Telfar Clemens on fashion & future of the brand

Gayle King interviews Telfar founder, designer Telfar Clemens in his Brooklyn headquarters. Clemens shares his story and what's in store for Telfar's future.
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[@mermaidbabe2122]

I love the fact that Telfar Clemons decided to keep his brand very affordable. 🙏🏾

[@abesolano7744]

I love that it is probably just as exclusive like having a Gucci bag or Louis Vuitton bag, but the price point is not what makes it exclusive. love it!!!!!

[@bluelrdwscent7340]

He's so down to earth l like his personality

[@barbaramalana2302]

I LOVE HIM. This is by far my favorite segment EVER. Gayle, you looked HAUTE in those jeans. I want them.

[@gqg741]

I’m sincerely happy for him. Very Inspirational and I love his personality.

[@Shawn27ful]

So happy for this man!!🙏🏾

[@wellnative1]

“Wait, wait, wait…Why do I get the Happy meal version?” 🤣🤣🤣

[@anom3897]

Lol coworker shenanigans reign supreme once again!

[@cookiekirkland8689]

I love his thinking and being all inclusive of all shapes and sizes. Love the bags. My wishlist is all made out for Christmas!!!♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@yvettethomson8669]

So proud of my Liberian brother

[@TheBlairWenchProject]

_I got goosebumps watching this. He is so inspiring._

[@NoelPendergrass]

I loved this segment!! I’ve never heard it called the “Bushwick Birkin” but I love it lol

[@beautyfolse4249]

Galye doesn’t realize she was being disrespectful/shady. To say “ I will never wear this!” was too much. He didn’t ask you would you ever wear something like that. Calm down. Fashion is suppose to be fun. All you were doing was trying on some clothes. Of course there are pieces you’re not going to like. Just don’t be so rude about his passion.

[@Tailcoattimes]

Agreed! Yes , she did a bit too much. This is pre-recorded they could’ve easily selected a piece that she did like 🤷‍♀️

[@vmina12]

She realized what she was saying and it was intentionally rude and meant as shade. You don’t be around as long as she’s been around, and hang in the circles she hang in and not know when you’re being rude. She just can’t hide her disdain for black males.

[@tutumomo5167]

She’s allowed to give her feedback, they are ugly.

[@beautyfolse4249]

@@tutumomo5167 Once again. He didn’t ask her for her opinion. He didn’t ask her for her feedback.

[@esthersowell8941]

Gayle is always rude to African American people can't stand her after she pulled the stunt on Colby Bryant's friend

[@renatamitchell4437]

I'm happy he's succeeding in fashion and wish him continued success ❤️

[@ermfine2]

Who tries on a designers jeans and says, “I’ll never wear these I’m just doing this for the piece.” UGH! Then she shares her kids rude remarks. Gayle is so corny. #NotMyFav BTW, i love the Telfar bag!

[@Shermar]

I kind of cringed too.

[@beautyinthedark7406]

Right🙄😂. Bag 🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@veeceey1073]

Yeah that was so unnecessary. Especially her kids comments.

[@MoonLightOnWater1]

I was shocked that she said that…..She knows her own style and knew the look would have been inappropriate for her, yet she just could not “be in” and enjoy the moment; she had to make the moment about her…..🤷🏽‍♀️

[@racky2227]

Because she knows it’s not appropriate for her age and she does look silly like she is trying to hard. I think that Telfar gets that! It’s not an insult to his clothes - it’s the fact that it’s not right for her.

[@carmengoforth4968]

I love him. Our ancestors come from the same country….. Go Liberia!!!

[@TheBlairWenchProject]

_he says he wants his line to be genderless. He succeeded. My son has a telfar. My mom has a telfar. My 5 year old niece has a telfar._ 💗💙💗💘

[@butterflyygyrlsworld5106]

If Gayle had on some heels with those jeans, she would have nailed it!!! ❤️❤️❤️💯💯💯

[@JamilaCrockett]

Gayle you look amazing in those jeans! (Quit trippn 🤣❤️) in fashion your attitude about what you’re wearing is part of the ensemble:))) #beautiful

[@Shermar]

I thought they looked great too.

[@Hotrodchef89]

I was thinking the same thing. With a cute top and some really cute shoes plus that small duffle bag, that would be a really cute and different look for her.

[@kaygarner134]

Love the bags! The small should be named mini and they should add an actual small bag.

