Clothing and Accessory Designers living and working in Arizona
Angela has been an advocate for Arizona's emerging fashion industry since 2002. She co-founded AZ Fashion Foundation / LabelHorde Fashion. AFF/LH served as Arizona's only fashion industry directory for 5 years before closing its doors in 2007 due to lack of funding. Since the closure, many organizations have carried on the effort to further Arizona’s fashion industry; however, none have had the main objective of solely providing a comprehensive directory of Arizona fashion designers like AFF/LH had done. With the demand to find Arizona designers greater than ever, Angela was determined to find an economical way to resume this resourceful service once again and decided to dedicate a portion of her own website to the directory.
“I’ve always been passionate about the local fashion industry.” says, Angela Johnson.“As a local designer myself, I am faced with the difficulty of trying to sustain a clothing design business in a city without an actual fashion industry amid a questionable economy. By creating this directory, I hope to provide a way for Arizona’s designers to get the word out about their lines at no charge. In return, I’m just hoping that our local industry will mature and eventually be a resourceful and profitable place to operate a clothing line.”
From emerging designers to established lines, the directory is a diverse list of lines ranging from conservative to avant garde and everything in between. It is a totally free service with no charge to designers or the public who utilize the directory.Designers who are interested in being listed in the directory should email Angela@AngelaJohnsonDesigns.com.
Aclaire Jewelry
Company Name:Aclaire Jewelry Type of Designs: Accessories Target customer gender: Women; ages 18 - 65
Target customer age: Young adults to mature Classification: Organic, Contemporary, Up-cycled, Deconstructed Wearable Art Main Contact: Amy Juneau
Sales Contact: Amy Juneau
Website:www.aclairejewelry.etsy.com Email:aclairejewelry@yahoo.com
Address: 1966 E. Sunburst Ln. Tempe, AZ 85284 Phone:
Where the line is sold: Online, select art gallery exhibits (coming in May - Steve Dewitt Perrin Gallery) and art festivals.
Additional info: Featured in 944 magazine, Aclaire Jewelry's customers span from L.A. to N.Y.
Expires January 1, 2030
AGA Couture
Company Name: AGA Couture
Type of Designs: Clothing and Jewelry Designer
Target customer gender: Men’s & Women’s
Target customer age:
Classification:
Main Contact:Alexander Garcia Acosta (owner/designer/CEO)
7000 E. Shea Blvd., Suite 1530 Scottsdale, AZ 85254, 480-998-1919 Toll Free: 1-877-239-4687 or 1-877-BE-WHO-U-R
Additional Info:Store Hours: Monday 11-4, Tuesday to Friday: 10-6, Saturday 9:30-5, Closed on Sundays and Holidays.
Designs are available for special order.Exclusive custom designs of evening and bridal wear also available.Please email for further details.
Born in Dominican Republic, spent his childhood in the beautiful town of Duvergé, in Dominican Republic. Heavily influenced by his artistic mother, Miriam Acosta, who was a school principal for a local elementary school and also full time seamstress. Leaving Dominican Republic at the young age of 21, Alex moved to Phoenix AZ to Pursue the “american dream”, Although Alex enjoyed the study of social science, he decided to pursue his first love, fashion. From his childhood, Alex learned from his mother to sew and cut fabrics by helping her, where she noticed he had a gift for sewing. He would sit for hours looking at his mother working, as she prepared beautiful gowns for weddings and Quinceañeras. Alex Produces one-of-a-kind custom designs for his Clothing Line called AGA Couture by Acosta which he defined as “Elegant and Casual clothing for men and woman”, Inspired in Hispanic and Gypsy trends with a touch of Victorian Modern Chic layered with beautiful fabrics and Laces.
Expires January 1, 2030
Alina Iovita Inc.
Company Name: Alina Iovita Inc.
Type of Designs: Clothing
Target customer gender: Women
Target customer age: 35-55
Classification: Contemporary sportswear in organic fibers.
Address: 10105 E. Via Linda, Suite 103-167, Scottsdale, AZ85258
Phone: (480) 840-5616
Where the line is sold: Femme de Paris at the Borgata, Adornments, I Boutique, About FACE Boutique, Mina’s Collection – these are all in Scottsdale. This line sells to a lot of other boutiques outside of the state but can’t list them all. They are posted on our websites.
