"Creatives with Aloha" featuring Leslie & Lacey of C.U.T. Market Maui
“Why fit in, when you were born to stand out.”
These two talented ladies are the definition of #Creativeswithaloha
Meet Leslie Nunez & Lacey Plant. The badass boss babes behind @cutmarketmaui. Clothes Designers. Fashionistas. Ultra cool. Longtime friends. Passionate entrepreneurs.
Starting a new business from scratch is not for the faint of heart, and creating fashion trends under the “conscious, upcycled, threads” mentality is bold and exactly what Maui needed! I’m super proud of these two designers, and absolutely LOVE following their sassy and always witty Instagram journey.
Such amazing inspiration for other aspiring business owners, and the perfect example of having a dream, finding a niche with a specific target market, advertising smart, and providing customers with exactly what they can’t get enough of! Definitely a boutique to visit on your next trip to Maui, but pieces are also available online!
Enjoy some Q&A with Lesile & Lacey:
What's your favorite part about being a clothing designer?
“The most rewarding feeling definitely comes from seeing people in our T-shirt’s and shorts around island at local coffee shops and restaurants. You can never really tell how well a design or a reworked piece is going to do so seeing it on a real human is extremely validating.”
What is one thing you wish you knew before you started CUT Market?
“Less is more!! We bought so many things when we were doing our buildout and setting up the store that we didn’t end up needing in the long run. Our advice for anyone starting out is to wait until you are up and running before making major purchases, your day to day business operations will let you know what you really need, as you need it.”
What music or artist inspires you?
“We try to keep our playlists at the store pretty eclectic. We have such a diverse customer base and inventory ranging from one of a kind funky to vintage to trendy; Our musical taste definitely reflects that and it really inspires us to continue keeping the store fresh. Our current favorite artist is Woozy but if any Lizzo track comes on you better believe we get pumped up!”
Favorite must-have accessory for fall? in Hawaii... and on mainland?
“We are really into colorful, funky patterned scarfs that you can use as a head scarf, belt or to tie around your purse or basket handle. Bonus points if you can use it as a makeshift sarong or tube top. Multifunctional accessories that add a pop of color are the way to go regardless of where you live!”
Favorite thing about Maui!?
“The scenery, flora, fauna and weather are obvious favorites but what makes Maui extra special is the people. We’ve met our best friends that have become family here on a tiny island in the middle of the pacific, there’s just something so magical about that.”
Thank you ladies for opening CUT Market and congrats on your second birthday!
Website coming soon…