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I recently learned about the work of fellow Southerner and independent fashion designer Jodi Arnold.
Jodi is a native of Birmingham, Alabama who graduated from Baylor University with a degree in Fashion Design. Once she made her way to NYC, she found it hard to land design jobs, since she didn’t attend one of the top design schools like Parsons or FIT. Instead of being discouraged by this, she decided to strike out on her own, and founded her own art-inspired line, MINT Jodi Arnold. (The inspiration for the name came to her while drinking a cup of mint tea in Paris.)
Jodi designs luxury clothing which is often inspired by the many cultures of the world. The spring collection takes its inspiration from North and West Africa, and the fall 2009 designs feature earthy tones and unique beadwork inspired by the Maori People of New Zealand.
Jodi’s perseverance should serve as an inspiration to young designers — she’s spent the past 9 years growing her business, her way, outside of the mainstream fashion industry.
Lovely! I love how her work combines a tribal influence, while maintaining this luxurious, chic styling. It’s a really great representation of how influences can merge to create these wholly unique styles!
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That skirt is fab.
I want that jacket stat! :D
I’m not usually a fan of the tribal influence but the cut of her pieces is so sophisticated it transcends the tribal.
@glamspoon – I definitely agree about the way that the cuts & silhouettes transcend the elements. I was surprised when I read about the tribal influences!
wow, what gorgeous creations!
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