In 2018, Michaela graduated from FIT in New York City with a BFA in Textile & Surface Design and a minor in Art History. She has worked across a variety of designers in the home and apparel industries such as Tommy Hilfiger, Kate Spade, and DKNY.

Working full-time as a print designer, Michaela became aware of environmentally unsustainable practices in the fast-fashion and home furnishing markets. This realization in addition to a battle with life threatening Tuberculosis diagnosis motivated her to live a healthier sustainable lifestyle - adjusting everything from her lifestyle, to her environment.

“SAGE by Hrnkova is a project I’ve been motivated to start for the past two years, and now I’m ready to share my everyday guide to a simple, healthy and sustainable lifestyle with the world.  Health is wealth, life is truly about the things you love to do everyday.”

Michaela draws upon influence from living in the United Kingdom, Slovakia, the United States of America, and her other worldwide travels. In her free time you can find her skiing, museum hopping, or exploring a new place.