2. 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.
3. 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.
4. 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.
5. 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.
6. Her Style
"Ilove 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.
7. 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.
8. 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.
9. 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.
