Taquiela Wright’s journey from aerospace engineer to fashion designer is a testament to resilience and creativity. After overcoming severe health challenges and personal setbacks, Wright founded Delisa Rose, a lingerie brand aimed at empowering women. Her story showcases how adversity can spark innovation and lead to unexpected career paths.
From Illness to Inspiration: The Birth of Delisa Rose
Wright’s life took an unexpected turn when she was diagnosed with a severe stomach infection. This illness, which nearly claimed her life, forced her to reevaluate her priorities. “I was trying to figure things out with my life, in terms of my post-divorce and battling an illness that took me three years to recover from,” Wright shared with MadameNoire.
During her recovery, Wright lost significant weight and struggled with self-confidence. These experiences became the catalyst for Delisa Rose. She wanted to create a brand that would help women feel beautiful both inside and out.
Engineering Beauty: Aerospace Skills in Fashion Design
Wright’s background as an aerospace engineer plays a crucial role in her approach to lingerie design. She applies her technical skills to tackle one of the industry’s biggest challenges: creating well-fitting bras for various body types.
“In this collection, you will see some different bra shapes,” Wright explained. “We’ve tried to innovate a new way of making a certain type of cup fit the breast area for a particular range of sizes.”
Breaking Barriers in the Fashion Industry
Delisa Rose is making history as one of the first Black-owned lingerie brands to debut at major fashion events. The brand has already appeared at the MAGIC Trade Show and New York Fashion Week. Now, it’s set to make its Paris Fashion Week debut with the new Fantasy Collection.
Wright’s success in these prestigious events demonstrates her brand’s growing influence. It also highlights the importance of diversity in the fashion industry.
The Fantasy Collection: Marrying Dreams and Design
The upcoming Fantasy Collection draws inspiration from Mariah Carey’s “Fantasy” and “Dream Lover” era. Wright aims to create an illusion of fantasy through her designs. “You’ll see some embellishments and some diamonds and pearls. It’s a lot of beautiful, soft-tone colors that will complement the 2025 season that’s coming,” she revealed.
This collection showcases Wright’s ability to blend nostalgia with innovation. It also reflects her commitment to creating lingerie that makes women feel confident and beautiful.
Beyond Fashion: Empowering Women Through Delisa Rose
Wright’s vision for Delisa Rose extends beyond creating beautiful lingerie. She sees the brand as a platform for empowering women and promoting body positivity. “We’re working on a big campaign called Sexy Has No Size,” Wright shared.
This campaign aims to showcase women with real-life experiences and diverse body types. It aligns with Wright’s personal journey and her belief that confidence comes from within, not from size or shape.
