Case Studies
Empress by Emicia
The Results:
7.25x
ROAS on Paid Ad Campaigns
50%
Annual Revenue Growth
300%
Increase Online Conversions
Empress by Emicia: Vibrant Art Celebrating the Beauty and Heritage of Black Women
Empress by Emicia is an online art boutique founded by Brooklyn-based artist, educator, and community leader Emicia Yvette Parker. Launched in November 2022, the boutique offers a curated selection of fine art prints, stationery, stickers, and holiday decor, all designed to celebrate the beauty, history, and regality of Black women. Emicia’s collections, including the Healing Series, Picnic Vibes Series, Walking In Wisdom Series, and Literary Empress Series, are rich in color and symbolism, reflecting themes of identity, healing, and empowerment. Her work is deeply influenced by her Jamaican heritage and her experiences growing up in foster care, which fuel her commitment to creating art that resonates with and uplifts her community. Beyond her art, Emicia is dedicated to community engagement, having taught art therapy workshops in NYC public schools and community organizations since 2014. She is also a recipient of the 2024 NYC Boss Up grant, recognizing her entrepreneurial spirit and contribution to the arts.
How We Helped
- Built a bold, luxury-inspired brand identity
- Created empowering, cohesive brand messaging
- Designed a custom mobile-responsive websitet
- Showcased collections, projects, and press professionally
- Strengthened audience connection through storytelling
- Added features for bookings, inquiries, and future growth
- Client : Empress by Emicia
- Website : https://empressbyemicia.com/
- Industry : Influencer
The Challenge
Empress by Emicia, a multifaceted creative and visual artist, had developed a distinctive body of work blending fashion, femininity, and Afro-futuristic symbolism. However, her online presence lacked the cohesive identity and user-friendly design needed to showcase her artistry and vision at a professional level. Without a strong brand system or fully functional website, she faced difficulty converting interest into opportunities, selling her products, or being discovered by collaborators, curators, and press. Key challenges included: Fragmented Brand Identity: While Emicia’s work spoke volumes, there was no centralized visual identity or brand language to unify her content, making it difficult for new audiences to understand her story or artistic scope. Underdeveloped Website: Her previous web presence was either non-existent or incomplete — lacking both visual impact and the backend structure needed to host portfolios, facilitate product sales, or manage inquiries. Limited Digital Discoverability: Without a professionally designed site or optimized branding, Empress by Emicia was missing out on potential opportunities from galleries, buyers, and brands seeking emerging talent with a unique aesthetic.
The Solution
To elevate Empress by Emicia into a bold, recognizable creative brand, we delivered a full branding and web design overhaul: Brand Identity Creation: Crafted a rich visual identity rooted in her artistic values — incorporating deep jewel tones, organic textures, and regal typography to communicate strength, grace, and individuality. Developed a tone of voice and messaging strategy that reflected her ethos: empowering women of color through art, beauty, and self-expression. Custom Website Design: Designed a clean, immersive portfolio site to spotlight Emicia’s collections, projects, and press — allowing her to share her work more professionally with curators, collaborators, and buyers. Built an intuitive, mobile-responsive site structure that supported future e-commerce expansion, newsletter growth, and event promotion. Strategic Brand Storytelling: Wove her personal narrative and artistic inspiration into the site’s content and layout, creating emotional resonance and increasing time-on-site for visitors. Integrated calls to action for booking, press inquiries, and product purchases, turning the site into a true platform for her creative business.





