Mélange Travel & Lifestyle Magazine July 2017 | Page 175

Trefle Designs have been worn by Beyonce.
2009 Grammy Award Winner R&B and
Soul singer, Chrisette Michele is the face of
Trefle’s Botanical Garden collection. This is
a major accomplishment and a source of
inspiration for many aspiring designers.
Many would wonder, “how did she do
that?”
Kristin’s advice to young people, especially
those in the Caribbean with an idea lurking
somewhere, a dream, but also lots of
hesitation to pursue that dream . . .
About Trèfle’s product expansion
We have started our expansion with wristlets,
hand beach towels, bag charms and slippers
to name a few so we are growing into having
multiple products that can merchandise well
and tell a great story.
About her favourite thing to do in
her downtime
I love to travel! That may not be my official
"downtime" as I usually turn it into a business
trip but for the most part, expriencing new
places, seeing new things and experiencing new
people is something I enjoy.
Two words: “consistency” and “persistence” stay at the
forefront of my mind everyday. In order to achieve, one
must leap. I’ve had many failed attempts, many sleepless
nights, thousands of money poured down the drain and
poor treatment from others in the fashion industry. I
turned “all” my No’s, “you will never make it”, “you can’t
achieve this” and everything else that was and is negative,
into a sprin