[@hometohem]

Totally agree x

[@itsthenovelette]

Completely agree. The jump from small to medium is shocking. When I got my medium and compared it to my small, I was a lot confused lol

[@mrod87]

It’s the telling people how to name what they created and what’s clearly wildly successful for meeeee lol. Girl he has a small bag…and he named it out he wanted lol.

[@DaBabyDoll1]

He’s on my wishlist to be friends 😂🥰 I love his personality

[@LDSDESIGNSCO]

So inspiring. I will never give up!

[@PureEssenceBeauty215]

Gayle irks Me 😂 I’m waiting for the duffel bags 🥰

[@alexisfelice]

And we LOVE that it's vegan leather. Support black businesses!

[@moviesbykima4908]

As a Liberian creative I love to see it. The story behind it. Yes we definitely support. The bags are so durable. I have plenty lol. Trust they've been through a lot and still have shape, look good and are everything. Kudos!!!

[@SMGyal]

Omg I love this so much WOWWWWWWW! Took my breath away reminding me how creative black people are

[@malaimalaise9664]

So happy for him especially being a Liberian❤️🇱🇷

[@nicford548]

Gayle look FABULOUS in those jeans! She has a beautiful shape. Fashion is ageless.

[@JessLin0304]

I love his personality. I just got my first one, and realized for my lifestyle I’ll stick to the medium size lol

[@kaylinaE]

Haha exactly

[@SixFtCoCoDiva17]

I just got my first one this week (YELLOW) and I LOVE IT....

[@kaylinaE]

@@SixFtCoCoDiva17 Glad you like it! I’m waiting on the orange bag and I really like Telfar x UGG bag

[@queenbbeaute2654]

I wish they make a Smedium size not small but not as big as medium 😩that would be perfect for me

[@Allinmyworld]

But Gayle you look so good!! I can't wait to get my bag i preorded a bag for myself love this energy! Let's support black owned businesses

[@Rell_World]

The price point is perfect! The only thing I hate is that they sell out in seconds!

[@prettyassassin57]

@@terri3486 not anymore

[@KamisKisses]

No lie she looks good in those jeans! But I get it's not her taste. Telfar is amazing. 🎉❤️

[@lacondrareed]

This whole segment is everything!!

[@veeceey1073]

I need that red tracksuit he’s wearing😍

[@NC-qc7wd]

He is fab, and enjoy your free spirit work, he works very hard, and thank you CBS for giving him the credit! Gail, next time find a segment that goes better for who you are!

[@emilybrown7224]

His personality is everything

[@SONYARenee]

Ms Gayle you looked good in those jeans……

[@samanthawright7053]

He is the coolest and his bags are GORGEOUS!!!

[@paulylorino4463]

Gayle is a hater… his clothes look fire. One of the best designers in the modern era.. a king.

[@bobby12348]

She's a black older woman that's why she won't were it.😂

[@2KGrind09]

NY is the best place for "people watching"

[@melissarice4455]

I love his energy!!

[@MrSolonolo]

African American model/artist over here in Poland..... I need this man's designs-ASAP !!!

[@elana137]

Stunning stunning stunning!!!

[@allenmaa7064]

Go Telfar! Go!

[@shopspanglish4398]

My favorite bag designer!!!

[@robinp13946]

Got another medium bag today!!! #BuyBlack

[@victoriahaunter3237]

why did i not know Gayle was this THHHIICCCCC?!?! Also I just got my first 2 telfars with the rainbow online sale!! im so excited!!

[@pazgreatfinds]

It's sad because most of these people who are buying these bags are scalping them for 2-4 times the price of retail. Which defeats the purpose of the affordability aspect.

[@dashiajames1882]

I love his personality.

[@KCNwokoye]

Love his energy and vision.

[@aclassicebee]

This warms my heart ❤️

[@chinastub]

Her comments on his pieces were rude. Not everyone wants to dress like they shop at the the Ann Taylor Outlet. Let's not do that again, Gayle. Thanks.

[@francineharris6286]

Love him!

[@AETHESWEETKILL3R]

Love it Congratulations Mr. Telfar Sir!!!

[@becky9231]

I would love to see a line of optical frames / eyeglasses with a TC emblem on the handles.💯🔥

[@erinscott1579]

GAYLE DID NOT LOOK BAD IN THOSE JEANS! GAYLE SHOULD HAVE PICTURED HERSELF WITH HER DATE , HEELS AND A TELFAR BAG -WHILE WEARING THOSE JEANS AT A FRIENDS PARTY. HER SON SAYING TOO MUCH THIGH..IS A TAD EH...DO NOT THIGH SHAME YOUR MOM WILLIAM!!

