Studio Visit: Designer Lindsey Luisgnolo
Background Information: Lindsey graduated from CCM at the University of Cincinnati for theater and right after attended and graduated from DAAP at the University of Cincinnati for fashion design. She showed her collection from graduation at DAAP at Cinci Fashion Week. The feedback was big and lead to her being able to start her own business in Cincinnati, Ohio.
Designs: Custom Couture Bridal and Evening Wear
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| Lindsey showing her dress she made that was featured on the cover of the magazine Venue |
Advice from Lindsey
Lindsey
big advice was to “diversify your co-ops.” Also to try and interview everyone
you work with, this is a good way to get your name in and also learn the ins
and outs of the fashion business. She recommended making a blog or thought
leader because it shows how you think and really can help make clients feel
involved along the process of their outfit (it's important to make the client feel they are this great experience with you). This is good to show when applying
for jobs for the companies to see your creative process or get to know you a
bit better.
Figuring
out who your clientele is very important. Lindsey’s big market is 35 + for
socialites and also a younger market where she makes them cocktail dress. She
begins the process of making these custom made dresses by sketching out a dress
based on the client’s personality, wants and needs. Once she knows the dress
she is going to make it goes into muslin production and pattern. She uses the
couture method which is detailing by hand and than run through a sewing
machine. An eveningwear can range anywhere from $2,000-4,000 and a cocktail
dresses range from $1,200. All of Lindsey’s fabric is 100% silk and all comes
from Italy and France. To further the experience for the client Lindsey even
helps style and fit them. Lindsey’s great way of running her business as lead
her work appearing on the cover of Venue Magazine. This sure is one designer
who is going to keep on growing.
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