You know, it’s pretty wild how things turn out sometimes. I was just browsing the net the other day, looking for some new fashion inspiration, and I stumbled upon this name—Sheena Sood. It sounded kinda familiar, like I might’ve heard it in passing somewhere. Turns out, she’s this cool designer who makes these bright, colorful clothes under the label abacaxi. I was like, “Alright, let’s see what this is all about.”
So, I started digging around. Turns out, Sheena’s got this awesome background—she’s a South Asian-American with roots in India, and she’s all about blending her heritage with sustainable fashion. She grew up in Minneapolis, which is a far cry from the tropical vibes she’s putting out now. But that’s what makes it interesting, right?
I found out she named her brand “abacaxi” which apparently is Portuguese for “pineapple.” It just makes me think of sunny beaches and good times. And the more I read, the more I realized that’s exactly the feeling she’s going for. She’s inspired by her travels, by fruits, and just by this whole idea of celebrating diversity. Which, you know, is something we can all get behind.
Sheena is making her clothes right in New York City. That’s where she manufactures everything, but her ideas, they’re coming from all over the world. She even gets her fabrics and inspiration from different places, making each piece feel kinda special, you know?
I also read that during the peak of the pandemic, she started making masks. I guess a lot of designers did that. And it gave her some momentum. It kept her going, and eventually, she even showcased her work at New York Fashion Week. How cool is that?
- She started making masks.
- She kept going.
- She showcased at New York Fashion Week.
It’s like, one minute you’re just trying to get by, making masks to help out, and the next you’re on the runway. Life’s weird like that, isn’t it? I remember seeing this one interview where she talked about how she found her friends and her community during that tough time. That’s pretty heartwarming, right? Finding your people when everything’s falling apart.
It’s just inspiring to see someone take their heritage, their creativity, and their passion for sustainability and turn it into something real. It makes you think about what you can do with your own passions, you know? And hey, who doesn’t love a good story about someone following their dreams and making it big?
What I Realized
So yeah, that’s the story of how I found out about Sheena Sood and her brand abacaxi. It’s funny how a simple search can lead you down a rabbit hole of discovery. One minute I’m just looking for some new styles, and the next I’m learning about this incredible designer’s journey. It’s a good reminder to stay curious and keep exploring. You never know what you might find.
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