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Alatheia on Kirby: tasteful, fun-loving, competitive.
Kirby on Alatheia: creative, fearless, and ambitious.
In honor of IWD, which female founders inspire you?
Alatheia: Karolina Kurkova of Gryph and IvyRose, Oleema Miller of MIKOH Swimwear and Elizabeth Minett of Cander Paris. All three women are my dear friends and have created their businesses with style, grace and integrity while also doing the delicate balancing act of managing their homes and families.
Kirby: I loved reading Donna Karan’s book, and I quickly became inspired by her story. Other founders that inspire me include, Sara Blakely, Founder of Spanx, Tory Burch, Estée Lauder, Arianna Huffington, and Gwyneth Paltrow. I admire women who have reached success through stepping out of their comfort zones because I know it’s not easy to put yourself “out there”.
What is your go-to work-to-evening look?
Alatheia: Dress with a blazer/cardigan draped over the shoulder!
Kirby: Always a chunky sweater accessorized well!
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Meet Kirby Kurzeka & Alatheia Hart, Co-Founders of Art of Being Female
Sierra: It's a huge advantage that we have 20 years of friendship and trust built into our working relationship — not to mention a shared love of Chipwiches, our favorite childhood camp snack.
How would you describe the other person in three words?
Sierra: Driven, caring, humble
Maddy: Thoughtful, diligent, visionary
In honor of IWD, which female founders inspire you?
Sierra: Diane von Furstenberg, Sana Javeri Kadri, and Jody Williams and Rita Sodi!
What is your go-to work-to-evening look?
Sierra: A floral dress — with white sneakers or Mary Janes, depending on the occasion!
Maddy: I value comfort over most things in my day-to-day clothing choices, so I'll often wear flats or sneakers to work, and change to a heel or boot when I'm going out at night. I also have a pair of gold hoop earrings that I'll put on for special occasions.
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We have been friends since we were 8 years old. We grew up in Waco, Texas and have been "the Melissas" from as far back as we can remember. We grew up doing all sorts of teamwork together - from cheerleading, to youth groups, to choir. Because we have known each other so long, we know each other's gifts which is so helpful in creating a business and dividing roles easily. Additionally, this long history together lends us to inherently trust one another to work hard and have integrity. We both always want the best for each other, personally and in our business.
How would you describe the other person in three words?
Blue: Smart, Diligent, Fun
Mehall: Hard-working, funny, laid back, kind...I could go on and on :)
In honor of IWD, which female founders inspire you?
Blue: There are many incredible female founders so it's hard to pick. But, listening to "How I Built This" by Guy Raz, I fell in love with Elizabeth Cutler and Julie Rice. They were true to their mission, super scrappy and worked really hard and ended up super successful!
Mehall: Nyakio Grieco of Nyakio Beauty, Stacy Madison of Stacy's Pita Chips
What is your go-to work-to-evening look?
Blue: Either a dress that can easily transition or black pants and a cute top
Mehall: I love a dress with booties and switch to high heels! I am a dress kind of girl!
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