Benjamin Talley Smith, the jeans whisperer

Benjamin Talley Smith, the jeans whisperer

The story of American success is full of early callings, groundbreaking ideas and media exposure. But none of that applies to Benjamin Talley Smith, 46. At first he thought he wanted to pursue a career in the movie industry, but when he found himself using computers and editing programs, he realized he missed working with his hands. From there, he jumped somewhat randomly into the world of fashion and, within the sector, dedicated himself to a s…