Additional Information:Founded in Scottsdale, Arizona by Alina Iovita, this premium sportswear stands out in the crowd because of its delicious color palette and signature design elements. Saharan Snow is known industry-wide for having the best “dying” process. The deep, rich colors that are created are no accident, but rather an intricate process that remains a “house secret". Saharan Snow brings relaxed chic to the forefront of the fashion world by providing luxurious, interchangeable bamboo and hemp outfits. Through a unique garment-dye process, Saharan Snow is able to offer retailers something its competitors aren't able to: Each item is available in over 40 rich colors.
Expires January 1, 2030
Angela Johnson
Company Name: Angela Johnson
Type of Designs: Clothing
Target customer gender: Female
Target customer age: All ages with a strong focus on young adults
Address: PMB 172, 14700 N. FLW Blvd., #157, Scottsdale, AZ85260
Phone: 602-481-1032
Where the line is sold: See “Where To Buy” page on angelajohnsondesigns.com
Additional info: Angela Johnson is an award winning clothing designer with over 13 years in the fashion industry. Angela is best known for her “T-shirt Ballgowns” made from “thrifted” T-shirts.Angela's clothing is sold online, in boutiques nationwide, and at her fashion and trunk shows.She got her start working in design and production for X-Large Clothing, the line owned by Mike Diamond of the Beastie Boys and X-Girl, the line owned by Kim Gordon of Sonic Youth.Today, she designs under her own line and has been honored as Fashion Group International of Arizona’s Rising Star in 2004, Artist of the Year by the Scottsdale Cultural Council’s Chairman’s Committee, Chicest Local Designer by 944 Magazine in 2007 was a finalist in the Scottsdale Fashion Week’s Designer of the Year contest.
Where the line is sold: Online, Vivianna's boutique/Chandler AZ, Art events in the Phoenix Area
Additional info: Audrey Thacker Designs has been featured in YES, Sonoran Spotlight Magazine, Go Gilbert Magazine and Get Out's Nightlife section. Audrey also coordinates the Third Thursday/Sunset on the Plaza Event and the ValVistaLakes 2nd Saturday's Artisan Market. For more information, please visit www.audreythacker.com
Expires January 1, 2030
B.i.B.
Company Name: B.i.B. Type of Designs: Clothing- Screen-printed T-shirts Target customer gender: Women Target customer age: 18-33 y.o.
Classification: Urban Streetwear: "Your Alter Ego's Favorite Brand" Main Contact: Jessica Green
Sales Contact: Jessica Green
Website: BiBdreams.com (comin soon...) temporary site- myspace.com/BiBclothing or twitter.com/bitchimback Email: BiBclothing@gmail.com Address: 2016 S.Hammond Dr Ste 103 Tempe AZ 85282 Phone: (719)761-9167
Where the line is sold: Online
Additional info: B.i.B. is a movement for the flyness of womankind everywhere. Created in early 2009 by a budding fashion design student and big time dreamer- Jessica Jordan made what wasn't on the market... bold, outlandish, eye-catching apparel that homed a collection of fearless statements. Whether you love the attention or the notorious slang, these eccentric threads are for you. Isn't there's an inner vixen in us all?
Expires January 1, 2030
Briana Linea Fashions
Company Name: Briana Linea Fashions
Type of Designs: dresses, skirts, pants, jackets and custom wear such as prom and bridesmaid dresses and wedding gowns.
Target customer gender: women
Target customer age: teens to 50's
Classification: well constructed, classy like Chanel but vintage and retro like Betsey Johnson, conservative to the body but an eye catcher in design and color.
Where the line is sold: from home and future boutiques
Additional info: Briana Linea has been sewing for a constant two years (since 2007) and has already designed and created more than 25 custom garments for clients. She won the Sonoran Art League Scholarship her senior year in high school by creating a fabulous collection of 12 pieces in less than five months. She continues to perfect her Little Black Dress Collection and have boutiques be carrying her line by the fall of 2009.
