Growing Up Latina

Gabriela Lunna Talks Building a Fashion Line From Scratch, Living Life to The Fullest and Dealing with Grief After The Loss of a Close Friend

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On this episode of Growing Up Latina, Alyi V welcomes Dominican American Fashion Designer, Gabriela Lunna. Gabriela created her own custom atelier, where her goal was to make people feel confident in her clothing. She custom designs pieces for special occasions for the everyday woman like sweet sixteens, weddings, bridal shower dresses, as well as pieces for celebrities like Tokisha, Bernice Burgos, Jailene and Rauw Alejandro, and more. She discusses her start in the fashion industry, building a business from scratch, hiring a team and getting on-the-job training. She recalls the role her mother played in her love for fashion as well as the importance of being with family and living life to the fullest. Gabriela reflects on the loss of her close friend and her grieving process. You don’t want to miss this one, as Gabriela gives us an inside look into the world of fashion and business!

  • Teaser: 00:00:00 - 00:00:34

  • Introducing Guest: 00:01:06 - 00:06:13

  • Early life/childhood: 00:06:13 - 00:16:23

  • What memories does she remember from her sala?: 00:10:02 - 00:11:15

  • Her custom design fashion business: 00:16:23 - 00:28:20

  • Her fun lifestyle and personality on social media: 00:28:20 - 00:36:17

  • Balancing dating and work: 00:36:17 - 00:37:50

  • Who would we be surprised to see her work with?: 00:37:50- 00:39:00

  • Would your younger self have imagined this life?: 00:39:00 - 00:40:30

  • Grief/Losing a loved one: 00:42:15 - 00:47:20

  • What drives you/what is your purpose?: 00:47:20 - 00:49:27

  • What is something you fear?: 00:49:27- 00:52:25

  • Latinos in the fashion industry: 00:52:25- 00:55:10

  • Fashion trends: 00:55:10 - 00:57:07

  • What does she want to be remembered for?: 00:57:07 - 00:59:05

  • Rapid Fire: 00:59:05 - 01:04:29

 

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Growing Up LatinaBy Alyi V