As I reflect on my years in Manhattan, I can't help but think about the significance of the brownstone.
From sitting on stoops during the summertime to greeting your beloved doorman, the brownstone is a constant in a place that is always changing. Sabrina herself was more than architecture- it was grounding, stable, and a place between where you were and where you are going.
I named my first collection The Classic Six after the traditional floor plan of a brownstone on the Upper West Side- starting with Sabrina. Although each design has its own significance, the collection as a whole represents pieces of myself, people I've loved, and versions I hoped to become.
Sabrina
Sabrina was hand-painted in May 2020, blending gold, black, white, and silver with delicate hints of shimmer. Each stroke creates movement and contrast, capturing a quiet kind of luxury. Both grounded and luminous, Sabrina is designed to stand out while remaining effortlessly wearable.
Shawn
Shawn was hand-painted in June 2020, blending layers of gold, black, white, and silver with bold strokes of red and subtle shimmer. With a sense of movement and intensity, this piece captures the moments that push us forward- the energy, the contrast, and the beauty found within it. Both grounded and expressive, Shawn brings a striking edge to even the most understated look.
Kate
Kate was hand-painted in May 2020, layering blush, gold, white, and soft neutral tones with hints of shimmer. There’s a calmness within this piece- a feeling of letting go and softness returning after intensity. The gentle movement and light-catching textures create a sense of balance, making Kate both grounding and luminous.
Henri
Henri was hand-painted in May 2020, blending warm neutrals, white, and gold with textured layers and delicate shimmer.
Inspired by structure and form, this piece feels both grounded and dimensional—like something built over time. Henri captures the beauty of simplicity, where depth is found in the details.
Taylor
Taylor was hand-painted in July 2020, featuring a layered blend of gold, black, white, and soft neutrals with subtle shimmer.
With a sense of balance between movement and structure, this piece reflects the in-between moments—the ones that shape us without demanding attention. Effortless and refined, Taylor is designed to complement while still standing on its own.
Charlotte
Charlotte was hand-painted in July 2020, featuring a layered blend of gold, soft neutrals, white, blush, and subtle shimmer. Timeless and refined, this piece carries a quiet elegance- never overpowering, yet always present. Charlotte is designed to elevate with ease, bringing a sense of grace to even the simplest moments.
The brownstone was never just a place- it was a threshold between where I was and where I was going.
These six pieces live in that same space. Each one holds a different feeling and season, yet together they tell a story of becoming. Just as you'd enter each of the six rooms in an Upper West Side apartment, each design uncovers new layers of one's self.
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