For International Women’s Day, we would like to take a moment to shine a spotlight on some of the inspirational women of our design team, each offering a peek into their unique personalities. Through their combined efforts and a strong sense of teamwork, they help to create effortless, on-trend clothing that’s built on the principle of curve equality so that women of all shapes and sizes can look good and feel good while doing good in our world.
Arlene: Associate Designer
What is your must-have pair of "Ab"solution® jeans?
I really like rocking the “Ab”solution high-rise ankle skimmer/jeggings jeans. It's part of my everyday look and I am always comfortable wearing them. My husband thinks they look great on me too!
What is an inspirational quote from a female figure you admire?
It’s actually lyrics from Christina Aguilera
“Makes me that much stronger
Makes me work a little bit harder
Makes me that much wiser
So thanks for making me a fighter”
What is your proudest achievement?
I feel like my painting and drawing background really helps me communicate effectively with our art department team as well as helps me be in sync with the color stories and collection vision in our division.
What is your favorite must-have clothing item that you couldn’t live without?
Jeans and utility jackets with pockets for everyday casual looks!
What is a fun fact about you?
I enjoy using song lyrics as part of my normal conversation. I like to imagine my life as a musical sometimes!
Flor: Denim Designer
What is your must-have pair of "Ab"solution® jeans?
Currently, my favorite Democracy style is the “Ab”solution® High Rise Slim Straight Carpenter Jeans.
What is an inspirational quote from a female figure you admire?
“Women belong in all places where decisions are being made. It shouldn’t be that women are the exception.” - Ruther Bader Ginsburg
What is your proudest achievement?
My proudest achievement to the brand has been being able to adapt and flow with all the growth.
What is your favorite must-have clothing item that you couldn’t live without?
In general, my must-have clothing item is my oversized white button-down. I wear it year-round in a variety of ways and on many occasions. I also love it because I feel so confident and comfortable every time I wear it.
What is a fun fact about you?
I have 2 associates degrees and a bachelor's degree.
Cing: Design Operations Manager
What is your must-have pair of "Ab"solution® jeans?
Denim Denim Denim. I love our Denim not only because I work for the brand but because I love the fit. One of my favorite must-have styles is the high-rise button-front pant.
What is an inspirational quote from a female figure you admire?
“You must never be fearful about what you are doing when it is right.” - Rosa Parks
“The greatest discovery of all time is that a person can change his future by merely changing his attitude.” - Oprah Winfrey
What is your proudest achievement?
My proudest contribution to the brand would be that I have had the privilege to be a part of the growth and the different positions of our division.
What is your favorite must-have clothing item that you couldn’t live without?
My Robe! I love my robe and I couldn’t live without it. I finish up work, wind down, and put on my robe.
What is a fun fact about you?
I like to stay active. I like to ski in the Winter and wake surf in the Summer. (The fun fact; I’m afraid of heights, and I don’t know how to swim.)
Coren: Design Director
What is your must-have pair of "Ab"solution® jeans?
Slim Straight Carpenter Jeans!
What is an inspirational quote from a female figure you admire?
I have 2
“If you want something said, ask a man; if you want something done, ask a woman’ – Margaret Thatcher
“Always be a first-rate version of yourself, instead of a second-rate version of somebody else” – Judy Garland
What is your proudest achievement?
Celebrating our 10-year mark in our new showroom space in NY and launching our website. Also, I get to showcase my drawings and illustrations on our Instagram and website. The fact that I have the freedom to do that…I am truly grateful!
What is your favorite must-have clothing item that you couldn’t live without?
Same answer as above! Slim Straight Carpenter Jeans.
What is a fun fact about you?
If there is good music, I’ll dance anywhere, anytime! In my downtime, I like to play the keyboard and video games.