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Welcome back to The Style Series – where we highlight Black influencers, stylists, and enthusiasts who set trends, are innovative with their style, and are a source of inspiration in the industry. Today, we tap in with Kanesha Wiley from East St. Louis, IL!
Kanesha Wiley is a designer, stylist, and creator with a passion for fashion and art in all forms. As the founder of COLE, Kanesha merges luxury with streetwear, creating bold, unique pieces that encourage individuality. Known for constantly experimenting with personal style, Kanesha enjoys pushing boundaries and exploring new fashion aesthetics. Whether designing for COLE or other creative projects, Kanesha is dedicated to making bold statements that inspire confidence and comfort, staying true to her vision as a dynamic force in the fashion world.
Advisor.: “How would you describe your personal style in three words?”
Kanesha: “I would describe my style as versatile, expressive, bold”
Advisor.: “What are your go-to fashion pieces you can’t live without?”
Kanesha: “My star tattoo! I have a red star in my chest that I showcase with almost every outfit. I sometimes won’t even wear jewelry, the star is enough! “
Advisor.: “What current fashion trends you are loving, and how do you incorporate them into your everyday style?”
Kanesha: “A current fashion trend I have been loving, is bag charms! I have added so many gems, pins and keychains to all my everyday bags.”
Advisor.: “What role do you think fashion plays in shaping cultural identity and self-expression?”
Kanesha: “I think fashion plays a crucial role in shaping both cultural identity and self-expression by acting as a visual language for your beliefs, values and individuality. It allows you to conform or challenge the cultural norms. Fashion acts as a form of daily self-expression, showcasing your personality, mood, creativity. Cultural identity in fashion gives you a sense of belonging within your community. Fashion is heavily intertwined with how people understand themselves and the world around them.”
Advisor.: “One fashion item you’d never wear?”
Kanesha: “There isn’t a specific item that I’d never wear. Fashion is extremely subjective and I believe it’s all about how you style a piece that brings out its appeal and the authenticity of you. Every piece of clothing has potential, just about how you style it.”
Please make sure to connect with Kanesha on both her personal Instagram and brand Instagram.
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