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The Christie Taylor Show: Fashion Designer Korto Momolu | Queen of the Nile Fashion Show
This episode of The Christie Taylor Show features Liberian born fashion designer and stylist Korto Momolu (pronounced CUT-TOE MOE-MOE-LOO) who is stamping her global brand in fashion with a women’s wear and accessory line that celebrates the essence of her rich heritage through the use of traditional, luxury fabrics.
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Bio: Inspired by her African roots, Liberian born fashion designer and stylist Korto Momolu (pronounced CUT-TOE MOE-MOE-LOO) is stamping her global brand in fashion. With a women’s wear and accessory line that celebrate the essence of her rich heritage through the use of traditional, luxury fabrics. A graduate of L’academies des Couturiers Design Institute in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada [Korto relocated to Canada in 1990 following the coup in her homeland Liberia]. Advancing her field experience, she auditioned for and earned a spot on the 5th season of Bravo’s Emmy Nominated show Project Runway. Throughout the season, Korto’s primary signature use of color and diversity in print, style and presentation made her one to watch. Her feisty spirit resonated well with the audience earning her the coveted “Fan Favorite” vote and ultimately a placement of 1st runner up. Career highlights include headlining countless fashion shows worldwide in places like Jamaica, Cayman Islands, British Virgin Islands, Honduras, Canada and Liberia.
Korto was commissioned by Alice Walton to design uniforms for The Crystal Bridges Museum staff based on her ability to design for people of all shapes and sizes. She served as the “Cheerios ambassador” for the Shoprite Partners in Caring “Knock out Hunger” campaign and continues to contribute her time and talents to countless charitable and philanthropic endeavors. Highlighted as Top 5 to watch by New York magazine, Korto has been featured in countless international and national publications including Elle, Us Weekly, Marie Claire, Arise, Essence, Sundance Channel, Soap Opera Digest, BBC, just to name a few. Television appearances include Project Runway All Stars 3, Arise TV, Bet’s Rip the Runway, Bet’s Lens on Talent, All on the Line and countess others. She’s also provided several fashion shows aboard the Tom Joyner Fantastic Voyage as well as the Tom Joyner Family Reunion. Korto currently resides in Little Rock, Arkansas with her family.
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By Christie TaylorThis episode of The Christie Taylor Show features Liberian born fashion designer and stylist Korto Momolu (pronounced CUT-TOE MOE-MOE-LOO) who is stamping her global brand in fashion with a women’s wear and accessory line that celebrates the essence of her rich heritage through the use of traditional, luxury fabrics.
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Bio: Inspired by her African roots, Liberian born fashion designer and stylist Korto Momolu (pronounced CUT-TOE MOE-MOE-LOO) is stamping her global brand in fashion. With a women’s wear and accessory line that celebrate the essence of her rich heritage through the use of traditional, luxury fabrics. A graduate of L’academies des Couturiers Design Institute in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada [Korto relocated to Canada in 1990 following the coup in her homeland Liberia]. Advancing her field experience, she auditioned for and earned a spot on the 5th season of Bravo’s Emmy Nominated show Project Runway. Throughout the season, Korto’s primary signature use of color and diversity in print, style and presentation made her one to watch. Her feisty spirit resonated well with the audience earning her the coveted “Fan Favorite” vote and ultimately a placement of 1st runner up. Career highlights include headlining countless fashion shows worldwide in places like Jamaica, Cayman Islands, British Virgin Islands, Honduras, Canada and Liberia.
Korto was commissioned by Alice Walton to design uniforms for The Crystal Bridges Museum staff based on her ability to design for people of all shapes and sizes. She served as the “Cheerios ambassador” for the Shoprite Partners in Caring “Knock out Hunger” campaign and continues to contribute her time and talents to countless charitable and philanthropic endeavors. Highlighted as Top 5 to watch by New York magazine, Korto has been featured in countless international and national publications including Elle, Us Weekly, Marie Claire, Arise, Essence, Sundance Channel, Soap Opera Digest, BBC, just to name a few. Television appearances include Project Runway All Stars 3, Arise TV, Bet’s Rip the Runway, Bet’s Lens on Talent, All on the Line and countess others. She’s also provided several fashion shows aboard the Tom Joyner Fantastic Voyage as well as the Tom Joyner Family Reunion. Korto currently resides in Little Rock, Arkansas with her family.
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LIKE us on Facebook @TheChristieTaylorShow | Subscribe to The Christie Taylor Show on Apple, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Google Podcast, Anchor, RadioPublic, Castbox, Overcast, Pocket Casts, Breaker
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The Christie Taylor Show is brought to you by the following:
Metro View Media: The Journalistic View Looks Good from Here | Detroit-Based with a Global Reach
Black Lava Films: Home Entertainment and Interactive Media Company | @blacklavafilms | blacklavafilms.com
The SheEO Mindset: A Female Entrepreneur Marketing Firm & Podcast | FB @sheeonicolegates
The Podcast Center: Your Professional Video and Podcast Studio | Remote Broadcasting | Cable TV
FB: @thepodcastcenter