In 2007 and 2008 Simone competed in the Young Miss Buffalo Pageant, and came in 3rd and 4th place respectively. If this wasn’t a sure sign of her bright future, she began to create her own clothing by cutting and painting custom items. In 2010, Simone began creating earrings that quickly took Buffalo by storm. Simone realized that not only did she have an eye for fashion, but she also had a true gift with people and connecting. In 2017, she obtained her bachelor’s degree in Fashion Merchandising and relocated to New York City to fiercely follow her fashion dreams. Simone also obtained a certificate from Parsons School of Design in conjunction with Teen Vogue in 2018. In addition to being a freelance wardrobe stylist, Simone plans to continue her education with a master’s degree in international business. Her love for fashion ,creation, merchandising, customer service, and business makes her put her all into Acid Cupcakes. As the marketing and outreach director, Simone’s main goal is to make as many girls around the world feel good about themselves. Simone was the Keynote Speaker at YMBP's 2019 Annual Awards Luncheon.