Expires January 1, 2030
Caribbean Kids
Company Name:Caribbean Kids
Type of Designs: Clothing
Target customer gender: Boys & Girls
Target customer age: Children 12 months - 14 years
Where the line is sold: Caribbean Kids Boutique, Phoenix, AZ / www.caribbean-kids.com / Resort Shops: Boca Raton Resort & Club, Boca Raton, FL / Naples Grnade Beach Resort, Naples, FL / South Seas Island Resort, Captiva, FL
Additional info:Caribbean Kids is a unique designer brand of luxury clothing that is designed by the owner, from the exceptional fabrics to the distinctive styles. The designer line is inspired by the Caribbean island lifestyle. The boutique features the complete line of Caribbean Kids collection of exclusive, finely crafted, classic clothing for boys and girls sizes 12M to 14YRS.The line features boy’s camp shirts, polos, shorts, trousers, sweaters, jackets and swimwear in silk, linen and cotton.The girl’s line features tie tops, polos, shorts, skirts, dresses, pants, sweaters, jackets, swimwear and loungewear in silk, linen and cotton.The Caribbean Kids collection in one specialized boutique captures what the owner feel is the essence of island lifestyle for kids.
Expires January 1, 2030
Chris Kane Designs
Company Name:Chris Kane Designs
Type of Designs: Original Hand Dyed, Batik, & Shibori Silk Wearable Art
Target customer gender: Women
Target customer age: Youthful to Older Women
Classification: Wearable Art Silk Clothing for Women
Where the line is sold:Art On Boston, Chandler, AZ
Additional info: Award winning designer, Chris Kane, creates wearable art from her original hand painted, batik, and shibori (Japanese resist dyeing) fabrics on various silks to create mostly one-of-a-kind, or very limited editions of classic, including kimono, as well as contemporary fashion styles.Jackets, dresses and tops falling on the bias are featured items.The workmanship is consistently of the highest level, and her designs are available in art galleries and boutiques in various parts of the country.
Expires January 1, 2030
Christy Fisher Studio
Company Name: Christy Fisher Studio
Type of Designs: Clothing and Acessory Designs
Target customer gender: Women
Target customer age: 20-50
Classification: Clothing: contemporary art to wear with an emphasis on hand printed, vintage, and textural fabrics. Jewelry: Recycled glass, sterling silver
Where the line is sold: I wholesale to over 80 boutiques and art galleries throughout the US, Canada, and Japan. I own 2 retail stores in Jerome: The Fool on the Hill and Magpie/an art to wear gallery
Additional info: I designed clothing for rock bands in the 60's and 70s. Clients included Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton, and Frank Zappa. In the 1980's I produced a knitwear line for Macy's and a jewelry line for Dillard's. My jewelry has been carried at the Museum of Modern Art and the Smithsonian gift shops. I currently concentrate on limited edition and art to wear pieces. I create some fabric using handlooms and digitally printing over vintage textiles. All of my products are manufactured in Jerome, Arizona . My 2 retail stores in Jerome features my work and the work of other independent designers.
Address:8490 S. Power Road, Suite 105190, Gilbert, AZ85297
Phone: 480.242.9094
Where the line is sold: Local art venues; online; used in locally produced films
Additional info: My jewelry reflects my viewpoint that all women are beautiful and unique. I encourage women to be bold in the jewelry they wear, just as they are bold in their daily choices and the lives they lead.
Expires January 1, 2030
Culture Revolution Clothing
Company Name: Culture Revolution Clothing
Type of Designs: Clothing and Accesories Target customer gender: Women mostly but I do custom men's work.
Target customer age: 15-30
Classification: Eco-Friendly, edgly clothes. Punk, rock and new wave inspired clothing.
Additional info: Culture Revolution Clothing makes one of a kind clothing and accessories from eco-friendly materials. The clothes emphasize edgy styles and is influenced heavily by music. Culture Revolution participates in local charity functions and shows. The clothing can be custom ordered. The clothing is worn by the bass player of Intro5pect, a california punk band. We will soon be adding a men's line for ready to wear ordering.
