"Every star was once darkness before it chose to shine"
My name is behind StarSpring Apparel, and I'm just a 16-year-old kid from Los Angeles with a dream bigger than the city skyline. Growing up in LA, I've seen how fashion can be a form of expression, a way to tell your story without saying a word.
Every design comes from the heart, representing the dreams and struggles of young creators.
To show other young Black entrepreneurs that we can create, build, and make our mark.
Fashion as a tool for self-expression and breaking barriers in the industry.
$tarSpring isn't just a clothing brand – it's a movement. It represents every young person who's ever felt like they were reaching for something beyond their current circumstances. The name comes from the idea that we're all made of stardust, and like a spring, we have the potential to bounce back from anything and reach new heights.
The grunge aesthetic mixed with Y2K vibes represents the duality of our generation – we're nostalgic for times we never lived through, but we're also creating something entirely new. We're taking the rebellion of grunge and the optimism of Y2K and making it our own.
As a young Black entrepreneur, I want to show other kids that look like me that we can create, we can build, and we can make our mark on the world. Representation matters, and I'm here to be that example.
Every piece is designed with the grunge Y2K aesthetic that speaks to our generation – raw, real, and unapologetically bold. No fake personas, just authentic expression.
Every hoodie, every tee, every piece of StarSpring apparel is made for the dreamers, the hustlers, the kids who stay up late working on their craft. It's for anyone who's ever felt like an outsider but refused to dim their light.
To build a brand that represents hope, hustle, and the belief that no dream is too big.
From the streets of LA to wherever your dreams take you – $tarSpring is here to remind you that you're made of stars, and stars are meant to shine.
"This is just the beginning."
Join me on this journey. Wear your dreams. Shine your light. Let's make StarSpring a name that represents what's possible when you refuse to give up on yourself.