Episode 24: Wardrobe Talk w/ Television Style Guru Ty Turner
Bio:
Tysha Ampadu aka Ty Turner is Celebrity Wardrobe Stylist and Costume Designer to the stars.
With her background mainly in television, Ty’s TV work credits include the BET Awards, Spring Bling, 106 &Park, and Rap City. Viacom shows such as Nick Cannon's Wild N Out, Uncommon Sense , Girl Code Live, Love & Hip Hop (The Reunion Series), etc. Plus she’s the reason Charlamagne Tha God stays fresh for all of his major appearances and book covers.
With a passion for clothing and dress as art, she understands that people see the clothes first before they even hear you speak!
Questions and discussion topics.
Issa Look Segment: Somebody in the media this week that you felt slayed
What was the fuel, series of events and inspiration that lead you all to become a Wardrobe stylist? Who was the first person you styled and how did it make you feel?
Do you recommend school or just getting out there and making the connections?
What was your biggest struggle when you first started out? Is it really difficult to break into television?
What are the trends for summer as well as the following season ( colors, silhouettes, fabrications) Do you feel that customization is taking over in all facets of the industry?
Do you find it easier working with women or men?
Is it hard to find and retain clients? Do you have issues with budgets? Describe your ideal client.
What would you say is the hardest part about breaking into the fashion industry for African American Stylist? Do you feel your boxed in to one type of category? I.E. Urban
Have you ever faced any backlash or adversity in the industry?
Fashion Stories Segment: Success or Disaster story with a client or customer that you learned something from
Do you find it difficult to partner with other stylist? Is it difficult to tell a story with two different visions?
A lot of your background is African American/urban culture based to plan on stepping into new markets or do you want to cater to just the CULTURE?
How do you deal with women transitioning from buying their own clothes to working with a stylist that may have a different vision.
Let’s talk about some of the shows you have been a part of. Which were your favorite?
What are 3 items every woman needs in her closet this summer?
You have so many achievements, what is next for you in the next 5 years?
Fashion Inspo Segment: Exhibits, Events, Readings, Current Muse
You can keep up with Ty @tyturner & @thestylehiclubis
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