Hi everyone, it's Jo. Today I want to share with all of you the inspiration for Clothed In Gold. This business would not have been able to be possible without the support and guidance from so many phenomenal individuals. However, throughout the journey of brainstorming, contemplating, planning, and finally launching this business there has always been one guiding light and voice of reason; her name is Jenna Sassenrath. I have had the privilege of knowing Jenna since the 8th grade, and with each year our friendship grows stronger. When I was thinking about the goals and missions of this business, I knew that I wanted them to embody the characteristics I see in Jenna. Through every step of the way in the process, Jenna has provided feedback, both positive and room for improvement, and has cultivated an environment where we feel confident and excited about the direction of our missions. Jenna is wise beyond her years and is always up for a three a.m phone call about how to improve sales, promote new inventory, and brainstorm our next outreach event! Jenna is the foundation for our audience at Clothed In Gold. She exhibits all of our characteristics and then some. My life, and I know the lives of everyone she touches are made infinitely more compassionate, passionate, stronger, and positive by having her around.
Today is all about Jenna. She is the inspiration behind everything we do and she also happens to an employee! Jenna handles all of our out-of-state outreach and orders! Jenna is just wrapping up her final semester in college and is on her way to becoming a highly renowned publishing editor! She is majoring in English, minoring in Women's and Gender Studies, and concentrating in Creative Writing. Some of her hobbies include painting, reading, writing, and listening to music. We are so in awe of all the positivity and empowerment Jenna brings to every work environment she inhabits. You can read all about Jenna below and understand why she is the inspiration that started this journey! Jenna’s Style Guide Favorite fashion accessory?: “My favorite fashion accessory is a basic belt. There is such versatility in them! My favorite way to wear them is with a dress! I love adding texture to a basic dress by simply throwing a belt with it!" One clothing item you could never live without?: “One clothing item I could never live without is a sweater. I have so many of them that they overflow every drawer I own! There is something so cozy and simple about sweaters.” Favorite color?: “Red. I look SO good in red. It is such a powerful, sexy, confident, vibrant color. I love to stand out, and red is the color that helps me do that!” Jeans or sweatpants?: “Oh, jeans over sweatpants anyday! I am a HUGE jean girl. I love this new “curvy” style of jeans. Yeah, I have been saying for years “duh of course you need to make jeans that don’t fit one type of body” and now we have that! I’m telling you jeans with the right fit can change your entire world.” What is your favorite fashion season?: “Surprise surprise, My favorite fashion season is fall because of all the sweaters! So many to wear! So many beautiful colors! So much layering with dresses and skirts! Ugh, I just love it all!” You’re never fully dressed without what item?: I’m never fully dressed without a comfy t-shirt. You know, I really think people don’t understand the t-shirts! They are something you can literally wear with ANYTHING; dresses, jeans, skirts, shorts! You name a bottom and it can be worn with it!” How fashion has brought a change in your life?: “As a plus sized woman, fashion can be a love hate relationship. It can bring happiness, but also an immense amount of stress trying to find clothes that fit. Overall, fashion has made me realize that I deserve to feel comfortable within the clothes I wear. Clothing should be inclusive for everyone, no matter your size. I only wear clothes that truly make me happy. I do not dress for others, I only dress for myself and how I feel.” What are some of your favorite clothing brands (besides Clothed In Gold, obviously :))?: “Some of my favorite clothing lines besides Clothed in Gold include Torrid, Rue 21, and Layne Bryant. Unfortunately, there are the only clothing stores that hold my size, so I don’t have much choice when it comes to buying clothes.” Why did you choose to work at Clothed In Gold?: “I chose to work at Clothed In Gold because of their mission statement. As a plus sized women, I wanted to work for a company that not only supported me, but also women like me. By working in a healthy and supportive environment, it makes me enjoy my work even more. Granted, I did get to have input and really help craft this statement, but I am proud of what Jo is accomplishing with this. My favorite quotation from the mission of Clothed in Gold focuses on their goal of providing affordable clothes for everyone, “a place to shop that promotes creativity, empowerment, and individualism through style and fashion at an affordable price.” Even if stores have plus size clothing, most of it is extremely expensive to the point where you cannot buy the clothes you need. By having Clothed in Gold provide affordable clothing for all women, there is no longer the worry of walking out of a store with nothing but frustration. They create such a welcoming space, that you can’t help but keep coming back.” What is your favorite quotation that encompasses the importance of fashion?: "People will stare. Make it worth their while." —Harry Winston I owe everything to Jenna. Come meet this incredible woman any day this following week. We are so excited to have her with us and for her to help style you soon! Stay Golden
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