About
I’m Krystle DeSantos, a multifaceted creative whose work is deeply rooted in my Guyanese culture and heritage. For over a decade, I’ve brought a distinctive perspective to fashion, decor, and content creation — not simply as an aesthetic, but as a language that tells stories, connects communities, and honors history.
I’ve explored a wide range of passions, from event, wedding, and interior decor projects to developing editorial content and lifestyle visuals for brands and platforms like Nike, IKEA, Pinterest, Apartment Therapy, AphroChic, Kipling USA,The Spruce, and Blavity. Alongside my creative work, I built a successful career in advertising and marketing at major startups and tech corporations including Apartment Therapy, LinkedIn, and Amazon. These experiences provided me with a strategic lens for brand storytelling, visual communication, and community-building across both corporate and creative spaces.
Fashion is more than fleeting trends, it’s a reflection of history, culture, and personal identity and that belief shapes my approach to creative work including editorial styling, creative direction and brand partnerships.
As a lifelong vintage-lover, I’m passionate about blending the character, stories and craftsmanship of vintage fashion with my personal, modern style. In 2020, I launched Lillian & Joan, a reimagining of my original 2009 Etsy shop, inspired by the rich history, bold colors, patterns, textures, and natural beauty of the Caribbean. Every piece I design or curate carries cultural symbolism and personal storytelling; celebrating identity, memory, and heritage through style.
Most recently, in 2024, I deepened my commitment to fashion by earning a certificate in Fashion Styling Foundations from the Fashion Institute of Technology, SUNY. Since then, I’ve primarily focused my creative work on styling, editorial projects, and brand collaborations. From personalized styling and creative direction to speaker sessions and workshops, I help individuals and brands spark conversation, tell their stories visually, and lead with confidence.
That same year, I presented my signature Beyond the Headshot session to over 100 CDC staff members, exploring the connection between personal style, confidence, and professional impact.Through styling, writing, and design, I’m on a mission to bridge the gap between tradition and modernity, honoring heritage while embracing contemporary expression. I invite you all to live boldly, dress intentionally, and tell your stories through what you wear.
