Meet the Team Behind Winks Design Studio

A family-run design studio creating hand-drawn, original work with intention, creativity, and care

Brea Todd

owner / maker

  • Graphic Design Certification from CALARTS
  • Loves every dog she meets
  • Never without a coffee
  • Loves trying different art medias
  • Obsessed with formula 1 racing
  • Fun fact: Doesn’t like tomatoes but loves pizza and salsa

Melissa Todd

owner / maker

  • Mom of 3 kids and 1 pup
  • Degrees in education & marketing
  • Book worm
  • Coffee obsessed
  • Green is my favorite color
  • Fun fact: Has a song lyric for every occasion

Aidan Todd

owner / maker

  • Certifications from both Yale and Harvard
  • Tv credits with National Geographic
  • Avid gym goer
  • Loves sports
  • Knows just about anything about tech
  • Fun fact: Learning French in his spare time

Our Story

Winks Design Studio was born from a love of art and entrepreneurship. Brea, with a natural affinity for colors and patterns, began her artistic journey at the age of nine. Her passion led her to develop a business plan during her senior year entrepreneurship class—an assignment that became the foundation of Winks Design Studio. In October 2021, alongside her mother Melissa, she officially launched the business, formalizing their partnership in November.

Melissa, with a background in teaching, marketing, and content creation, had already built a successful lifestyle blog and was instrumental in shaping the studio’s growth. While facing personal health challenges, Winks Design Studio became not just a business but a creative escape and a shared dream for the family.

In 2023, Aidan, Brea’s brother and Melissa’s son, officially joined the company, bringing his expertise in digital marketing, photography, videography, and website management. His skills have been essential in expanding our online presence, ensuring that our brand reaches and resonates with a wider audience.

What Makes Us Different
• Hand-drawn, original designs – We start every design from scratch, never using pre-made graphics or SVGs. Every piece is thoughtfully created with care and intention.
• Ethical and eco-friendly production – Our apparel is produced in a sweatshop-free, USA-based facility, and every order is personally packaged and shipped from our North Carolina workshop.
• Family-run and customer-focused – We value relationships over transactions. Whether it's a custom design, a branding package, or a handcrafted gift, we are committed to providing exceptional quality and service.

Our Philosophy
At Winks Design Studio, we believe in the power of creativity, perseverance, and family. Our journey is a testament to chasing dreams, overcoming challenges, and staying true to what we love. When you choose Winks Design Studio, you’re not just supporting a business—you’re becoming part of a story, a passion, and a dream realized.

Thank you for being a part of our journey. We can’t wait to share our creativity with you!

With love and gratitude, The Winks Design Studio Family