Can Fashion Really Save Lives? Meet the Woman Turning Style into a Mission!

Hold onto your seats, fashionistas! Ebony Pratt, the woman who claims fashion saved her life, is on a mission to change the world, one outfit at a time! In a stunning twist, she has unveiled the Fashion and Retail Style Institute in Kensington, passing down her style wisdom to the next generation.

Flashback to North Philadelphia: Ebony's father worked for the Budd Company till it shut down, while her mom dabbled in retail clothing sales and even took up a bit of modeling! Talk about a style-driven family! Young Pratt, armed with her mother's sewing skills, transformed her Barbie into a fashion icon long before you could buy those chic doll outfits at the store.

With a father who turned real estate investor, Pratt was groomed in entrepreneurship right from her early years. Always ahead of the curve, this style maven was already crafting spectacular finger waves and French rolls for her clients by age 12!

Then came the pivotal moment when a neighbor's daughter started tracking Pratt's fashion footsteps. This fresh validation spurred Pratt to ditch her long locks in favor of a stunning blond look, sending shockwaves through her family (but don't worry, it only fueled her spirit of self-expression!).

Soon, the world began begging for Pratt's style tips and trendy finds. From personal shopping gigs to pop-up fashion shows, she rode the wave of her burgeoning popularity. Clients flocked to her unique sip-and-shop events held right in their living rooms. Talk about a fashion revolution!

Despite becoming a mother of nine and facing challenging times, Pratt's passion for fashion never waned. Even when life threw curveballs, this style queen relied on a strong support system, especially from her children's grandmother, to keep her dreams alive.

After finding stability as a boutique stylist, Pratt dared to dream even bigger by renting a giant loft on West Allegheny Avenue. Renowned as a hub of entrepreneurship, it became the birthplace of the Fashion Retail and Style Institute.

Starting January 20, 2025, Pratt's 12-week intensive program is set to take the fashion world by storm, diving into everything from fashion fundamentals to brand creation and retail operations. Aspiring designers will walk away with their own brand! And just in case the $6,300 tuition sounds daunting, CareerLink offers big scholarships to help cover the fees.

Chasing dreams, defying fears, and making big moves—Ebony Pratt is turning the fashion game on its head. After all, she knows that dreams are much stronger than fears. Are you ready to join her on this awe-inspiring sartorial journey?