Catherine Conway
About Catherine Conway
Catherine Conway is the Founder of 11th STATE Custom Clothiers, where she has worked since 2016. With nearly 20 years of experience in tailoring and styling, she specializes in fashion design and transformational living, collaborating with high-profile clients and eco-conscious partners.
Work at 11th STATE Custom Clothiers
Catherine Conway has served as the Founder of 11th STATE Custom Clothiers since 2016. The company is located at 550 Montgomery Street, 2nd Floor. Under her leadership, the business focuses on providing tailored clothing and personalized styling services. Conway's vision emphasizes the importance of aligning personal appearance with individual character, aiming to enhance client confidence through custom fashion solutions.
Previous Experience in the Fashion Industry
Before founding 11th STATE Custom Clothiers, Catherine Conway held various roles in the fashion industry. She worked as an Executive Stylist at Wingtip for six months in 2016. Prior to that, she spent four years at Tom James Company, where she served as Merchandising Director and was involved in marketing strategy and creative direction. Conway also held the position of Marketing & Public Relations Director at Tom James Company for one year and worked as a Wardrobe Consultant and Custom Tailor for twelve years, providing personalized image consulting and wardrobe design.
Educational Background and Studies
Catherine Conway earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Consumer Textiles and Marketing from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Additionally, she completed supplemental studies in Fashion Styling for Photography at American Intercontinental University. Her educational background has equipped her with a strong foundation in fashion and marketing principles, which she applies in her professional endeavors.
Fashion Design and Sustainability Initiatives
Catherine Conway specializes in fashion design and transformational living. She collaborates with eco-conscious partners to integrate sustainability into her fashion designs. Conway's commitment to sustainable practices reflects her belief in the transformative power of fashion, not only for personal appearance but also for broader environmental considerations.
Influence and Philosophy in Fashion
Catherine Conway's approach to fashion is influenced by her upbringing, learning design from her grandmother, a skilled seamstress. She believes in the transformative power of aligning appearance with character to instill confidence. Conway employs principles of positive psychology and human motivation in her work, developing incentive programs aimed at enhancing employee confidence and appearance through style.