We had the good fortune of connecting with StormyWeather Banks and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi StormyWeather, what’s the most difficult decision you’ve ever had to make?
To retire early giving up my full benefits from my job and to invest within myself was the most difficult decision I’ve ever to make.

Let’s talk shop? Tell us more about your career, what can you share with our community?
I am a soft doll maker, antique collector, and fashion designer. What I believe sets me apart from the others is my eclectic use of the decades to bring an out-of-the-box style of fashion to the industry.

What I am most proud of and or excited about is finally doing what I love and actually getting recognized for my talents.

As a retired fashion design educator, my journey started at the tender age of 7. My mother began teaching me how to sew my own clothing and that developed passion turned into fashion design. I’ve been designing throughout middle / high school earning a scholarship to Brooks College. After college, I got married, had a child, and endured a number of years of spousal abuse. Choked unconscious, I realized my self worth and as a mother, I needed to be here for my son to become a respectable young man within society.

I would like for the world to know that my brand is Imaginative, eclectic, designer apparel that fits and inspires you…

Let’s say your best friend was visiting the area and you wanted to show them the best time ever. Where would you take them? Give us a little itinerary – say it was a week long trip, where would you eat, drink, visit, hang out, etc.
I would take them to the Downtown Santee Alley LA Fabric District, to a Broadway play at the Pantages Theater (Les Miserables) and dinner at Ruth Chris Restaurant, etc.

Who else deserves some credit and recognition?
Yes, Ms. Linda Miles, she has continued to encourage and push me to pursue my dreams of a fashion designer regardless of age.

Website: www.swdesigns.us

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stormyweatherdesigns/

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stormyweather-banks-ab8661a0/

Yelp: https://www.yelp.com/biz/stormyweather-designs-bellflower

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@swdesigns6645

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