ME: How did you get into the fashion industry?
Tara: It was not on purpose. I was working in accounting and finance for several years but did creative things as a hobby. I began to focus on learning about fashion and design. Memphis Fashion Week hosted the Emerging Memphis Designer Project, 2013, EMDP, and I decided to showcase my first three pieces. I won the showcase and everything flourished from there.

ME: What is the inspiration behind your designs and the signature for your brand?
Tara: I like to make every collection a little bit different with each having it’s own set of inspirations. The signature style to my brand would be easy to wear, very feminine pieces. I am drawn to interesting prints and quality fabrics. I also release at least one original custom print, that I draw, every season. I like things that stand out. Almost everything is done in silk.

Spring/Summer Collection: Inspired by the south American culture. There is a huge spectrum of bold colors and whimsical details. I did a hand drawn tassel print with a lot of tassel detailing. Great mix and match pieces, dresses and separates all in silk. A wonder-lust, effortless sense of style.


Tara: Dilettante Collection - It means someone who dabbles in the arts for entertainment or amusement. That is how I started fashion design. I would attempt several different artistic hobbies as a creative outlet until I came upon and fell in love with design.

ME: How did you learn to sew?
Tara: I would draw my designs, take them to seamstresses, and observe and learn as they made my designs come to life. After a few months and a few classes, I was able to create my own designs. It all came very intuitive to me. You Tube, Google, and trial and error helped a lot.