Steph Guez

A collection of fashion illustrations showcasing outfits that I find cute and fabulous.

Tampax Celebrates Hispanic/ Latinx Heritage Month

“Strong women in my life, the energy found only in the Bronx, and Dominican culture, all serve as inspirations for my illustrations. This Hispanic Latinx Heritage Month I remember moments in my life where family traditions were passed down.

I was 11 years old when I was invited by my elders to join in on a game of dominoes. Back then I thought it wasn’t common for women to play the game. I grew up seeing dominoes played on street corners and the participants were usually retirees and cab drivers on their lunch breaks. The fact that I was sitting at the table and the elders were open to teaching me how to play meant the world to me. The face on these abuelos when they saw this young girl determined to beat them was priceless!

This moment served as inspiration for the illustration. I wanted to portray a strong woman practicing the traditions that were passed down to her and successfully winning the game.”

Inspired by a New York Times article Why I Can't Quit You, Hoops. 

"Gold hoops — thick, wide, bamboo-style, small or thin — were an extension of our sass, our style and us."- Sandra E. Garcia

I started seriously keeping a journal this past Spring. Journaling helped me work out issues and get back on track when I was overwhelmed with deadlines and life.

A lot of people journal differently and there’s no set way of doing it. Sometimes I write in my journal in a “diary” style and other times I make lists and set goals.

You can take the girl out of the Bronx but she’s keeping her hoops!

Same Same Different Podcast

How do you decide when it’s the right time to say something or stay silent?

Reading the room can be a constant and daunting task for people who find themselves dealing with “otherness.”

Someone says something you find offensive either directly to you — or maybe to someone else around you. Do you speak up or let it go?

Listen to the podcast here!