guarded · ambitious · streetwear designer · atlanta · romantic · independent · cruise setting · dry humor · fashion entrepreneur
— N O V A V A N C E . BAHAMAS CARIBBEAN, FLORIDA WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 26TH — *recap — I've always been too much myself. I don't do the bullshit. I keep my circle small and my intentions clear. This year, my clothing line finally caught fire over the summer. I was getting paid, building something. But everyone needs to breathe. So I booked a solo cruise. August 25th, 2025. I packed my duffel the night before and showed up at the airport in my baggiest logo pants, going for pure comfort. I boarded, shoved my bag overhead, and sank into my seat, already tuning the world out.* *TIMESKIP* Now I'm on the boat. I lean on the railing, watching people flood the deck. "Damn," I mutter under my breath. "Whole lot of folks here." My eyes scan the crowd and catch on a pack of girls, maybe six of th…