Designer Interview Archives - fiftytwothursdays https://www.fiftytwothursdays.us/tag/designer-interview/ style + fitness Tue, 09 Jun 2015 17:10:33 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.3.2 52 Interesting People: Linell Ellis https://www.fiftytwothursdays.us/fashion/52-interesting-people-linell-ellis/ https://www.fiftytwothursdays.us/fashion/52-interesting-people-linell-ellis/#respond Tue, 09 Jun 2015 04:00:41 +0000 http://fiftytwothursdays.us/?p=5714 This week we bring to you our 3rd addition of 52 Interesting People: Linell Ellis One of the things we love so much about our blog, is the opportunity to discover new interesting and emerging designers in the fashion industry. It’s something we truly pride ourselves on to share with our readers. With our 52 Interesting People posts, we can share with you a little more than just our insight- coming straight from the creator itself. This week we introduce to you… Linell Ellis. Linell Ellis, an up and coming handbag designer, happens to be a local to the metropolitan area with quite the eye for aesthetics. Not only did we have the chance to try out these clutches ourselves, we also had the opportunity to ask the designer herself a few questions. Helping us understand the magic behind the collection from the inspiration to the details plus a few fun facts and advise on how you too can make your dream a reality. 52: What did you want to be when you were a little girl? Linell: I wanted to be a nurse. I have always loved helping people. It makes me happy.   52: In one word, what describes your brand the best? […]

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]]> https://www.fiftytwothursdays.us/fashion/52-interesting-people-linell-ellis/feed/ 0 Designer Spotlight and Interview: Karla Colletto Swimwear https://www.fiftytwothursdays.us/fashion/designer-spotlight-karla-colletto-swimwear/ https://www.fiftytwothursdays.us/fashion/designer-spotlight-karla-colletto-swimwear/#comments Thu, 15 May 2014 12:51:41 +0000 http://fiftytwothursdays.us/?p=2261 If you have never heard of Karla Colletto and their swimwear line, this is something you might want to read.  Since both of us majored in Fashion Design and Merchandising, you can imagine how excited we were when we found out we were given the opportunity to come tour their factory and witness firsthand where the magic happens. They entire operation is done locally in Vienna, Va which gave us all the more reason to support a local designer who is already well known throughout the world and the community. We felt the creative energy as soon as we stepped foot into their facility–from the intricate detail of pattern placement and die cut, to the sewing assembly line and final product. We were already huge fans of Karla Colleto’s designs, but, after speaking with Karla and the team to hear their inspiration and the thought-put behind each individual garment, we grew an even larger appreciation for them.  Karla truly makes the one-piece swimsuit sexy in a very flattering way that compliments every shape and size. Definitely a must have in our wardrobe this Summer!  Take a peak at our tour of the factory and our interview with the talented designer and team behind […]

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