Melony Huber, the founder and design director of La Peony, is an embodiment of purpose-driven fashion entrepreneurship. Her journey to launching this ethical women's luxury clothing line is as inspiring as the pieces themselves.
From Biology to Blooming Beauty:
Huber's initial path took her through a BS in Biology and into construction contracting. However, motherhood sparked a discovery – a natural eye for design. For three decades, she honed this skill, crafting bold aesthetics for various interior spaces. This experience instilled in her a desire to create timeless and functional pieces that enhance daily life.
From Intuition to Inspiration:
In 2021, a chance encounter with a friend led to the creation of La Peony. Inspired by the desire to support global artisans and contribute to a fair-trade marketplace, Huber began crafting a line of handcrafted luxury handbags. This initial spark grew into an entire collection of beautiful, versatile clothing designed to empower women through every stage of life.
La Peony: Where Ethics Meet Aesthetics:
The vision for La Peony is deeply rooted in collaboration with a community of Mexican textile craftswomen. Huber's relationship with these women goes beyond business; it's about empowering them to support their families through their artistic talents. This commitment to ethical practices is woven into the very fabric of La Peony.
Beyond Design:
When not sourcing fabrics or designing the next "it" piece, Huber enjoys indulging in her other passions – golfing, painting, and traveling with her family: Hector (the love of her life) and their three furry companions.
Join us at #WFDWMiami
The Wonder Woman Initiative is honored to showcase La Peony's story of intentional craftsmanship at Women's Fashion and Design Week in Miami. We invite you to discover the beauty and purpose woven into every piece of La Peony.