[@beautyfolse4249]

LOVING THIS!!!!!!! 💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜

[@mattbonanza9032]

I want anything that has Telfar Clemens written on it *-*!

[@TheCristallo83]

Gayle looked really good in those jeans.

[@ReinventingEnergyAndLove]

This is, Reinventing Energy And Love ❤️

[@karen3490]

Actually Gayle, I think you look great in that entire outfit!

[@denisec828]

"ABOUT DAMN TIME"

[@belindalindsey607]

I like that the price won't change.

[@Sunshyn3Sam]

Omg I love him!!! ❤️

[@ajaydwayne5586]

Gail looks amazing 🤩 in those jeans

[@denisestewart3482]

Authenticity! Love it ❤️‍🔥

[@passionwhite1]

I love that the men host wanted to keep them themselves! He's like Mia who?! He wanted atleast a medium for himself. 😍

[@Toni-id2pv]

🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 Our logo Africa unite 🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@USERKINGING]

Love it!! My bags are on their way ❤️

[@melliem7481]

@CBS Mornings Ms. King and Mr. Telfar, helmets, helmets, helmets. Please protect your precious noodles! Tramautic brain injury is a real thing!! Be safe 🚲

[@aliciadavis487]

Gayle King looked good in those jeans!

[@marie2511]

Damn, still want both; the shopper and duffle

[@karen46600]

Looks good on Gail

[@alyamelissa2462]

What is his glasses ?

[@AfricanGirl]

Good for him. it's cute n colorful. I don't have none

[@kokainejane773]

Gail was a great team player for putting on those jeans😁🤣🤣GONE HEAD GAIL🤣🤣🥰

[@mytimbo1472]

I love my bags.

[@ItsMyLifeDaralynn]

Fun to watch !

[@I.am.aida.]

Gayle you looked fabulous in those pants!

[@devvonpw]

Amazing!! The Work!!! Yass!!

[@bronxspider1944]

She looks Great in tjose Jeans You Girl have that summer set jeans.

[@sheenadenton4506]

Yesss

[@dawnkacm4592]

GAYLE!! You look great in those jeans!!

[@vmina12]

Gail is so obviously uncomfortable with black men. I can never unsee what I saw with her a little while ago. It’s like since she’s been exposed I can clearly see her fake ness.

[@nikki9276]

I honestly think she likes women

[@rosehill2317]

I wonder why she would be uncomfortable or dislike black men when she had kids by a black man

[@vmina12]

@@rosehill2317 for the same reason some men sleep with women they don’t personally like. Interaction or dealing with someone doesn’t always equate acceptance. Just mean you got something they like or need and they’re willing to interact or deal to get that. Doesn’t mean they like the person.

[@rosehill2317]

@@vmina12 that's true people use people for different reasons that's why is hard to trust people these days

[@aniyalittle212]

he so sweet

[@lucianohairston-gomes6638]

This is so cute omg

[@PHlophe]

Luciano, Pois é !

[@aleeyah2218]

I REALLY LIKE HIM

[@jaemontgomery6742]

Gale actually looked really good in those jeans ♥️

[@michellefunches1318]

I love the shirt

[@goddessdennis6394]

I will wear them ❤

[@certainways1213]

Hi Telfar Clemens. Good God! Keep up the good performance.

[@maninoaah-san6767]

You look good glae in those jeans

[@shantecampbell7788]

She looks soooooooo goodt!!! In them!!! She tripping 😂😍💞💃🏽

[@RoniForeva]

very proud of him! Keep rising and shining queer black man! We love you

[@driedmayo]

LMAOOOOOO HIM WANTING TO KEEP IT

[@UKLeonie]

Gayle got body thou, I loved the white top on her.

[@endor8witch]

He's breaking expectations of what makes a good fashion item. Not the price, but the image

[@icalrox]

Girl, you brave!❤ #thighoutjeans

[@vinnievin5584]

Gayle would get it

[@aceofhearts4367]

Now that’s a affordable bag

[@MissBeeMarie]

🤚🏽 ✋ Has anyone noticed his LOGO is EXACTLY the same as Tevin Campbell’s “The Best from Tevin Campbell” ALBUM COVER?