Fashion People Mommy and Me
Feb 20, 2026
Francesca Keller, actress, producer, TikTok creator and DJ who often features her mother in funny videos. Elissa Santisi, iconic stylist and longtime fashion editor known for influential magazine work. They chat about Francesca’s viral TikToks that spotlight Elissa, the shift from magazines to social media, memorable fashion moments, and the mother-daughter dynamic that fuels their creative collaborations.
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How Their TikTok Collaboration Began
- Francesca started filming her mother casually and was surprised when those videos went viral.
- Elissa resisted at first and had to be convinced to participate willingly in many posts.
Growing Up With A Vogue Parent
- Elissa brought Francesca to Vogue from infancy and worked there through Francesca's formative years.
- Francesca remembers visiting offices and rating accessories but not grasping the industry's significance then.
Industry Now Means Faster, Leaner Shoots
- Elissa notes fashion work now demands more output with less money and shorter shoots.
- She still loves fashion despite the industry's diminished luxury and tighter timelines.