20 Real Supporters Over 1,000 Likes: Nick’s No-Filter Take on Art, Hustle, and Respect

In a world where everyone’s trying to go viral. Born with restless hands and a mind that never stopped racing, his story begins far from the polished runways or fashion school brochures—it starts in South Florida, on a bike, with scraped knees and a deep need to make. Today, he’s one of Detroit’s most intriguing underground designers: equal parts skater, builder, hustler, and storyteller. From late-night sewing sessions to city-shifting pop-ups, Nick’s not chasing trends—he’s building culture. And he’s doing it one stitch at a time.

June 4th. Written by Ryan Packer

The Curious Kid Who Couldn’t Sit Still

Nick’s story starts in South Florida, Just a kid with a board zipping through the streets, fueled by curiosity and the need to do. His childhood wasn’t about sitting inside—it was about taking apart toys, and learning how things worked. The skatepark became a second home, and for a while, the dream was clear: go pro. He realized skating was his passion, but not his calling. He also used skating as a outlet for new opprotunities.

“I wasn’t gonna be the next Street League skater. But I wanted to make something—even if I didn’t know what that was yet.”

Finding the Thread in Detroit

Pressure from family led Nick to college, but not just any school—CCS in Detroit. He got in for product design, but when he first laid hands on an industrial sewing machine, everything clicked. Leather under the needle, the whir of the machine—it wasn’t just a new skill, it was the birth of a creative obsession.

Detroit wasn’t just a backdrop. It became the story. The city taught Nick how to hustle—balancing pop-ups, sewing commissions, and DJ gigs, often making just enough to live within his means. From flopped pop-ups in New York to packed shows at the GM building, Nick learned to turn Ls into lessons.

Skate Culture as a Blueprint

Nick’s creative DNA is stitched with skate culture—William Strobeck’s Supreme videos, Dylan Rieder’s effortless cool, the all-black nail polish and skinny jeans era. Skating wasn’t just a sport; it was a lifestyle, a way of seeing the world.

That rebellious edge shaped Nick’s designs—raw, unpolished, yet thoughtful. His pieces aren’t mass-produced; they’re built for the people who get it. Whether it’s a beanie, a custom pair of pants, or a full-on runway fit for a Detroit DJ, each piece comes with a story.

Respect the Hustle, Pay It Forward

Nick’s not here for clout. He’s here for community. He lets young designers vend for free at his pop-ups, just like someone once did for him. He’s not selling $5 t-shirts to get a quick bag—he’s building relationships, honoring the grind, and making sure the people who wear his work value it.

“I’m not trying to be a cool guy. I’m just making art, skating when I can, and creating pieces that feel right. If 20 people really connect with my work, that’s enough.”

Detroit Over Everything

Detroit became Nick’s second skin. It’s where he grew from the kid trying to survive in a new city to the artist people stop in the club to give props. It’s where he learned that longevity trumps hype, that you don’t need a million followers to matter—you just need to keep showing up.

He’s not chasing a global empire. He’s not chasing fame. Nick’s chasing that feeling: seeing someone rocking his design on the street, knowing they chose his work for their fit that night. That’s what keeps him going.

The Last Word

For Nick, it’s simple: stay humble, stay grinding, and keep creating—because this life isn’t about the perfect runway moment. It’s about the nights stitching in the studio, the pop-up setups and breakdowns, the DJs rocking your pieces, and the underground community that’s really paying attention.

Nick’s not waiting for permission. He’s making his own rules—one stitch, one pop-up, one show at a time. And Detroit? It’s watching.