Princess Wiggins Lyles is a lawyer turned entrepreneur whose online consignment boutique, Affordable Beauty, sells wedding and formal dresses, girl’s dresses and accessories.
What inspired you to start Affordable Beauty?
My love and enjoyment for fashion came from watching the women in my family who always seemed to look fabulous to me. Personally, I have always been pretty cost-conscious but never to the point where I would sacrifice quality. The concept of Affordable Beauty which is an online consignment shop combines my love for fashion and my cost-conscious nature. It’s all about obtaining quality in a cost effective manner by finding formal attire that has rarely been fully utilized.
How has the transition from being a lawyer to business owner been?
The transition has been fine. I practiced law for nearly three years and it just wasn’t my favorite thing in the world to do. I think it surprises others that I actually gave up practicing law. My legal background has helped me in many aspects of my business, for example, in forming my legal business entity and in negotiating with clients.
What are your favorite pieces?
I name each piece that I receive. I really love Turquoise Blues, it’s a floor length formal gown by BCBG Maxaria. If I could fit this piece, it would be mine! Having said that, there are many really nice pieces by other names like Ralph Lauren and Calvin Klein.
What are your plans for the future of Affordable Beauty?
The plan is to increase Affordable Beauty’s collections and its visibility as an online consignment gallery. Anyone can contribute to the collection by sending photo’s of wedding gowns and formal gowns they are interested in selling on consignment.
Who or what motivates you?
My husband and my family. My husband because he is so supportive of me and always looks for ways to make any endeavor that we do successful. Anything we do is a “we” effort because we are truly on the same team. My family because I was brought up to believe in the power of my dreams and to know that if I was willing to work hard, I could accomplish anything I put my mind to.
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