Layla Francis, a native of Cape May, New Jersey, is currently pursuing her B.F.A. in Fashion Design at the Savannah College of Art and Design in Savannah, GA.

Layla is a womenswear designer focused on circular design, inclusivity, and empowerment. Her work centers on longevity: creating timeless pieces intended to outlive trend cycles and reduce fashion's environmental impact. Throughout intentional construction and responsible production methods, she designs garments meant to endure and evolve with the wearer. 

In 2021, she launched LLL Brand, a women’s clothing line that celebrate the female form and offers custom sizing, reflecting her mission of empowering all types of women through her designs.