“Don’t ever stop pushing yourself”, Jacqueline Adamany
Noblivity Spotlights Emerging Designer Jacqueline Adamany
Company/Designer Name: Blue Orchid Handbags/Jacqueline Adamany
Designer Background Summary:
With a Bachelors Degree in Visual Communication I have been designing marketing collateral and web sites for companies across the United States. I now focus my talents in a new medium…fabric…creating bags that reflect and communicate the personality of the woman holding it.
How did you get started?
I love to sew and I love handbags, it’s a match made in heaven! I began making bags for myself and was stopped many times by women wanting to know where I purchased the bag, it was then I knew I found my true calling.
What inspires your designs? I am inspired by everything around me. At times I am inspired by the fabric itself. There is something magical about taking a few yards of fabric and creating something wearable and functional.
How would you describe your design style, design signatures and who is your targeted customer?
My design style is somewhat architectural. I love simple shapes and beautiful fabrics. I choose material that feels great and looks great. I strive to create handbags that reflect and communicate the personality of the woman holding it. My target audience is any woman who appreciates creative style and looks for fresh designs regardless of age.
What designers inspire you? Coco Chanel – the epitome of casual elegance.
What obstacles did you have to overcome? I overcome obstacles every day. Some are small and some not so small.
How did you overcome them? I think of them as challenges and adventures. I love being challenged and who isn’t up for a great adventure.
What has been your greatest moment on your journey so far? My greatest moment was when I was asked to design a handbag for a bride. She wanted something special to carry small mementos of her mom and her grandmother (both gone) on her big day.
What has been the biggest change in your designs so far?
Sizes have changed; small design features have been added or removed. I listen to requests from my customers, they are the best teachers.
If money were no object what would you do right now? I would hire some help!
What are the best and worst things about being a designer?
The best thing about being a designer is that I love my job, period! I love the look on a woman’s face when she picks up a bag and says it’s so me. The worst part? Can’t think of anything.
Describe your typical day?
My typical day begins early in the morning answering e-mails and then the rest is a blur.
What’s your philosophy of life?
My philosophy…when times get tough and you think you cannot go another step, push harder. Don’t ever stop pushing yourself.
If you could do it all over again, what would you do differently? I would have started designing bags a long time ago.
When will you know you have made it? When everyone owns a Blue Orchid bag.
The Blue Orchid Handbag Collection is available @The MarketPlace Noblivity.com
