We Are Ready.
Krystal Lewis, Creative Director, CEO
Black Unicorn Merchandising is a boutique apparel design company specializing in custom design, ethical sourcing and low minimum manufacturing. We are a highly dynamic team of fashion connoisseurs, steadfastly committed to delivering top-tier garments that epitomize your brand's visionary essence. Our comprehensive approach spans the entire design process, from conceptualization and artistic sketching to intricate pattern making, meticulous prototyping, and seamless production.
Whether you represent a startup brand in need of a lot of guidance or an esteemed label seeking to ease the workload, rest assured that our unwavering dedication and unrivaled passion will bring your apparel ideas to life.
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MEET THE TEAM
IVORY GAINES
NAME: Ivory Gaines
SUPER POWER: Off the CHARTS master of sales strategy and event planning
CATEGORY: Sales and Event Management
HOW SHE HOOKED ME: We met in college back stage at a fashion show. I saw how she commanded a room full of people with such ease and I latched myself to her like a barnacle. To this day I have watched her start and grow businesses and masterfully plan events that dazzle every sense.
Gio Garufi
NAME: Giovanni Garufi or Gio for short @halfmoondclothing_
SUPER POWER: Streetwear with POWERFUL⚡ graphic design skills.
CATEGORY: Contemporary Young Mens and Youth Boys
HOW HE HOOKED ME: He was confident enough to ask for an interview a FULL WEEK after I wanted to wrap up (due to a scheduling conflict)😄. That took guts and showed me he was just as serious about this as me! Then I looked at his portfolio and I got goosebumps from head to toe. Boy's got SKILLS!
He's what artists are made of and I cannot wait to channel that into something really great together. 😎🎨⭐
Malik Nettles
NAME: Malik Nettles
SUPER POWER: Graphic Design BOSS and Cool Demeanor
CATEGORY: Men’s and Boys Athleisure and Activewear
HOW HE HOOKED ME: when you momentarily forget you're interviewing someone and your feel like you are talking to an old friend from design school - that's got to be a good sign!! Then his passion for Streetwear? What more did I need? We ended the call and I wrote "Winner! Winner! Winner!" At the top of his resume!
We are planning the TAKE OVER!!
Maddie Harvey
NAME: Madelyn Harvey
SUPER POWER: Mad SELF TAUGHT sewing skills and infectious positivity.
CATEGORY: Office Management and Ladies / Girls Design Asst.
HOW SHE HOOKED ME: I just didn't want to end our interview 😄! She was so fun to talk to and I was impressed by how driven she is with her cosplay and 4H. I kept her resume on my desk FOR WEEKS determined to find the right fit for her on my team🤔.
Helping ME develop courses for people like HER... well duh 😂! WELCOME, MADELYN!!!
Katherine (Katy) Barfuss
NAME: Katy Barfuss
SUPER POWER: Ambitious and Bold Networking and Design Skills.
CATEGORY: Design Intern
HOW SHE HOOKED ME: Katy had a quiet confidence that cut right through any interview jitters. She shared with me that she had already dabbled in design and manufacturing completely on her own with NO EXPERIENCE and I was just impressed by her drive! Now I hope to just pour gasoline on that talent and help her become Super Katy!
Starting a clothing line is like... hard. But finding a reliable freelancer is like... really hard. You can stop looking! YOU FOUND ONE!
Take a minute to watch this short About Us video and then head over to the website to schedule your consultation.
I'm SO STOKED every 👏🏾 single 👏🏾 time 👏🏾 I get a consultation on the calendar. My guess is you are equally as excited to start your clothing line.
Let's take a look at what a consultation with Black Unicorn looks like so we can jump right into yours!
Everyone wants to see a sample before they place an order. I TOTALLY GET IT! How do you get a sample though?
You need a tech pack right? Maybe some hangtags...? Watch this video and learn about the difference between the apparel DESIGN process Vs. the apparel SAMPLING process. 😎
Doing some research on starting a clothing line? Fantastic because it's what I doooo!
The most frequently asked question in my consultations are:
• How do you start a clothing line?
• Can you help me with just one part of the process?
• What is a Tech Pack?
• Can I get a perfect 1st sample?
• Do you guarantee ethical manufacturers / ethical suppliers / ethical factories?
If you want to prepare yourself for the consultation ahead of time be sure to watch the about us video: https://youtu.be/dIb_XcqAbZk. But if you want to ensure your consultation is smooth and impactful watch my FAQ video!