BACKSTAGE PASS

I love the end of the year because it's a time of reflection, and seeing a vision for the next year. Let's reflect first! "Choose to smile and the motivation will follow." I love this quote, and our sisters in...

I want to see Elegantees reach $1 million in sales in 2026. Then the fixed costs will be a smaller percentage of each garment cost. We could do things like renew our office space lease in August without asking for grants. I especially love the idea of....

Local ladies about to take Elegantees to an event Lately the question is how to get Elegantees out there more. Perhaps it could be in getting outside of our office space and warehouse. The ladies in the photo are Kristin...

The view at sunset from the windows at our office Last week I shared about the team expansion that is happening at the end of January. We'll have 16 interns joining this Spring semester. So much collaboration and delegation ahead....

A favorite photo of the collection coming on Wednesday. November is a beautiful time to be in New York, especially in Central Park. The weather is lovely, the sunlight is dreamy, and the colors of the trees are a must-see....

Training and pouring into them doesn't guarantee it'll turn into an unstoppable collaboration, but it could. I believe I should not be worrying about the future anyway. Trusting instead of worrying. Let's see what God will do in these 10 months to go!

We currently have four interns that are coming in weekly. As for these four, I'm quite impressed and love getting to talk with them about everything. They've all shared things that have made them feel empowered. 

Our upcoming collection was shot downtown New York City this week. I was thankful for the creative outlet to help keep a major logistical mess off my mind. A week ago, we got a scary notification from UPS that our...

I have been busy so I skipped sending Friday updates twice in a row. We're back in the regular rhythm again, and very excited to share what we've been up to! So many beautiful people have been in our office...

We had our first three days in the office space without internet. So we painted photo shoot props, built furniture, and steamed garments. We all got to know each other more through it. The slower pace was lovely, and friendships...

There has been a lot of excitement this month. There's also been a crushing in me, like how the wine presses make grapes into wine. I know you experience this too. Nobody is excluded from this. 

The moment the building owner and I both said yes! We'll be moving into our official office in about a week, and our Fall season will be in full swing ahead. It's the start of 12 months in this beautiful...

My favorite plant in my apartment. I took this on Sunday. On Sunday I noticed that my plant spouted something new on the edge of the pot. What a surprise it was to me!   Plants are a hobby I've...

With some fresh paint, it has so much potential! I just got back home after visiting a space this morning in a vibrant artistic neighborhood in Brooklyn. This is a screenshot of a video I took, but there's more on...

Being creative helps me combat doubts and fears.   Hey Friend, I've been filled with doubts about everything, feeling like an imposter. Two weeks ago I was determined and confident. Isn't the rollercoaster funny?

One of the new dresses released this week Hi Friends, I just got back from a three-week break from the hustle of the city. I have to admit touching grass is so refreshing! I heard the birds chirping and kids...

Collaborating requires you to let go of control. I'm not mad about it. If we're being honest, work ethic is often driven by competition, comparison and pride. It's exhausting, and the end result of “success” is like a vapor that...

Can't stop thinking about a literal open door in New York City! I mentioned that all is well. I'm thankful for this, but there is no growth when you're comfortable. This week we took some steps! Our volunteers and myself personally...

Leigh wears the Reagan rib knit tank.  With our newest designs released online, I've been seeing a lot of praise for them on our Elegantees Insiders page on Facebook. It's been a highlight for me to see, that I want...

It's more than making clothing. Our leaders have a heart to help others thrive. I personally needed a refresher of our mission this week. I'm thankful for its power to motivate me to put in the work, rather than being...