People watching at Maria Hernandez park is a favorite Sunday activity of mine.

Moving every year in Brooklyn has been a part of my life for the past five years. Hopefully this is the last time.

My roommate and soul sister, thank you for inspiring me constantly.

Walking to work, drinking my coffee all the way down Tompkins Ave is a cherished ritual.

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Rescued a dog this year and she is the light of my life.

Going to the produce market and finding my favorite colors.

Chantal

I’m 22 years old and I’ve lived in Brooklyn for five years.

What is the strongest part of your identity? Why?

My environment.

The environment I create for myself is the strongest part of my identity. Where I chose to place myself. From the objects I keep in my home to the people around me! They are an outward representation of me and if I ever feel lost, I just look around and have all the answers. My family reminds me of what I’ve done and who I’ve been, and my friends reflect my constant evolution.

How would you describe yourself to a complete stranger?

Observant and warm

Self-motivating

Homebody

I like to make things.

Dog Mom

What’s the best thing in your life right now?

The best thing in my life right now is all of the uncertainty. I don’t know where I’ll be in a year from now, but it could be anywhere. Or right here.

Chantal added her voice to the global production narrative through a +My Voice workshop in May 2016 hosted by Study NY and The Brooklyn Fashion + Design Accelerator.