Hi, I’m Daphne. I’m a fashion designer, entrepreneur, and consultant. I’m also the founder of POND Los Angeles and create pieces with a focus on functional designs, ethical production, and responsibly sourced materials.

Black is modest and arrogant at the same time.
Black is lazy and easy - but mysterious.
But above all black says this:
"I don't bother you - don't bother me".
-Yohji Yamamoto

Timeless Essentials,
Quiet Luxury

From Concept to Launch — With Purpose and Precision.

  • Trend & Color Forecasting

    Trend & Color Forecasting is not prediction—it’s an art of listening. Listening to the subtle changes in culture, emotion, and air. Each moodboard and palette becomes a chapter in a story yet to be told, inviting brands to dream, create, and lead with feeling.

  • Visual Ideation & Conceptual Renderings

    Bringing ideas to life through strategic creativity. This is where imagination meets precision—transforming abstract concepts into compelling visual narratives. Every concept is built to inspire, challenge, and elevate.

  • Speculative Concepts for Brands We Love

    An exploration of imagination without limits. Here, we reimagine existing brands through fresh, forward-thinking creative lenses—purely for the love of craft, innovation, and possibility. These unsolicited concept studies celebrate the art of brand evolution, offering a glimpse into what could be when vision is allowed to lead without constraint.

  • HANDBAGS & ACCESSORIES

    Crafting your vision is our specialty – our full-service package is meticulously designed to harmonize with your brand objectives.

  • DENIM

    Denim is a intricate category that requires deep knowledge of denim design, wash and fit expertise. From vintage to performance fabrics to metal hardware and specialized trims, I will guide you every step of the way.

  • APPAREL

    Interested in creating a capsule collection to create a foundation for your brand? With over 15 years of experience, I will guide you on creating your collection from inception to producion.