ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Talin Yakoubian grew up in Beirut, Lebanon, a city marked by conflict, which shaped her resilience and creativity. Amid the chaos, Talin found solace and expression in writing, hiking, fashion, and spending time with family and animals. This passion for nature led her to engage in wildlife conservation efforts.
 

A highly skilled tailor and designer, Talin now crafts bespoke fashion for some of Hollywood's most celebrated stars. Her inventive spirit and knack for problem-solving have made her a standout in the fashion industry, captivating audiences with her unique designs. Talin's commitment to reviving the art of tailoring has inspired many eager learners around her.
 

As a devout Christian within the Armenian Apostolic Church, Talin is dedicated to helping people from diverse backgrounds, regardless of the challenges involved. Her proficiency in English, Armenian, Turkish, Arabic, and French reflects her diaspora background and global life experiences, although she hopes to further improve her French.
 

While Talin dreams of having her own children someday, she currently considers her students as her extended family. Throughout her life, Talin has been an inventor at heart—from imagining a dog carriage at nine years old to designing a supportive device for tailors at twelve. Recently, she achieved a milestone by securing a patent for one of her innovative designs and is eager to continue her inventive pursuits.
 

With a vision still rich with potential, Talin looks forward to bringing more of her ideas to life, hoping to secure additional patents that reflect her innovative spirit and technical skill.