Expires January 1, 2030
Debra Davenport
Company Name:Debra Davenport
Type of Designs:Clothing
Target customer gender:Women
Target customer age:25-55
Classification:Couture; luxury prêt-a-porter
Main Contact:Debra Davenport
Sales Contact:Sales Team
Website:www.debradavenport.com
Email:contact@debradavenport.com
Address:Scottsdale / Los Angeles / Paris
Phone:(480) 348-7875 / (866) 232-6492 toll-free
Where the line is sold:Una Bella Boutique (Phoenix); Groupe 22V (Paris); private order
Additional info:Debra Davenport was most recently seen at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week in Los Angeles and on the red carpet for the 2009 Grammy Awards. American Idol, Jordin Sparks, selected a Debra Davenport original for the event.
Where the line is sold: Rima Fine Art, Scottsdale, Circle & Square Boutique, San Francisco, CA; www.dressedupcat.com
Additional info:
Dressed Up Cat handbags are unique, titled pieces of “art wear” created from "found" items with humorous or sardonic themes (frequently about time, safari, love, or the Old West). Titles have included “Time's a-Wastin'”, “Alligator Mambo”, “I'm Leaf-ing You”, and “Marabou Buckeroo”.I typically use only leather bags; the bags and their embellishments are pristine vintage housewares, feather boas, jewelry and more.Each has a brass name tag and leopard print dust cover.Accolades include 2008 Nominee for “Best Green Handbag” Indy Handbag Designer’s Awards (the “Handbag Oscars”); Cooper Hewitt Design Museum 2008 People’s Choice Award Nominee.
Where the line is sold: Chicky Bella, Enchantments Home & Baby, Labebeboutique.com, Shesgotitall.net, Polka Dot Moon, Babies Bellies & Bling & Cutie Patootie
Additional info: Funky Bums is the anti-teddy bear alternative to your little one's individual, urban style. A tee shirt line for small kids, and their style-conscious moms, that provides a contemporary fashion option to the world's youngest dudes & divas. No more baby blues, sea-foam greens, cartoon giraffes, or choo choo trains. We're talking blacks, browns, reds and graphics with hard attitude. This is where funk meets rock and cutesy bunnies run for cover.
Expires January 1, 2030
Hellcat Metalworks
Company Name:Hellcat Metalworks
Type of Designs:Accessories
Target customer gender:Male and Female
Target customer age:All age adults
Classification:Fine stones and metals, one of a kind, hand fabricated sculptural jewelry
Main Contact:Catherine Rone (Garrigan), owner and designer
Jennyvi Dizon Couture is an upscale bridal and evening wear company that has been providing quality custom bridal and evening gowns for over four years throughout Arizona. Brides-to-be all over Arizona have come to Jennyvi Dizon Couture after not finding the gown of their dreams in high traffic retail establishments. The services being offered by Jennyvi Dizon Couture to brides-to-be is far superior to that of any ordinary retail chain and has become a saving grace to those desperate for a quality well made originally styled gown. After much success of a few initial clients, Jennyvi Dizon Couture debuted in many fashion shows and started generating bridal leads. Over 4 years of constant public lime-light, Jennyvi Dizon has made a name in the fashion industry as an upscale bridal and evening wear designer. As an individual Jennyvi Dizon has even won several major design awards for her talents and has kept a high public profile by networking in business related social events. Her name has been published in such prestigious publications like the ArizonaRepublic, she has graced the cover of BizAZ Magazine, has been in the Tucson Citizen, 944 Magazine and has even been on 5 major television stations both in Phoenix and Tucson.
Expires January 1, 2030
Joy Li Concepts, LLC
Company Name:Joy Li Concepts, LLC
Type of Designs:Clothing
Target customer gender:Female
Target customer age:
Classification:Contemporary
Main Contact:
Sales Contact:
Website:www.joyli.net
Email: info@joyli.net
Address: Corporate Office- 8100 E. Camelback Road #52, Scottsdale, AZ85251
Boutique: Studio JoyLi, The Mix Shops, 7144 E. Stetson Drive, Suite 100, ScottsdaleAZ85251
Additional Info:Designer Joy Li, a 25-year-veteran of the fashion industry, designed for some of the most recognized brands in the field, including Liz Claiborne, Wimbledon, Carole Little and Guess. Her entrée to the New York fashion industry began with a career as a fit model. Li’s experience provided an in-depth understanding of design and merchandising collections.
Li’s passion to find balance in today’s hectic world is the inspiration behind the Joy Li collection. Her goal is to create looks that project inner strength, beauty and confidence to move through life each day with purpose.
