Welcome to the Fun Facts page dedicated to Dr. Courtney A. Hammonds, the Dean of Fashion!

Get ready to learn about the life and career of the well-respected fashion and academic leader, Dr. Courtney A. Hammonds. Explore his impressive accomplishments, hidden talents, and what makes him a true industry leader. Prepare to be inspired and entertained as you dive into his world!

Known for expressing myself without restraint, there are still aspects of my life that remain a mystery to many. Here, I'll share a few intriguing details about myself.

FUN FACT 1. I have lived and worked in different parts of the world. I started in Columbus, GA, then moved to Berlin, Germany at age 5, and later relocated to Nassau, Bahamas at 23 to help a multi-brand boutique with advice.

FUN FACT 2. I share my birthday with the legendary American essayist, activist, and novelist, James Baldwin. Similar to Baldwin, my profound passion for writing, advocacy, and spirituality emerged at a young age.

FUN FACT 3. From 2011 to 2012, I authored blog posts for two renowned reality TV shows, Project Accessory and Project Runway. I collaborated with the Blogging Project Runway Platform to provide insights and share memorable moments. I am grateful to Laura Kluvo for this opportunity. Click the links below to explore my contributions:

FUN FACT 4. I practice Dating Myself. This involves recognizing my value, looking after myself, being self-assured, and feeling positive about myself. i purposefully look after myself because i’m worthy of it!

FUN FACT 5. I collaborated with the luxury perfumer dragon perfumes to craft a LIMITED-EDITION bespoke fragrance named "HERE." The vision behind it is for those who wear or encounter it to fully embrace the present moment.

FUN FACT 6. I teach a fashion class for seniors on Zoom every week. The pandemic has impacted everyone, especially older adults. I partnered with Senior Day Out, an adult day care in Atlanta, to help us stay connected. This is the highlight of my week.

FUN FACT 7. I’m prominently showcased alongside other influential Atlantans in "The South Got Something To Say," a feature-length documentary that chronicles the ascendancy of Atlanta's hip-hop scene and underscores the enduring influence that the music and culture have had on one of America's most dynamic cities. watch the trailer here: The South Got Something To Say Trailer

FUN FACT 8. A big influence on me was the late André Leon Talley. I met him several times, and he became an important mentor to me. Meeting him was even better than I expected; he was nice and everything I had hoped for. When he passed away in January 2022, it felt like losing a relative. Besides my Golden Girls (my mom and two aunts), he had the biggest impact on guiding me in fashion for over 20 years. I owe a lot to him and want to honor his legacy through my work.

FUN FACT 9. I am a die-hard morning person. Believe it or not, I have not woken up past 7 a.m. in close to 10 years. I am normally up at 5 a.m., and even if I wanted to sleep in, my body clock would not even let it happen.  

FUN FACT 10. You read that right! I co-wrote the catchy part of a song and share writing credits with BMI publishing. I worked with Deone D’alessio (lead singer), Vince Roseborough (producer), and Rudy Reed to bring this dream to life. Click the link and enjoy. Pause

FUN FACT 11. I am thankful for a lot of things, like my family, kindness, 90s R&B music, the color red, a good massage, people who can laugh at themselves, good listeners, companies that care for their employees, inspiring podcasts, great hugs, those who work for positive change, sunny days, TED talks (I want to watch them), regular meditation, and emotionally aware people.

That's a snapshot of who I am – a collection of vibrant threads in the fabric of my life. I trust these fun facts offer you a glimpse into my world. ~Dr. Courtney A. Hammonds