Kathryn Alex

Kathryn Alex is the Founder and Designer of Of Her Own Kind, a fashion brand she established in April 2016 and continues to lead.1 Based in New York, she has over 500 connections on LinkedIn.

Professional Background

Before founding her own company, Kathryn gained valuable experience in the fashion industry:

Prabal Gurung:

• Designer (April 2015 - April 2016)
• Design Assistant (April 2014 - March 2015)
• Design Intern (June 2011 - September 2012)

During her time at Prabal Gurung, she was involved in various aspects of the design process, including:

• Designing womenswear RTW collections
• Developing prints, textiles, and embroideries
• Managing accessory collaborations
• Assisting with runway shows
• Liaising with factories during development sampling1

Education

Kathryn's educational background combines fashion design with a broader academic foundation:

• Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Fashion Design from the Academy of Art University (2010-2013)
• Bachelor of Arts (BA) in International Relations, Economics, and French from the University of Pennsylvania1

Notable Achievements

While still a student, Kathryn contributed to Prabal Gurung's collection for Target, specifically helping to develop the First Date print for the collaboration. This experience allowed her to see her work in stores across the country, a rare accomplishment for a student.2

Kathryn's diverse background, combining fashion design expertise with international relations and economics, along with her experience at a renowned fashion house, has likely contributed to her success in founding and running her own fashion brand, Of Her Own Kind.