We recently connected with El Ryce and have shared our conversation below.
Hi El, really happy you were able to join us today and we’re looking forward to sharing your story and insights with our readers. Let’s start with the heart of it all – purpose. How did you find your purpose?
Starting off it took me a while to understand what my true calling was. I initially started with customizing sneakers, but that was so time-consuming and that interest started to fade. Then I pivoted and started focusing in the actual designing of clothes. This filled the void that I always tried to fill, of not knowing what my purpose was.
Appreciate the insights and wisdom. Before we dig deeper and ask you about the skills that matter and more, maybe you can tell our readers about yourself?
I have always been a creator. Artistry has been instilled in me for as long as I can remember. I transitioned from doing physical drawings and artwork into clothing that I wanted for myself. That passion grew over the years which led me to create a clothing brand. I feel my brand instills a positive message along with trendy styles. I feel most proud because I have built this brand by myself from the ground up and love to see the following we continue to get behind the brand. Many brands are male dominated and Im happy to be one of many females to continue to make a pathway for other women..
If you had to pick three qualities that are most important to develop, which three would you say matter most?
I have always had a skill of drawing , having fashion sense and having an eye for knowing whats catchy and trendy. These things allowed me to build my brand from being able to design sketches, then putting them together. I could always pinpoint what would grab a consumers attention. So this allowed me to navigate very easily when it came to bringing in actual sales. Its always best to have a niche and understand what your audience is. Having a story behind your brand also is encouraged when starting off any kind of brand. This keeps your consumers engaged.
Okay, so before we go we always love to ask if you are looking for folks to partner or collaborate with?
Currently I would love to connect with the music industry. I previously had my product in a major television series and that compelled me to want to expand even further. Music is the language that connects people. I would like to convey my brand messages with artist so that the world can see who we are.
Contact Info:
- Website: creatorsownly.com
- Instagram: Ownlybrand
- Facebook: Ownlybrand
- Twitter: Ownlybrandco
Image Credits
Showtime HillmanGrad Productions
