I have a really strong passion for what I do. I don’t see myself doing anything else.

Sizing was also important to me; I wanted to make sure that nobody felt alienated or felt like they weren't thought about in the process of this brand. I wanted to make sure that everyone felt included, which brings us to the gender neutral pieces - the idea of wearing what you want and whatever makes you feel comfortable and confident. I think that's the overall feeling of the Daya collection.

I like to find things in real life that let me get involved. Or if you need a break, go hang out with your family.

I have an obsession with just watching people and what they're into.

It's important to know when to take your time and not overspend and overdo things, of course. That's why you get things that can be dressed in a thousand different ways.

To me, locs are a symbol of strength and beauty, almost like a lion's mane.

My wearing my hair in locs on an Oscar red carpet was to showcase them in a positive light, to remind people of color that our hair is good enough.