We recently connected with Elle Horton and have shared our conversation below.

Elle, thanks for joining us, excited to have you contributing your stories and insights. What sort of legacy are you hoping to build. What do you think people will say about you after you are gone, what do you hope to be remembered for?

My vision for the future is a holistic approach to success, balancing physical, spiritual, and family health with meaningful contributions to the community and fulfilling work. I aspire to create a legacy that inspires and empowers others, focusing on entrepreneurship, empowerment, and personal growth.

As part of this vision, I plan to establish a purpose school to cultivate the next generation of leaders and innovators. I also aim to launch nonprofit initiatives that support women entrepreneurs and create a community of affordable housing for singles and families. I hope to be remembered as a compassionate and creative person, always ready to offer advice and support.

Ultimately, I want to be recognized as a creative visionary who made a significant impact while pursuing her dreams. This legacy will reflect my commitment to chasing destiny and making a difference that lasts for generations.

Elle, before we move on to more of these sorts of questions, can you take some time to bring our readers up to speed on you and what you do?

I’m Elle Horton, originally from Griffin, Georgia, a suburb south of Atlanta, and I’ve been living in New York City since 2008. From a young age, fashion has always been a significant part of my life, initially influenced by my mother and sister. However, it wasn’t until I went to college that I realized fashion could be more than a hobby—it could be a career. I studied Mass Communication and Art History at Savannah State University, but I discovered my passion for fashion styling much later.

In 2001, after leaving my job as a store manager for Express, Limited Brands, I enrolled in American Inter-Continental University, Atlanta, to pursue a degree in Fashion Marketing and Design, graduating in 2004. This turning point felt like Divine Intervention, setting me on the path to working in fashion. While at AIU, I discovered a flyer for a fashion styling certification from Fred Segal in Los Angeles. I took a 2-day course and started applying what I learned, working with agencies like Shirlene Brooks and the Green Room Agency in Atlanta, styling for fashion editorials, local talk shows, and fashion shows for Nordstrom and Saks Fifth Avenue. I also styled music artists like Killer Mike, Usher, and created CD covers for Time Warner Music artists.

In 2004, I took a bold step and cold-called June Ambrose, JAY-Z’s stylist at the time, asking if there were internship opportunities. Within days, I was in New York City. Fast-forward 15 years later, and I’ve reinvented myself as a Women Empowerment Founder with The Prophetess Shop, an empowerment apparel brand with plans to expand into beauty, skincare, and wellness. I’m also the CEO of Elle Horton LLC Consulting, focusing on transformation through personal brand styling.

I work closely with women who want to reinvent themselves and cultivate authentic style. I believe in the power of appearance in shaping one’s personal brand, and I empower women to embrace their unique identity through fashion. As a personal brand stylist, transformation coach, and entrepreneur, I’m most proud of my resilience and determination to make an impact in society and culture. I started my fashion career at 32, designed my first capsule collection at 40, and now I’m spreading the message that you can reinvent yourself at any age and at any stage.

Can you tell us about a time you’ve had to pivot?

During the pandemic, my career as a fashion stylist took a dramatic turn. Prior to the global crisis, my work revolved around in-person client sessions, styling for photo shoots, and coordinating fashion events. The sudden onset of the pandemic forced a major pivot as the fashion industry, like many others, faced shutdowns and social distancing mandates.

I had to quickly rethink my approach to work, knowing that traditional styling services would not be feasible in the near future. The uncertainty of the situation was daunting, but it also presented an opportunity to explore a new direction. That’s when I decided to become a transformation coach, focusing on personal brand styling with a broader emphasis on helping women redefine themselves during challenging times. But my transformation coaching extended beyond just fashion. It involved supporting women as they navigated the emotional toll of the pandemic, encouraging them to embrace change and find their inner strength.

The experience of pivoting from a stylist to a transformation coach during the pandemic taught me the value of adaptability, resilience, and the importance of supporting others during times of change. This journey not only transformed my career but also deepened my passion for helping women discover their inner power, one virtual consultation at a time.

Learning and unlearning are both critical parts of growth – can you share a story of a time when you had to unlearn a lesson?

One lesson I had to unlearn was the notion that my abilities, gifts, and talents were confined to just one domain: fashion. This misconception had shaped my early career path, leading me to believe that my contributions were limited to styling and design. However, my journey ultimately revealed that my impact extended far beyond fashion, encompassing the role of a healer and guide for women seeking transformation.

My backstory involves growing up as the so-called “black sheep” in my family, a label that often came with its own set of challenges. This led me to constantly feel the need to fight for my creative license, not just within my family, but also in various employment situations. I frequently encountered resistance when trying to explore different aspects of my creativity or when advocating for new ideas. This experience of pushing against boundaries instilled in me a belief that I was constrained to a particular role or field, preventing me from exploring other dimensions of my potential.

It wasn’t until I began offering personal styling sessions that I started to realize the deeper connections I was building with my clients. While we initially focused on fashion, our conversations often delved into personal stories, past traumas, and mindset blocks. I found that I was naturally adept at helping women get unstuck, guiding them to overcome emotional hurdles and empowering them to embrace their true selves. This realization was a turning point—it opened my eyes to the fact that my talents weren’t limited to fashion; I had the capacity to heal and transform lives.

Unlearning the idea that I was confined to a single basket allowed me to embrace my role as a transformation coach. It encouraged me to explore new ways to help women achieve holistic growth, both in style and in spirit. This shift in perspective not only broadened my career but also deepened my commitment to empowering women on their journey to personal and professional success. It was a powerful lesson in embracing my unique abilities and rejecting the limitations that others or even I had placed on myself.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://linktr.ee/ellehortonconsulting
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_transformationcoach1/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100088729935450
• Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/latonya-horton-personal-brand-consultant-a5b77399?lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3Ad_flagship3_profile_view_base_contact_details%3BPnwFCdzVQaabPd0G%2FVxz9w%3D%3D
• Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-svYs83KZjAH1OKxQUFMhQ