American footwear designer, Tiannia Barnes, traded in her IT/business project management career to pursue a dream sparked many years ago. Born and raised in Oklahoma City, her early talents were far from fashion, as she excelled in math and science. Tiannia discovered a love for design upon creating her own prom dress in high school, but put the inclination aside as she went on to obtain a bachelor’s degree in mathematics and industrial engineering, and later an MBA. - See more at: http://www.cannesfashionfestival.com/Tiannia-Barnes.html#sthash.ALHxhNsq.dpuf

American footwear designer, Tiannia Barnes, traded in her IT/business project management career to pursue a dream sparked many years ago. Born and raised in Oklahoma City, her early talents were far from fashion, as she excelled in math and science. Tiannia discovered a love for design upon creating her own prom dress in high school, but put the inclination aside as she went on to obtain a bachelor’s degree in mathematics and industrial engineering, and later an MBA.

Years later, while working as a project manager for a global consulting firm, Tiannia found herself sketching once again. This time, it was footwear designs. Family and friends encouraged her to follow her talents, and in 2013, Tiannia attended shoemaker school in Cleveland, Ohio. Mentored by Sissy Puccio, an esteemed London- trained shoe designer/maker and certified Pedorthist, Tiannia studied the art of footwear design and pattern development.

“Fashion has always had the power to make me feel beautiful, confident, classic or whatever the occasion calls for. I want my shoe designs to offer that same inspiration to women everywhere,” Tiannia says.

Tiannia is an avid supporter and participant of many community civics relating to education and youth empowerment. She serves on the Advisory Council for the Boys and Girls Club, is an active supporter and volunteer for Science Technology Engineering Mathematics (S.T.E.M.) programs, and also, a participant and supporter of Junior Achievement. Tiannia resides in Connecticut with her 11-year-old son.

- See more at: http://www.cannesfashionfestival.com/Tiannia-Barnes.html#sthash.ALHxhNsq.dpuf

American footwear designer, Tiannia Barnes, traded in her IT/business project management career to pursue a dream sparked many years ago. Born and raised in Oklahoma City, her early talents were far from fashion, as she excelled in math and science. Tiannia discovered a love for design upon creating her own prom dress in high school, but put the inclination aside as she went on to obtain a bachelor’s degree in mathematics and industrial engineering, and later an MBA.

Years later, while working as a project manager for a global consulting firm, Tiannia found herself sketching once again. This time, it was footwear designs. Family and friends encouraged her to follow her talents, and in 2013, Tiannia attended shoemaker school in Cleveland, Ohio. Mentored by Sissy Puccio, an esteemed London- trained shoe designer/maker and certified Pedorthist, Tiannia studied the art of footwear design and pattern development.

“Fashion has always had the power to make me feel beautiful, confident, classic or whatever the occasion calls for. I want my shoe designs to offer that same inspiration to women everywhere,” Tiannia says.

Tiannia is an avid supporter and participant of many community civics relating to education and youth empowerment. She serves on the Advisory Council for the Boys and Girls Club, is an active supporter and volunteer for Science Technology Engineering Mathematics (S.T.E.M.) programs, and also, a participant and supporter of Junior Achievement. Tiannia resides in Connecticut with her 11-year-old son.

- See more at: http://www.cannesfashionfestival.com/Tiannia-Barnes.html#sthash.ALHxhNsq.dpuf