"We are in a really special time in history where there are enough South Asian Americans where we are starting to create a collective South Asian American aesthetic. At this moment, I'm still experimenting with what that means for my personal style, which errs on the side of masculine and punk. I have a few desi staples that I never take off: the mehndi-inspired tattoos all over my body (I drew them myself) and my family gold (my nath & jhumkas). These pieces make me feel deeply grounded. I've also always been drawn to the silhouette of lehengas and sari blouses. You will always find me in some combination of a small shirt and massive pants, not because it's trendy, but because it's an homage to my ancestors."
