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It was then that I got the answer to name it “Classy You by Chrissy Mixon”. So, with
fear and excitement I officially registered my business. My mother has always taught
us and raised me to be a woman of class, and that would be a message reflected
through my brand. However, after my battle and VICTORY with thyroid cancer in
2014, I struggled with finding modest, fashionable clothes that actually fit me due to
my constant weight fluctuations. Honestly, I cried often and got frustrated because
I had a closet full of clothes I couldn’t wear after a thyroductomy, and an open heart
surgery within a couple of months. My self confidence plunged and I was slightly de-
pressed. Immediately, God reminded me that Classy You was the avenue I could use
to encourage, empower and support women by creating custom pieces that would
perfectly fit their body types. Women around the world who felt just like me. It was
then, that I couldn’t stop talking, dreaming and probably annoying my husband with
birthing Classy You to the world. I knew after I graduated from Business school in
2016, that it was the opportune time to launch my brand.
Jchell: How would you describe your line?
Chrissy: Classy You is chic, classy, elegant and embraces both modern and vintage
styles...It definitely caters to the fashion forward, cultured woman who appreciates
the value of a luxury timeless piece.
Jchell: Is your clothing line dedicated to a particular size?
Chrissy: Absolutely not!!Lol! Classy You caters to women of all shapes and sizes. I
believe every woman is beautiful just the way God made them, and I’m just here to
enhance that beauty and boost her confidence through my brand! (winks).
Jchell: You participated in your first fashion show. What was it like to see your de-
signs gracing the runway?
Chrissy: (Exhales) ...My goodness! It was surreal. I was in awe to actually see beau-
tiful women of different sizes, walk confidently, and carelessly on the runway rep-
resenting my brand.. One moment in particular that touched my heart was seeing
one of my models (who was also PH (Pulmonary Hypertension) patient, just radiate
with beauty and confidence as she prepared for the runway. She kept saying “I love
my pieces, they fit perfectly”, she couldn’t stop smiling, looking in the mirror and she
looked amazing. During our fittings, she shared how she had lost her confidence and
got discouraged, after finding out about the disease and like myself, had multiple ac-
counts of weight fluctuations. To see her glowing and so confident at that moment,
reminded me why I am here. My purpose. My call of duty and service. I kept thank-
ing God and saying to myself “Wow! This is what it’s all about.”