I remember growing up in Venezuela, surrounded by color, texture, and creativity. My mom, an interior designer, and my grandmother, an artist, filled our home with bold shapes and beautiful lines, black-tie events were part of life, so from a young age I was dressed in gowns and surrounded by people who valued style and presentation. Wearing those dresses gave me an early understanding of how one outfit could shape the way you feel and how others see you. Fashion wasn’t just clothing to me — it was confidence, artistry, and emotion stitched into something you could step into.

After graduating with an engineering degree, I couldn’t ignore that pull. I went to Colorado State University for fashion design, and when I realized Fort Collins didn’t have opportunities for designers, I made a choice: I would create my own studio, a space where brides could find timeless elegance and young designers could learn the craft without having to move out of state.

My approach to design is simple: timeless elegance and meticulous craftsmanship. I want every piece to feel special not just for a moment, but for years to come. The design, the fit, the details,  all of it matters — it is storytelling through the power of a garment.

At AP Design House, we specialize in bridal alterations, custom veils, styling, and mentorship. Our veils are especially meaningful — unique, heirloom-quality pieces designed to be cherished for generations. Teaching and mentoring young designers is equally important to me; over the last decade, I’ve had the opportunity to mentor more than 30 emerging designers, helping them build real skills and confidence in a fashion studio environment. What sets us apart is the full experience. Beyond our technical expertise and eye for detail, it’s about how we make clients feel — guided, confident, and excited throughout the entire process.

AP Design House started in my basement in 2015; seven years later we moved into our dream studio in Old Town Fort Collins. The most rewarding part of our work is seeing our client’s joy when a gown fits perfectly, a veil becomes a family treasure, or a young designer discovers their potential. Every story we’re part of, every dress we craft, and every designer we mentor is a piece of the larger story of AP Design House — and that’s what makes our work truly meaningful.