We recently connected with Manny Garcia and have shared our conversation below.
Alright, Manny thanks for taking the time to share your stories and insights with us today. How did you come up with the idea for your business?
My name is Manny Garcia I’m a fully energetic, outgoing and happy 8 year old with a passion for fashion! My parents & I came up with the idea to start me a clothing line in March of 2020 when everything shutdown during Covid-19. It was inspired by my desire to become a leader and my overall love for fashion. We got to work immediately and started planning. After going back and forth between a few different names we decided on the name Royal Icons (Incredible Career Opportunities & Numerous Success) and received help from my talented cousin CJ with designing the logo. We wanted to come up with a name that would empower the youth & make them feel like royalty when wearing the clothing. Within a few months we started working with our Development Coach/Creative Director, Coach Ahsae “E’Asha” of miniBOSS Entertainment who is the co-visionary of Royal Icons. With their help my line launched in November 2020! The Royal Icons Collection brings stylish, exclusive looks and accessories for any look you have in mind! I’m known for having the classic black and white line that exudes higher excellence for kids and adults equally! My brand strives to empower the youth through the expression of quality and unique styles. My brand has had continuous growth since we launched in 2020 and I do believe that this is only the beginning of my journey in building confidence in ALL kids and helping them realize that they can become leaders too!
Awesome – so before we get into the rest of our questions, can you briefly introduce yourself to our readers.
I’m a rambunctious 8 year old that is known by friends and family as Manny. I’m a model, inspiring actor and CEO of my clothing brand “Royal Icons”. My modeling career began in 2016 when I was 2 and I have been modeling nonstop ever since. I also participated in numerous fashion shows, photoshoots and have been featured in 5 Kid Fashion Magazines. While pursuing my career as an inspiring model/actor, I developed an interest for unique fashion. In November 2020, I launched my clothing line, Royal Icons (Incredible Career Opportunities and Numerous Success) which was inspired because of his desire to become a leader and his love for fashion. My line started out as just a boys/girls unisex children’s line but with receiving request from so many adults, we quickly added adult sizes to the line. My collection not only has stylish, exclusive looks but we also have unique accessories like purses & sunglasses. My brand is well known for the classic black and white look that exudes higher excellence for kids & adults equally. On January 1, 2022, I also released my Luxury Gown & Tuxedo Line “Manny’s Royal Court” which is also a “boy”tique of my Upcycled Blazers and Suits. My brand mission strives to empower the youth through fashion! I’m so excited about all of my future endeavors and the continued success of my business!!!
Let’s talk about resilience next – do you have a story you can share with us?
Since starting my business in 2020 It has been a great experience so far! It does require a lot of hard and sacrifices but I definitely think it’s worth it! Since starting my business in November Of 2020 I have had really good months and not so good months, but daily I make the choice to keep grinding. My schedule stays busy between, school, modeling, acting, running my business and making free time but I have remained resilient through it all!
Contact Info:
- Website: www.theroyalicons.com
- Instagram: @theroyalicons
- Other: IG – @manny.garcia2
Image Credits
Katina Garcia @kishotit on IG @allthatjahz on IG @kninerman on IG