Rachel Marie Hurst was one of our very first designers who was part of our Fashion Denver showroom back in 2008 and has been in our Fashion Denver family ever since then. It has been such a joy to watch Rachel’s fashion career grow and expand! Rachel has done several of our fashion markets over the years and to be able to have her at our 13th anniversary just makes me smile!!!
1) What was your first memory of fashion inspiration that you can remember?
I was first drawn to the architecture of my college campus and the art and mosaics that were on the walls. They had such amazing colors and designs and that led to my love of prints and colors.
2) What motivated you to start your own fashion business?
I felt that I had a vision that I wanted to share with others and that could only be done as my own boss. I love telling my own stories through my designs and expressing myself to others through fashion and the creative process.
3) Tell us one of your fashion icons or designer influences?
There are so many amazing women out there that I admire for their fashion. Currently I am obsessed with Blake Lively and Zendaya. They both have a unique but cool girl feel that is also very feminine. I love that their clothing screams that yes they are women and yes they are strong, amazing and bold.
4) What inspires your designs?
the need to create clothing for women that chase after their dreams and defy societal norms, those women inspire me to create.
5) What are your thoughts about the fashion industry here in Denver?
Denver is like family. We have our ups and downs, but I will always cherish our fashion community and love them no matter what.
6) What is one of your favorite pieces that you have ever designed and why?
My favorite piece that I have designed is my floral print gown. The Print is perfection but the cut and just overall feel gives off a women in charge that is comfortable with her femininity and is sexy and bold. (Pictured)
7) 3 Things if stranded on an island?
The practical person in me would say food, matches and water but the other person that doesn’t care, my alter ego, would say my computer with my sims game and a solar charging station of some sort lol.