In the picturesque town of Waverly, Florida, the seeds of creativity were sown in the heart of a young and vibrant individual.

Flying Solo, the famous platform for fashion designers, once again outshined the competition at this year’s New York Fashion Week (NYFW)

We caught up with the brilliant and insightful Talaya Jessie a few weeks ago and have shared our conversation below.

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

Talaya Jessie is a multi-faceted creative, working as both a fashion designer and author. Her mission is to make bold and subtle statements, whether crafting tailored suits, custom garments, or expressing herself through writing.

NYFW SEPTEMBER 2023 SHOW 4, PART 1 in ELLE