Fashion insiders have known about Isabel Toledo for years – they call her a designer's designer.
But most of America had never heard of her until Michelle Obama walked out on Inauguration Day wearing a lemongrass lace dress and coat designed by Toledo. It made her a household name.
We were there with her on Inauguration day, so eight months later, how's she doing? We went back to pay a visit, and boy, has her life changed.
Check out our behind-the-scenes photos by CNN Producer Ethel Bass.
The famed Inauguration Day dress.
Alina Cho talks to Ruben Toledo.
Alina Cho inquires about the different pieces on display.
The Toledos taking care of business.
Pieces on display at FIT.
Pieces on display at FIT.
Alina Cho and Isabel Toledo gaze at one-of-a-kind pieces.
Pieces on display at FIT.