welcome to The Candidate

Wear your inner scribble

about The Candidate

What is The Candidate?

The Candidate is where imagination runs a little wild—and wears great shoes.
It’s my artsy alter ego, born from a love of books, doodles, and storytelling that refuses to sit still.
I turn bold, quirky ideas into designs you can wear, gift, or stick on your laptop with pride.

What you’ll find

Whimsical Apparel

Accessories with Personality

Design inspired by stories

Why The Candidate?

I wanted a space that felt like sketchbooks cracked open and turned into fashion. A little chaotic, a little poetic—kind of like life and fiction. Whether you’re a bookworm with bold taste or just love expressive art, The Candidate is for you.

Ready to Shop?

New designs drop regularly, so check back often.

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Every purchase supports an indie creator (hi, that’s me!) and helps fund more reviews, blog posts, and artful chaos.

P.S. If you wear a The Candidate piece while reading, that counts as multitasking.