We all love some bright colored Lilly P. clothes in our closet, but do we know about the lady behind the designs? Lillian has given us more than just our favorite shift dress and an excuse to dress up, she has given us a great example to follow. She was driven, independent, productive, and original.
Lilly was creative {obviously}.
“I designed collections around whatever struck my fancy ... fruits, vegetables, politics, or peacocks!”
She became a designer when she made clothes with fabrics that could disguise the stains she received from her juice stand. Her bright color palette and creative patterns are eye catching and classy. She designed clothes that she wanted to wear, inspired by her Palm Beach lifestyle.
Lilly didn’t worry about the opinions of others.
“I didn't set out to be unusual or different. I just wanted to do things my way.”
As a young lady, she rode donkeys on the frontier then she eloped with her love, Peter. Lilly lived her life without worrying about what people thought about her designs and her budding entrepreneur lifestyle.
Lilly loved what she did.
“Style isn’t just about what you wear, it’s about how you live.”
Lilly began to sell outfits for ladies (and even men) in Palm Beach and other areas on the East Coast. She continued to raise her children, design clothes, and open stores (all at the same time, mind you).
Lilly loved life.
“It's always summer somewhere.”
Her positive outlook on life is inspiring. Her designs and patterns reflected her personality: bright and full of life.
Thanks, Lilly, for reminding me that “Being happy never goes out of style.” Happiness really is contagious (especially when you are wearing lovely Lilly outfits).
