Young, talented and local designers are bringing inspiration, creativity and a unique viewpoint to style. With their eyes on breaking out, they’re bringing new blood to the fashion world. Special thanks to Creative Hub Worcester – an unique non-profit organization dedicated to building a thriving arts community space in Worcester. Photography by Justin Mayotte.

Designer: Ernie Jubin
Brand: SOLOJUBIN Clothing
Website: facebook.com/ernie.jubin

Age: 24
Town: Worcester
Company location: Worcester

How did you start designing? I started designing in 2012. I was blessed to have Yildiz, who owns Rice Square Alterations in Worcester, teach me how to sew. I have always had an eye for fashion from an early age and was fortunate enough to have so many people help me develop my craft.

Describe your designs. I would say my designs are bold! I use a lot of different prints and fabrics. You can see SOLOJUBIN on women, men and even children. My goal is to perfect my craft because this fashion industry is very competitive. Ultimately, I would like to make it to the top and travel the world, as I see many individuals decked out in SOLOJUBIN.

What makes your brand unique? What makes my brand unique is I do not discriminate against any fabrics or prints. I believe I can make something that seems like nothing into a masterpiece.

What inspires you? I have a lot of things that inspire me – from people, history and music especially. Sometimes, the flow of the music and lyrics create a visual in my head and I start to sketch on new pieces

What do you see in your future? By God’s grace, I hope my future is bright and filled with blessings. I would love to see SOLOJUBIN make it to the top. Also, I would love to make it to New York Fashion Week. A couple of my friends and I were featured in Elle magazine during the Afropunk Festival this summer in Brooklyn.

“All my pieces are made from scratch. I am a designer and a stylist, but I am a designer first.”