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Keeping You in Stitches, How it All Began

In 2007, LaTisha led a fashion/image workshop titled “Images of a Virtuous Woman – Dressing for Your Figure” for a women’s church group in Newark, New Jersey. The workshop’s success inspired her to create a shopping “how-to guide” for women.

After over a decade working with various designers in New York, LaTisha decided to make a significant life change. In 2010, she returned to her roots in Washington, D.C., to establish her own venture, “Keeping You in Stitches” (KYIS). KYIS specializes in technical design, product development, and fashion education.

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what makes us different

the codes we live by

creativity & Innovation

Our apparel development service business thrives on pushing the boundaries of design and constantly seeking innovative solutions to meet our clients’ unique fashion needs.

integrity & trust

We prioritize honesty and transparency, fostering trust among our clients by consistently delivering on promises and upholding the highest ethical standards.

brand-first Approach

We prioritize our clients’ brand identity, ensuring that every garment we develop aligns seamlessly with their brand image, values, and customer expectations.

love digital

Embracing cutting-edge technology and digital tools is at the core of our operations, allowing us to deliver efficient and precise apparel development services.

going the extra mile

We’re committed to exceeding client expectations by providing exceptional customer service and going above and beyond in every aspect of the apparel development process.

Collaboration

We believe in the power of collaboration, working closely with our clients to create synergistic relationships that drive success in the fashion industry.

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About LaTisha

LaTisha Winston

LaTisha Winston, the founder of KYIS, hails from Washington, D.C., but honed her skills in New York City. With a Master of Fine Arts Degree in Fashion Design from the Academy of Art University in San Francisco, CA, and a Bachelor of Science Degree in Fashion Apparel Management from the Philadelphia College of Textiles and Science, along with a minor in Fashion Technical Design, LaTisha brings over three decades of experience to the fashion industry.

Her expertise spans pattern engineering, tech packs (fit comments), and grading, with specialization in Women’s/Menswear RTW, Childrenswear (CPSC), and more. Certified in Browzwear and Walmart Trained Browzwear, she has collaborated with renowned global brands such as Ralph Lauren, Tommy Hilfiger, Nautica, Macy’s, and Walmart, among others. LaTisha has also had the privilege of working alongside some of the world’s top designers, traveling extensively to factories, studios, and agencies.

In addition to her entrepreneurial pursuits, LaTisha serves as a fashion mentor at the District of Columbia Fashion Incubator (DCFI) at Macy’s, while also holding professorial roles in Fashion Design and Merchandising at various universities. Keen on staying abreast of industry changes, she continuously develops her skills and has initiated the creation of a fashion curriculum for the KYIS Academy with the aim of nurturing the next generation of fashion executives.