Laurie Underwood
Born and raised in Detroit, Michigan, Laurie Underwood is a Fashion Designer of her own label, Wanda Grace, based in Chicago, IL. She attended Cass Technical High School, where she studied Fashion Illustration and Design. Upon graduating, she moved to Chicago to attend the Illinois Institute of Art, where she would soon start to pursue her childhood dreams of becoming a fashion designer. Laurie’s professional experience in fashion included interning for the Midwest sales group for Rocawear and working as a contracted Sales Reps for various urban wear lines. Upon completing her Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design, she went forth to earn a Bachelor of Arts in Retail Marketing & Management, where she would then focus on the business of fashion. Soon after, Laurie started her brand Wanda Grace in 2008 with just 50.00. Wanda Grace is a line of ready-to-wear style driven pieces for the woman who has to work, but loves to play. She continued to build her brand and build awareness through an online store and the social media. In 2015, Laurie was casted as a contestant on Emmy- winning Lifetime’s Project Runway. After have completed the competition, Laurie has expanded her fashion brand into a lifestyle brand with the purpose of empowering women through style.
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