Imagine being a little fashion fanatic as a kid, completely obsessed with all things fabulous and stylish. Well, guess what? That’s the story of my life! As a late teen, I took a giant leap of faith and dove headfirst into my fashion obsession. But let’s start from the beginning, shall we?
Fashion has always run through my veins, and I can thank my family for that. My grandma, bless her stylish soul, had a dozen kids and sewed clothes for every single one. My mom inherited her trusty sewing machine, a vintage relic of over 35 years, when she passed away. Following my grandma’s fashionable footsteps, my mom began creating custom clothes for my sister and me. As a curious kid, I couldn’t resist the allure of that sewing machine. I’d play around with it, stitching leftover fabrics together to create something new and exciting for myself. More often than not, my little experiments ended with me snapping needles and getting into heaps of trouble.
As I sailed through my teenage years, fashion became my armor against the bullies and hardships of adolescence. Red carpets, runway shows, glamorous outfits, and killer shoes—these became my closest companions, my secret solace in a sometimes not-so-pretty world. I was infatuated with all things fashion and beauty, devouring every magazine and show that came my way. And let me tell you, they were the best friends a fashion-obsessed dreamer like me could have!
In 2017, I made a life-altering decision: I packed my bags and headed to the land of endless possibilities—America. You see, in every movie or TV show, I watched (think “The Devil Wears Prada,” “Sex and the City,” “Gossip Girl,” and “America’s Next Top Model”), the United States was portrayed as the ultimate fashion haven. So, naturally, I had to experience it for myself!
Although fashion wasn’t the sole reason for my move to the Windy City, it definitely played a significant role in my decision. Since 2017, I’ve taken a few fashion classes at the prestigious SAIC (School of the Art Institute of Chicago). Then, in 2019, the stars aligned, and I got the incredible opportunity to strut my stuff on the runway for the first time during a dazzling fashion show. And that wasn’t all—I also worked as a model for numerous photoshoots. Life was starting to feel like my very own fashion fairytale!
Just before the pandemic turned everything upside down, I delved into the world of fashion influencing and content creation. I built a fashion community on Instagram, connecting with like-minded individuals who shared my love for everything stylish. And while my current role may not be an exact replica of my childhood dreams, it’s still pretty impressive. I mean, come on, I get to work with fashion every day! It’s like my inner child’s wildest fantasies come true.
So, welcome to my wild and wonderful life! My name is Stherfane Damasio Sexton. I’m a model, fashionista, beauty blogger, and lifestyle content creator proudly based in the vibrant city of Chicago. It’s a crazy ride, but trust me, it’s fashionable!
Stherfane Sexton 