We had the good fortune of connecting with Morgan Rodgers and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Morgan, can you walk us through the thought-process of starting your business?
I relaunched my brand in June 2020, newly into the pandemic. My thought process was the world had shifted and most people weren’t going out or in need of custom clothing. So I decided I wanted to make a luxury sleepwear brand. Cool Silk by Morgan Madonna is a satin line of sleepwear predominantly for women, with a sprinkle of children and men throughout the line. I was inspired for this shift to sleepwear as most people were not leaving their homes anymore. In fact remote work was at an all time high. Cool Silk is meant to be what I call transition wear. This transitions from day to night and sleepwear to out on the town. Most pieces can be worn out or to bed depending on your own personal preference.

Can you open up a bit about your work and career? We’re big fans and we’d love for our community to learn more about your work.
What sets Cool Silk by Morgan Madonna apart from any other pajama brand is my construction and fabric choices. I believe that sleep should be a huge part of your wellness regimen and that starts at home with how you feel and prep for the night. Being able to decompartmentalize from the earlier stresses of the day. Having that relaxing aromatherapy shower, lighting your candles and laying out the Cool Silk intimate apparel you have decided to rest in for the night! Most pieces are lightweight soft and will keep you cool and comfortable throughout the night. As we all know you’re only as good as the sleep you had the night before. Professionally today I feel that I have made it this far from the support from my community, spreading my brand awareness by having quality goods that create repeat customers. The knowledge I gained at my university (Florida State University) is invaluable that along has continued to provide me with opportunities that might not have previously been available to me. Starting a business and being an entrepreneur was not easy! In fact it may have been one of my most difficult roads I’ve traveled to date. I am a creative I love to design and create and I do this with great passion. But the business analytics and marketing and logistics can make things a bit trying. I have learned for myself that having a team is crucial. This truly allows me to be as creative as I desire without all the stressors of entrepreneurship. Just allowing me to focus on my target market and allow my designs to flow freely. I also have learned to be more patient. The talent and skills are there relax more and go with the flow. Everything is already working for your favor. I want the world to know that Morgan Madonna the Brand as well as Cool Silk are both here to stay and will continue to grow, thrive, and exude innovation. Where there is love and passion you will find my brand. My story and process is not a easy one but my book is still being written and I will not stop!

The Shoutout series is all about recognizing that our success and where we are in life is at least somewhat thanks to the efforts, support, mentorship, love and encouragement of others. So is there someone that you want to dedicate your shoutout to?
My shoutout would first be to God, without him I am nothing! Secondly, would be my parents Derrick and Michelle Rodgers. Without their support and encouragement and buying my first sewing machine I might’ve chose a different route. Their belief in once a young child who had dreams of being a designer led me to choosing the best university to hone in on my craft as well as the freedom and ability to truly chase my dreams. Having your community support friends, family, etc.. makes a huge difference especially when your just getting started and need that extra push at times!

Website: www.morganmadonnathebrand.com

Instagram: @MorganMadonnaTheBrand

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/morgan-rodgers-ms-tae-3786316a/

Facebook: @MorganMadonnaTheBrand

Image Credits
Photographer Larry Dula.

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