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Senate
Resolution 543
By:
Senators Johnson of the 1st, Bulloch of the 11th, Heath of the 31st and Weber of
the 40th
A
RESOLUTION
Commending
Emmie Claire Howard and Reagan Elizabeth Hardy; and for other
purposes.
WHEREAS,
Emmie Claire Howard and Reagan Elizabeth Hardy are the cofounders of Southern
Proper, a Southern-inspired line of clothing, neckties, bow ties, and
accessories for men who appreciate fine apparel; and
WHEREAS,
the company, founded in 2005 and based in Atlanta, Georgia, has been recognized
for its unique, Southern-inspired designs in various publications, including
The Atlanta
Journal-Constitution,
Y'all
Magazine,
Raleigh Metro
Magazine, and
Atlanta
Magazine; and
WHEREAS,
after meeting at the Women's College of Brenau University in Gainseville,
Georgia, Reagan and Emmie formed a friendship that became a successful business
partnership as these entrepreneurs created a company inspired by their love of
Southern gentlemen and fashion; and
WHEREAS,
after only one full year on the market, Southern Proper ties have become
increasingly popular and are available in over 50 stores throughout the country;
and
WHEREAS,
this clothing and accessories line that celebrates the Southeast is a tribute to
the hard work and entrepreneurship in Georgia.
NOW,
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body commend
Emmie Claire Howard and Reagan Elizabeth Hardy for their achievements and the
success of their company, Southern Proper.
BE
IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed
to transmit an appropriate copy of this resolution to Emmie Claire Howard and
Reagan Elizabeth
Hardy.