Vicky Vuong

She transitioned from a career in materials engineering to establishing her art practice, Cestlavic, where she creates wearable designs and collaborates with brands and public figures.

[2] Her upbringing emphasized a strong work ethic, though she expressed concern about disappointing her parents by not adhering to traditional career paths.

[2] Her side business eventually gained enough traction that in 2020 she transitioned to full-time sneaker artistry, establishing her company Cestlavic.

[1][2] During the COVID-19 pandemic, Vuong leveraged social media to share her creative process and interact with a global audience.

[1] She collaborated with brands such as Froot Loops and worked with clients including athletes like Cooper Kupp and public figures like Viola Davis.