March 07, 2022

These Female Founders Share Their Best Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs

As a woman-owned company, CURATEUR is proud to feature so many female founded brands in our Shoppe. While this is a year-round commitment, we would like to take advantage of International Women’s Day and Women’s History Month as a time to shine a little extra light on some of these inspiring businesswomen and the successes they’ve accomplished!

In honor of this significant occasion, not only have we curated a collection of exclusively female-owned brands for you get to know and support this month, but we also wanted to gather some of their wisdom to share with all our members! Ahead, read advice for aspiring female entrepreneurs from Marrin Costello, Lauren Walker, Stephanie Markfield Hayoun, Alyssa Wasko, Jasmi Bonnén, and of course our very own Rachel Zoe!

“It’s always challenging for women to carve out a niche in a male-dominated industry, but now more than ever women are being welcomed and have a seat at the table. My advice is always to use your voice and most importantly to trust our greatest gift—our women’s intuition. I have governed my entire career by following my instincts. Put simply, if it doesn’t feel right, don’t do it. It’s also so important not to over plan. There will always be inevitable bumps in the road, and life never goes as planned, so it’s important to set small and realistic goals over time so you set yourself up for success.”

- Rachel Zoe, Founder of CURATEUR

Jalilah Bag

Rachel Zoe

These Female Founders Share Their Best Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs

- Rachel Zoe, Founder of CURATEUR

Jalilah Bag

Gracie Necklace

Adara Sunglasses

“DON'T. GIVE. UP. Go all in on the decisions you make for both yourself and your company—and also give yourself permission to change your mind if you need to pivot. Also, asking for help is invaluable, and also a huge sign of strength. You got this. ”

- Marrin Costello, Founder of Marrin Costello

Queens Band

Ramsey Bracelet

Layla Hoops

- Lauren Walker, Founder of Parrish LA

Charlie Sweater

Courtney Sweater

Scarlett Caftan

“Own your power, embrace your confidence, and just go for it!”

- Stephanie Markfield Hayoun, Founder of Zoe Lev Jewelry

Bead Bracelet Stack

Diamond Ear Cuff

Charms Necklace

“Make sure you are passionate about whatever venture you are pursuing. You cannot succeed without failing (a few times) first so you need conviction and resilience in your mission to get back up and try again.”

- Alyssa Wasko, Founder of DONNI

Terry Bralette

Mini Sherpa Chiquita

Terry Henley Short

- Jasmi Bonnén, Founder of NUORI

Vital Body Balm

Clarity Mask

Supreme Moisture Mask