The fashion industry is home to many success stories. Many supermodels found a decent life through fashion. The typical; rags to riches story is a staple among these men and women. Some famous models like Alek Kwek came from poor countries with barely anything to get them through the day. However, their hardships served as a motivation that fueled them to pursue their dreams and eventually make it big in the industry. Many young men and women also have struggles making in to the fashion industry because many people find the industry unconventional. While fashion may be very well considered as art, their parents or guardian might think that they would have better life working as a doctor, as an engineer or a teacher. It will take years to be accepted and popular industry. One must have talent, passion and an individual sense that will truly make him or her stand out. One of the few who made it big in the industry is Kay Unger who is the woman behind the fashion brands Kay Unger New York and Phoebe Couture.
Kay Unger has been an artist since she was young. Long before her famous line, Phoebe Couture, Kay was a painter at first. At a young age, she has shown passion for colors and patterns that are very prominent among her designs today. Her works depict the composition and print that characterize most her works today. She was born and grew up on Chicago, but moved to New York to study at the prestigious Parsons The New School for Design. This is where her talents were honed into the sophisticated designs that women around the world now recognize.
The Kay Unger New York label is her first venture into the industry. It did not take long for the brand to be popular since it exhibited designs for the modern, sophisticated woman. Her dresses and clothes are designed to defy the stereotyping of the little black dress. Her clothes come in bold colors that reflect and cater to the personality of the modern woman is strong and extraordinary. The brand adheres to five pillars: color, style, quality, fit, and femininity. After the success of Kay Unger New York, she launched Kay J’s by Kay Unger, a line of fun pajamas that are perfect for sleepovers or just lounging around. In the spring of 2007, she introduced her most famous level, the Phoebe Couture. The line is designed for younger women with a bold and more playful approach. The clothes are for the young and free spirited who lives a carefree and fun lifestyle.
The Phoebe Couture labelis sold in more than 20 countries around the world. Many of the audience of the brand are younger women who look for clothes that are stylish, comfortable and suited for their age. Many have grown to love the brand that Kay Unger brought to life. Some of her A-list clientele include Oprah Winfrey, Vanessa Williams, Tyra Banks, Angela Bassett and Marcia Cross.