Conversations with Deepshika Verma

Today we’d like to introduce you to Deepshika Verma.

Alright, so thank you so much for sharing your story and insight with our readers. To kick things off, can you tell us a bit about how you got started?
I feel like my path has been a mix of curiosity, community, and just being open to learning as I go, since this wasn’t where I initially thought I would end up. Growing up with my Fijian background has always shaped the way I see people and the world- there’s a strong sense of community, resilience, and creativity in that culture that I carry with me in everything I do.

When I lived in LA for my early 20’s, I naturally found myself drawn into creative spaces and community-driven projects. I never really had one perfectly linear career path- I’ve worn a lot of different hats over the years, from customer-facing to creative support, brand work, and helping behind the scenes however I could (still am). Every experience taught me something different about people, culture, and adaptability.

Sustainability has also always been important to me, especially in fashion and lifestyle spaces. I’ve always been interested in how creativity and conscious living can coexist, whether that’s through the brands I support, the spaces I’m part of, or the conversations I want to have with people I adore the most.

I think where I am today really came from building genuine relationships, staying grounded, and being willing to grow through experience instead of trying to force a perfect image or path through my work. A lot of it has happened very organically, and I’m grateful for that.

Alright, so let’s dig a little deeper into the story – has it been an easy path overall and if not, what were the challenges you’ve had to overcome?
It’s never a smooth road. I have had my own share of challenges and many obstacles were thrown in my path every step of my journey thus far. Rejection has been the devil here, but before anyone hears a ‘yes,’ many ‘no’s’ have to be heard. And, although people have said that it isn’t personal or even that deep, sometimes it is.

The way I look at it, rejection is just redirection. It always has been, even until this very day! If I hadn’t heard the no’s I did, I wouldn’t be at the position I am right now. It is all just full circle at this point. I am still very much grateful for it, too.

Thanks – so what else should our readers know about your work and what you’re currently focused on?
I’ve always been drawn to forms of self-expression that connect people, whether that’s through movement, beauty, fashion, or storytelling. A lot of what I do exists at the intersection of them. Modeling and dance have both allowed me to express different parts of myself creatively, while beauty has always been something I genuinely love as both an art form and a way people build confidence and express identity.

Being a multi-hyphenate is something I’m really proud of. I’ve never wanted to limit myself to one lane, and I think each creative space I’ve stepped into has strengthened my experience with the others. These environments have taught me how to adapt, collaborate, and connect with people from all walks of life, and I am humbled by that.

My Fijian heritage and the communities I’ve been part of have also shaped the way I approach my work. I care deeply about authenticity, representation, and creating spaces that feel welcoming and grounded. Sustainability and conscious living are values that continue to influence me personally and creatively as well in these industries.

More than anything, I think what sets me apart is my attitude toward the work and the people around me. I genuinely value community, relationships, and showing up with intention. I want the work I do to feel inspiring, but also real and approachable. I genuinely hope the community I’m building reflects that energy.

How do you think about happiness?
It’s the small things in life that truly make me happy, because something doesn’t have to be enormous to be celebrated. A simple thing can just put the biggest smile to my face, especially on the days that feel hard.

Contact Info:

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deepshikacverma/

Image Credits
Image 1 & 4 are shot by Norman Cacho from the last slide; Image 2 is shot for indie fashion brand Aashiqi Studio; Image 3 is shot by the founder of Minori Beauty in San Francisco, CA

The very first image is a dance shoot that was shot by RGBTV Photography in New York City