hinako "Nina" Ishii, known to her supporters as Nina New York, a 25-year-old multipotentialite who treats the entire city of New York as a living sketchbook. Born and raised in Tokyo, she is maneuvering the international fashion world as an entrepreneur and student, and we couldn't help but notice. Read along as she tells her story--her entrepreneurial spirit just might cut you to ribbons.

Daisy Wang and DÀWÁNG are not just revolutionizing fashion; they are redefining cultural representation. With her unwavering commitment to celebrating and promoting modern Chinese aesthetics, Daisy is poised to leave an indelible mark on the fashion world and beyond.

Miriam A. Hyman, known as Robyn Hood off-screen, is an award-winning actor and lyricist making her mark in Hollywood. Hailing from Philadelphia, she honed her craft at the prestigious Yale School of Drama before landing breakout roles.

A wave of emotions overcame designer Alexander King Chen last week as he debuted his latest collection “Where Am I?” at Asian New York Fashion Week. With roots from Taiwan, LA, and Paris, this current NYC resident has spent his recent years dedicated to humanitarian efforts after going through a journey of self-awareness and discovery.

In an industry where first impressions function similarly to fleeting swipes on a dating app, LA-based model Alissa Iris is strikingly self-assured yet laid-back. She exudes refreshing authenticity in a city notorious for surface-level connections. From being one of the few Khmer-American models in the industry to being signed right during the thick of 2020, there is a lot to learn from Alissa.

Chaa (tea) is a significant part of South Asian culture. For Promiti, it stirs memories of the time she spent each summer afternoon dunking toast biscuits in her chaa with her grandmother in Bangladesh. Today, you can go into any cafe and order a chai latte.

This is the ultimate example of eastern flavor adapting to the western world, and is how she plans to influence western design with the rich and complex fashion techniques of the East.

You might have passed Tyler Chung on the streets or seen him in a New Balance ad or two, maybe not. But one thing for sure is the definite impression he left, confident, definitely handsome, and surprisingly amiable.

Showing in NYFW in only her first year at Parsons School of Design, this Beijing born designer should be on your radar. KAKA The Label was featured in Vogue Mexico and Harper's Bazaar in its first year of Inception after debuting in Vancouver Fashion week 2 months after its launch.

Jones' inspiration for the name of his brand comes from his favorite book, “Where the Wild Things are." His collection echoes the fearlessness and bravery we felt as a child, a time and place where we were most loved.

This 18 year old New York native was raised in Shanghai but returned only 3 months ago with a bus pass and 2 suitcases in hand to pursue his dreams. A self described risk taker, Justin's go getter attitude attracted a community of artists and a manager not even two weeks into his residency in New York.

Launched on January 12, 2023, The Fam Foundation Inc. is a local nonprofit in Lexington, KY created by Alex Hernandez aimed to offer a safe space for up and coming dancers to push themselves in various genres with a professional mindset.