Today’s Focus: Meet club member Libby Tolm. Her passion for crochet inspired her to start her own business.
Full name/pronouns: Libby Love Tolm (she/her)
Location: Austin, Texas
Askum Club Membership from: September 2022
Instagram account: @lilovet
My signature look: Anything that makes me feel good, from a sophisticated crochet dress to an oversized sweatsuit. I love wearing my crochet creations – people often can’t believe they are made by hand.
My favorite designers: I love Laura Kim and Fernando Garcia at Monse for their deconstructed business attire (I will never get tired of wearing my asymmetrical tank top dress!) and I also love the look of Oscar de la Renta’s dresses because of their exquisite craftsmanship. I love Raphaël Chaoich’s unique take on oversized streetwear that caters to a variety of body types—I was so happy to find his Champion collaboration when it dropped.
On my fashion wish list: the Oscar de la Renta Resort 2025 Orchid Tweed Jacket.
A fun fact about me: I studied finance and investments and never thought I would pursue a career in fashion. But one day 12 years ago, I started Elite Knitting Studio. I create hand-knitted and crocheted clothing to help bring designers’ visions to life. I can’t imagine life without crocheting or without watching TV.
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