Where the line is sold: (shops & seasonal shows) Art on Boston Gallery, Inspirations Giftshop, Vivi's Boutique, Hilton Hotel, & online.
Additional info: I work with crystals, gemstones with beading, & wire-work. I have done work for a celeb and my work has been in a movie. I have been a featured designer in YES Magazine. I do a few shows around the Christmas holiday season, but I prefer my gallery & shop clientele.
Additional info: Rabid customer fan base....delicate silk thread necklaces with handmade gold or silver peace signs and hand-hammered hoops have been favorites. Worn by model Marissa Miller, Sonic Youth's Kim Gordon and Miss Venesuela
Expires January 1, 2030
MongQThaiTran (Uh-Oh!Kouture)
Company Name: MongQThaiTran (Uh-Oh!Kouture)
Type of Designs: Clothing (MongQThaitran) & Recycled clothing (Uh-Oh!Kouture)
Target customer gender: women
Target customer age: Teens-all ages
Classification: exotic recyclable clothing & modern Asian designs
Main Contact: Owner/Designer: MongQ Tran
Sales Contact: Designer
Website: www.mongqthaitran.com
Email: info@uhohkouture.com
Address: N/A
Phone: 480-200-5753
Where the line is sold: MQNK Apparel (contact owner)
Additional info: MongQThaiTran/Uh-Oh!Kouture was established Dec. of 2008 by owner/designer MongQ Tran. Her first fashion show was at Miss Vietnam Arizona pageant and ever since, her unique designs and eye-catching performances had lead her through many successful fashion shows, magazine spreads, calendars, and etc. Her biggest show was at Casino Del Sol Saigon Night, successfully showing her work to over 2000 audience. MongQ got accepted to FIDM Spring of 2009 and plans to pursue fashion designer soon after graduating.MongQ is studying Marketing at W.P.CareySchool of Business at ASU and plan to utilize her Marketing degree and grow her fashion business.
Expires January 1, 2030
Nikolaev Designs Jewelry
Company Name: Nikolaev Designs Jewelry
Type of Designs: Jewelry
Target customer gender:Ladies
Target customer age: 20 on up, primary customer is art collector 30-50's
Address: Web based business operated out of Gilbert, AZ
Phone: 408-472-0539
Where the line is sold: on-line
Additional info: Nostalgic Boutique strives to create feminine, timeless pieces…vintage inspired with a contemporary twist! It’s important to be aware of the trends, but not to be a slave to them.
Where the line is sold: See “Where to Buy” page on oumaclothing.com
Additional info: Monique is best known for her whimsical party dresses, made from humble cotton and always festive, tulle. Her designs are made with comfort and character in mind. She recently started selling her clothing to individuals world wide including Japanese pop artist Mari Iijima. Grateful to online bloggers who made her a go to girl for party dresses and non traditional wedding dresses
Expires January 1, 2030
Paul Lee Hazlett Exclusives
Company Name: Paul Lee Hazlett Exclusives
Type of Designs: Women’s Eveningwear & Wedding Attire – Hand bead work
Target customer gender: Women
Target customer age: Women and Girls – all ages specialize in physically fit women size 0-8
Classification: High End Contemporary to Conservative with an Avant Guard Flair, Red Carpet
Main Contact: Owner PaulLee Hazlett Exclusives
Sales Contact: Paul Lee Hazlett
Website: MSN Space page, Facebook, Schon Magazine-Nineteen74
Additional info: 25 years sewing experience.Self taught specializing in hand beaded evening gowns and wedding gowns.Professional fitter and tailor, certified model and have been in several fashion shows from DetroitMI to San Francisco, CA.Recently accepted as an emerging designer in Phoenix Fashion Week.
Where the line is sold: Online, Conspire, (Phoenix, AZ), Mingle (SF, CA)
Additional info:Spraygraphic Apparel™ is a clothing company dedicated to developing Thought Provoking Style™ for people to wear and enjoy. The clothes we wear have the power to speak to others about how we feel, what we think, and what we would like others to think about. Spraygraphic is more than just throwing on a plain old shirt. It is an active choice that has the capacity to make a difference in your life and the life of others. We have always preferred to find and wear clothes that have pushed us to think, inspired us to imagine, and invited us to look at life differently (if only for a moment). All of our social commentary, images, and ideas are made of sweatshop free clothing.
