The Vision

This brand is inspired by my own journey of self-exploration, guided by the inner chameleon within us all—the impulse to slip into new colors, textures, and ways of being until we discover what feels true.

At its heart, Cami Leon celebrates that ongoing journey and honors the people, places, and cultures from every corner of the world whose stories weave into our own.

THE STORY

I’ve learned firsthand that two seemingly conflicting truths can coexist—and that there’s always more than one way to be. Growing up Mexican-American, I spent my early years trying to assimilate, only to later rediscover and embrace the beauty and culture reflected in my brown skin. Returning to my parents’ homeland ignited this awakening, fueling my inspiration in ways I never imagined.

As I travel beyond the borders of the places I call home, I continue to evolve—and so does Cami Leon, gathering inspiration from the world’s diverse cultures—their food, music, and especially their textiles. My vision for the brand is to create two to four collections, each inspired by the textiles of a different country, with every collection expressing my gratitude for the unique contributions that culture brings to the world.

I'm deeply honored to be able to create my first collection in the beautiful country of Guatemala.

The warmth of the people and the deep-rooted history make Guatemala a truly special place.

A Note from the Founder

I remember when I was a little girl, I would wear this white faux fur coat and a pair of black sunglasses while strolling around the block in my Barbie motorized car. That little white faux fur coat gave me superpowers. Every time I put it on, I felt like I was on top of the world. Clothes have always done that for me—made me feel more empowered, alive, creative, and beautiful.

I have so much admiration for people who put intention and creativity into how they present themselves to the world—those who understand that clothes can be sacred and who use fashion as a form of self-exploration. They take risks, clash patterns, and play with the possibilities and configurations of what makes them feel good. Because how do you know what works for you if you haven’t even tried it yet? Patricia Field believes that being yourself means staying open to new discoveries, and that same belief is at the heart of this brand.

Even the inception of this brand feels like a personal exploration. It’s me exploring and following the thread of something that has excited and inspired me my whole life, but that I’ve never considered venturing into until now. Despite not having any experience, I ultimately gave myself permission to try it out. I already spend a lot of my energy and time appreciating, collecting, and styling clothes, and it was only a matter of time before I mustered the courage to put all that energy into starting something of my own—something that I could be proud of.

If you’ve read this far, thank you for listening and allowing me to share my heart with you all.

And a special thank you to those who expand my view of what’s possible.

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