Solange Franklin Reed

Solange Franklin Reed (née Franklin) is an American fashion stylist. Since 2015, she has worked as an independent stylist, with a portfolio that includes editorial, runway, and celebrity styling. Franklin Reed was recognized as one of the inaugural New Wave: Creatives at the 2019 Fashion Awards.

Early life and education Born Solange Franklin, she was raised in Des Moines, Iowa. Both of her parents are physicians. From a young age, Franklin had a passion for fashion and frequently read magazines such as Honey. Franklin enjoyed shopping at thrift stores and often borrowed clothing from her older sister's closet. During college, she interned in the marketing department at Teen Vogue. She also worked as an editor-at-large for Paper. Zazie Beetz, and Kerry Washington. Her work has been highlighted by publications such as Pause and Editorialist.

In 2024 she styled the actresses on the cover of Essence 's December/January issue. She also styled Denée Benton and Victoria Mon é t.

Other work She was a speaker at the 2017 Women's March in New York City. After styling the first troop of homeless Girl Scouts for Teen Vogue, Franklin Reed became a troop leader herself.

Artistry Franklin Reed named Eartha Kitt and Simone Leigh as two inspirations for her work as a stylist. She described herself as tactile with her work, and as someone who seeks to be "bold" and "expansive."

Personal life She married journalist Brian Reed, host of S-Town, in October 2015.

Accolades 2019 – The Fashion Awards, The New Wave: Creatives, British Fashion Council