Expires January 1, 2030
Stitch Connect
Company Name: Stitch Connect
Type of Designs: Clothing
Target customer gender: Men and Women
Target customer age: All Ages
Classification: Faith Inspired Fitted T-Shirts/ Ready to Wear
Where the line is sold: Studio 15 in Scottsdale, AZ-High Maintenance Boutique in the Renaissance Hotel in Glendale, AZ-Different Trends.com
Additional info: Stitch Connect was launched in 2002 with a purpose to inspire. Over the last six years the brand has evolved immensely but has never left its roots. The inspiration comes from the streets we live in and the diverse cultures that surround us. Our vision here at Stitch Connect is to create t-shirts that will inspire. We combine unique designs with quality material to create our product. During the printing process each t-shirt is printed slightly different so each and every customer gets that one of a kind feel. We will continue to develop our collection but never forget why we are here.
"Stitch Connect is more than a clothing brand... its a family that will unite as one and become unstoppable!"
Additional info: Originally unique confections, handmade glam, consisting of vintage inspirations, florals, cameos, skulls, Swarovski crystals, my love for dark things, with a hint of death, and a dash of sparkle! Get Torture(d).
Expires January 1, 2030
Vickilyn's Closet
Company Name: Vickilyn’s Closet
Type of Designs: Clothing, Accessories, and HairFalls
Target customer gender: Women
Target customer age: Ranges from Children to Teens and Young Adults
Classification: Gothic, Alternative, and Avant Garde
Where the line is sold: Cherry Frequency Boutique in Fiesta Mall, MesaArizona and online at www.vickilyn13.etsy.com
Additional info: This whole thing started out doing custom orders for people who saw me wearing my own crazy creations, the etsy store spawned from that and then it was on to getting Vickilyn’s Closet into Fiesta Mall. I’m only 20 years old, I’ve put on my own fashion show and made this line and all of my creations in less than a year so I hope that everyone will see my ambition and passion for fashion and bringing a little bit of crazy to the world.
Additional Info:VMarie Fashion was created in 2006 by designer Rickie Gonzales; as a tribute to Rickie's beloved twin sister Valerie Marie who passed away in 2004. He created VMarie as an outlet for his passion for design using Valerie Marie's fascination with the butterfly to spotlight its ability to transform and is reflected in the company logo and in its vision.The essence of the VMarie design aesthetic is the metamorphosis of the Butterfly.A creation of function, shape and form, the wonder of mystery, efficiency adorned.
The style of VMarie transforms a woman's inner beauty to exterior visibility. The VMarie "One of a Kind" collection embraces every facet of a woman from the emotion and desires within to the outer curves of her body.
Fueled by the conviction that ALL women are classic beauties he constructs clothing that enhances all figures. Rickie's stylish, clean design aesthetics with tailored designs and playful motifs are charmed with sexy unique details embodying elements of poise and elegance.
Expires January 1, 2030
VOSTENAKstudios
Company Name: VOSTENAKstudios
Type of Designs: Accessories
Target customer gender:Women, some Men
Target customer age:35-70
Classification: Sculptural Jewelry: Contemporary Art to Wear: Bespoke
Main Contact: Valerie Ostenak, owner/artist/designer
Where the line is sold: valerieostenak.com: see online store and press/galleries page; boutique/gallery trunk shows
Additional info:
The VOSTENAKstudios silver and steel jewelry designs are contemporary with fluid lines and great attention to detail. Ostenak's unique style is easily recognizable in every piece. She creates one-of-a-kind statement neckpieces, hairpieces, and earrings with delicately intertwined metalwork in her Woven Collection. Her Ribbon Collection consists of more simple hammered styles with a highly reflective finish. Designs are crafted from Argentium sterling silver and embellished with high karat gold accents, freshwater pearls and semi-precious gemstones.
Artist Statement:
I am drawn to the sensuous flow of roots, vines, and watereach effecting a visual reference of change, strength, and beauty. With my jewelry, I wish to transform the wearer with the same flowing energy into an extraordinary image for themselves, and those around them.
Recent Award and Publications:
2009 Halstead Bead Jewelry Design Business Development Grant
