The Kindest Cut
Sure, Oprah cut the feet off her pantyhose, but she's not the one making money off 'em.
What: Footless pantyhose
Who: Sara Blakely of Spanx Inc.
Where: Atlanta
When: Started in 2000
It all started with a gorgeous pair of form-fitting pants. Sara Blakely, a sales trainer by day and stand-up comedian by night, loved those pants, but never felt comfortable wearing them because she felt that every little bodily imperfection showed. Instead of shelving the slacks in frustration, though, she found an innovative solution.
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