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The self-starter fashion designer based in York County has piles upon piles of colorful, patterned textiles she uses to create clothing designs of her wildest dreams.<\/p>\n

Kageni-Woodard, born in Kenya, always felt a passion for sewing and design. With encouragement from her parents, Kageni-Woodard moved to the United States in 1991 and honed her skills at the Savannah College of Art and Design.<\/p>\n

“It’s just fascinating to see that my life has continued to be this creative thing that keeps evolving,” Kageni-Woodard said.<\/p>\n

In 2016, Gusa By Victoria was founded. Now, Kageni-Woodard works with clients across the country to create custom-made shirts, dresses and bridal gowns in her studio at 7 E. Market St. in York .<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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