Made in Macomb
Fashion-Loving Teen's Bracelet Business Inspired by 'Guardian Angel' Brother
Chloe Wisner's online jewelry store, June 1989, was inspired by the memory of her big brother Alex, who passed away at age 11 from spinal meningitis.
Chloe Wisner wears her heart on her wrist. At 19 years old, Wisner is the owner and founder of June 1989, an online jewelry store inspired by the memory of her big brother Alex, who passed away in October 2000, at age 11, from spinal meningitis. “June 1989 is his birthday,” said Wisner, a Macomb Township resident. “His symbol is a dragonfly. I wanted (to create) something special that means something to me.” That “something” has become a fast-growing jewelry business in which Wisner creates and sells handmade bracelets based on her own original designs. “I was just going to make designs for myself, but it’s grown so much more,” Wisner said. “Not only do people want my designs, but they want to hear what I have to say about the dragonfly …
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Collette A. Osuna
8:12 pm on Tuesday, March 27, 2012
Thank you so much Jenny for telling our story of Alex so beautifully. We have received many emails and encouraging words because of our interview with you and Patch. It was our pleasure speaking with you. Collette & Chloe more ›