Santa Fe Fashion Week Fashion Behind the Curtain with Santa Fe Fashion Week Executive Producer Stephen Cuomo

Janelle Funari on Couture, Consulting, the Truth Behind Being a Fashion designer in 2026

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In this episode of Santa Fe Fashion Week: Fashion Behind the Curtain, host Stephen Cuomo sits down with Janelle Funari, couture designer, fashion consultant, and owner of Funari NY Inc. Known for her innovative Match Your Pet Couture line, Janelle’s work has been featured in British Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar, Elle Magazine, and Dogue.

Janelle shares her journey in the fashion industry and pulls back the curtain on the realities of being a fashion designer—from building a luxury brand to balancing creativity, business, and consulting. This candid conversation offers valuable insight for emerging designers, fashion professionals, and anyone curious about what it truly takes to succeed in the world of couture.

🎙️ If you’re passionate about fashion, entrepreneurship, and the business behind the glamour, this episode is a must-listen.