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Michigan Chronicle Spotlights Lindsay Jenkins at DUEMODA’s First Show, Celebrating Detroit Fashion and Social Commentary
DUEMODA's debut fashion show at the University of Michigan showcased Lindsay Jenkins' vibrant and colorful designs, emphasizing the creative spirit of Detroit fashion. Her work stood out as a testament to the power of style as both self-expression and a platform for social commentary. This event marked a milestone in connecting fashion with broader cultural and social narratives, with Jenkins' designs playing a central role in inspiring and sparking dialogue.
Detroit Free Press Highlights Lindsay Jenkins’ Collaboration with The Lip Bar
Lindsay Jenkins, founder of Lynzi, partnered with The Lip Bar for a Detroit pop-up, showcasing her bold designs alongside video installations on mental health and entrepreneurship. This collaboration fused fashion and storytelling, sparking conversations and empowering women through confidence and resilience.
Raydar Magazine: LYNZI Wants to Redefine Womenswear
Raydar Magazine highlights Lindsay Jenkins, founder of Lynzi, a Detroit-based womenswear brand launched in 2014. Lynzi blends femininity with edgy, bold designs, inspired by Lindsay’s family legacy as a fourth-generation seamstress. The brand embodies confidence and individuality, offering high-quality dresses, trousers, and bikinis. Lindsay’s Detroit upbringing shaped her determination and hustle, reflected in Lynzi’s unique style. Her vision includes empowering women, collaborating with muses like Zendaya and Rihanna, and expanding through fashion shows, pop-ups, and community engagement.
Fuse TV Celebrates Lindsay Jenkins for Future Black History Month
As part of Future Black History Month, Fuse TV spotlighted Lindsay Jenkins and her original brand, The Retell Closet. Launched in 2014 as an art project during her senior year at Henry Ford Academy in Detroit, The Retell Closet grew into a bold fashion brand blending chic, flamboyant styles with a retro vibe. In 2020, Jenkins rebranded her label to Lynzi, continuing her mission to empower and inspire through innovative designs that reflect Detroit's creative and entrepreneurial spirit.
AIGA Highlights Lindsay Jenkins and the Legacy of Lynzi
Lynzi, founded by Detroit-native Lindsay Jenkins in 2014, is a women’s fashion brand for style-conscious individuals seeking bold, feminine designs with a masculine undertone. What began as an art project during Jenkins' senior year at Henry Ford Academy has evolved into a thriving business rooted in her family’s rich legacy of fashion design and seamstressing. Each piece is uniquely designed and produced in Detroit, continuing the Jenkins family tradition of creativity and craftsmanship.
EMCEE Magazine: Lindsay Jenkins on Building The Retell Closet and Detroit’s Fashion Scene
In an interview with EMCEE Magazine, Detroit fashion designer Lindsay Jenkins shared her journey from recreating her mother’s 1990s sketch in high school to launching her original brand, The Retell Closet, in 2014. Inspired by her family’s legacy and Detroit’s vibrant culture, Jenkins creates bold, statement-making collections that reflect her city’s style and energy.
Discussing her challenges, Lindsay emphasized the importance of self-reliance, a lesson from her mother that shaped her entrepreneurial journey. From learning photography to managing her own branding, Jenkins has built her business on discipline, consistency, and independence.
Lindsay also reflected on the Detroit market’s influence on her work and her plans to expand through shows and collaborations. Her ultimate goal is to live comfortably off her passion, owning a store in a high-traffic city, and continuing to inspire through her creativity and drive.
MetroArts Detroit: Lindsay Jenkins Spotlighted on PBS
MetroArts Detroit features Lindsay Jenkins, a Detroit-based fashion designer, in an inspiring PBS segment. The video showcases an exclusive interview with Jenkins and highlights her captivating fashion show. As a key figure in Detroit’s creative scene, Jenkins discusses her journey, artistic vision, and how her designs empower individuals through bold and innovative fashion. The segment celebrates the vibrant artistry emerging from the metro Detroit area.
Henry Ford Academy Spotlight: Lindsay Jenkins’ Journey from Student to Fashion Entrepreneur
Henry Ford Academy celebrates Lindsay Jenkins, a 2015 graduate, fashion designer, and entrepreneur. During her Senior Mastery Process (SMP), Lindsay interned at Bob’s Classic Kicks and created her first two dresses, launching her brand, The Retell Closet. She describes the experience as "life-changing" and now gives back by mentoring HFA students through internships. Known for her bold, Detroit-proud designs blending 90s flair with chic styles, Lindsay embodies the creative spirit fostered at HFA.