# @corentinchristian on Instagram

- **Type:** Image
- **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/C7ua4kVOI_3
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/61132320-corentinchristian-instagram
- **Thumbnail:** https://img.gondola.cc/tr:w-,h-,fo-auto/postThumbnails/9a49796b96.jpg
- **Posted:** 2024-06-02T19:37:42.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** CORENTIN CHRISTIAN (@corentinchristian) — https://gondola.cc/corentinchristian

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REFLECTION(S)

Have you ever looked in the mirror and felt like something was off? Like everything, including yourself, was falling apart? That feeling in your gut—your intuition.

That’s exactly how I felt, and it’s why I decided to embrace my real name and share my story through my artistry, so I could share yours. Authentically.

When you first walked into the boutique, it wasn’t clear if “IAGU” was me or what my mission was. The confusion I felt inside showed up in my actions, running on autopilot, saying yes when I really wanted to say no, until I finally had to look deep within myself.

The creativity and spark were fading. But going through this as both an artist and a business owner taught me so much: to truly listen to what you had to say about the fashion industry and what matters most to you. So I listened, I paused, and I redirected myself to find my authentic self again.

I’ve always struggled with impostor syndrome and found it hard to speak up for what I believe in. I never realized that nurturing and loving myself deeply would be so beneficial to others, to you.

By digging deep into my personal and family history and tapping into a freer expression of my creativity, I rediscovered my life’s purpose: to create handmade garments locally, with Sandra, that speak not just to the eyes but to the soul. To share your story. Whether it’s versatile ready-to-wear pieces or bespoke garments that we co-create, I’ve found a renewed passion for connecting with you when you visit the boutique. I love explaining our sustainable practices, why they matter, and learning why you choose a specific piece.

On this new journey, we’re co-creating a new way of dressing ourselves by taking the time to do so.
One that does not harm either people or the planet but only enriches everyone involved.
One of individual expression & collective connection.
One through which we look at each other in the eyes and grow, because ultimately, we are all each other’s MIRROR.
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Photograph by dosgatos.pro 
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notjustabrand, businessowner, handmadeclothing, unisexclothing, reallife, locallyhandmade, corentinchristian, sustainablepractices, handmade, artist

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