Carolina Herrera

By: Ali

Childhood

Carolina Herrera was born in 1939 in Caracas, Venezuela. As a child, Carolina grew up in a wealthy family that consisted of her three siblings and her strict mother. She believes that because of her strict mother it led her to have a successful career in the fashion industry. At the age of 13 Carolina went with her grandma to Cristobal Balenciaga, in Paris, France where she attended her first couture show.

About Caracas, Venezuela

Caracas is the capitol of Venezuela and has a population of over 4 million people. The Spanish colonial history of Caracas strongly influences its culture. The official language of Venezuela is Spanish but there are many other languages spoken in Caracas. Some of these languages include Chibcha, Arahuccas, and Caribes. Dishes in Caracas are often based around the ingredients of rice, chicken, bananas, and black beans. In Caracas you can find many museums and galleries.

When Carolina was Older

At the age of 18 Carolina got married but shortly after she got a divorce. After her divorce she remarried. Then she lived in a house in Venezuela with her 4 daughters and her husband.

Introduction to Fashion

Carolina had created a fashion collection as a “Test” that some of her friends admired. In 1980 Carolina’s “Test” collection was recognized by fashion editor, Diana Vreeland. After this positive reaction she moved with her family to New York where she started Carolina Herrera, Ltd.

Her Style

"I love the idea of elegance and intricacy, but whether it is in a piece of clothing or a fragrance, the intricacy must appear as simplicity" said Carolina Herrera. Her style is also sleek, chic, and glamorous. In other words Carolina’s style is beautiful, fancy, and detailed but it must appear in a simple way.

Inspiration

In 1997 Carolina got her inspiration Carmen Miranda. She used ruffles, platform shoes, and feathers to create beautiful things that described this colorful 40’s film star. The film on the life of Eva Peron, “Evita” gave Carolina the idea to have girls walk the runway in ruffled skirts, printed chiffon, and silk suits. She also had the girls hair pulled back in blond chignons or a coil of hair in the back of their head.

Carolina Herrera, Ltd.

In Carolina’s fashion collection you can find incredibly detailed creations demanded by specialty stores. You can also find suits, dresses, gowns, fragrances, and many other beautiful things.

Customers

Some of Carolina’s customers were famous people like Caroline Kennedy who wore one of Carolina’s wedding dresses for her wedding. Other clients include Oscar winners and actresses like Renée Zellweger. Another customer of Carolina’s was First Lady Laura Bush.

Some of Her Creations

More of Her Creations

Fun Fact

Bella Swan in Twilight Breaking Dawn wore a dress designed by Carolina Herrera.

Video

• http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9j3sS4MkrEY&feature=player_detailpage

Sources

• http://www.freeinfosociety.com/article.php?id=365

• http://www.infomat.com/whoswho/carolinaherrera.html

• http://www.fashionmodeldirectory.com/designers/carolina-herrera/

• http://traveltips.usatoday.com/cultural-caracas-venezuela-63367.html

• http://www.vogue.com/collections/spring-2011/carolina-herrera/review/

• http://theweddingqueen.blogspot.com/2011/11/golden-veils.html

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