Photo Courtesy Of Ashley Nelly Tipton WHERE ARE YOU RIGHT NOW AND HAVE YOU ALWAYS LIVED THERE?
I am in San Diego in a neighborhood called Hillcrest. here. I'm from San Diego and have always lived
WHAT'S THE BEST THING ABOUT YOUR PRESENT CITY OR HOMETOWN?
The weather, beaches and diversity.I also love that it is "laid-back".
WHAT WERE YOUR ASPIRATIONS GROWING UP?
To do anything in the arts. Hair stylist, stylist, designer, etc.
WHY DESIGNER?
I learned how to sew at an early age and loved it. I then realized there was a need for plus-sized clothing that was comfortable, stylish and fit our curvy bodies.
WHERE DID YOU RECEIVE YOUR TRAINING?
Fashion Careers of California.
WHAT'S YOUR PROCESS FROM CONCEPT TO CREATION.
Create mood boards based on my current inspirations, go fabric shopping, then sit in front of both and create drawings. From there it's working with my assistant to make the patterns. Then it's off to the manufacturers for production where I supervise the process.
WHO OR WHAT HAS HAD THE BIGGEST INFLUENCE ON YOU?
My grandmother who passed away just before Project Runway. She taught me how to sew and was always an inspiration.
HOW WOULD YOU DEFINE YOUR PERSONAL STYLE AND AESTHETIC?
Eclectic, out-of-the-box, modern yet vintage.
WHAT MOMENT ARE YOU HAVING?
Just got back from CurvyCon in NYC so I am inspired and energized to make a difference in my community.
WHAT DO YOU GET UP TO WHEN YOU'RE NOT WORKING?
I'm currently taking an improv class, working out with my trainer and hiking!
HOW DO YOU UNWIND?
With my friends and family.
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