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Julie McCullough
folksie 
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Megan Mckinney
megMORGAN 
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Misty Wells
M.V.C by Misty Chanel 
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Megan Mckinney
megMORGAN
megMORGAN is a fun and flirty woman's ready to wear line with a modern twist on southern fashion. Combining fun and flirty materials like lace, fringe, sheers and leather to create a sophisticated well polished must have piece.
Tell us about your goals for your line over the next 5 years and how you hope to accomplish them.
Currently I am working a non fashion job full time and working part time on my line. My goal is to make it possible to work for myself. I plan on continuing to promote my line by being apart of runway shows and through social media.
What is the inspiration for your upcoming collection?
Modern Southern Style.
Where can we currently find your line?
megMORGAN.net
Etsy:
etsy.com/shop/megMORGAN
megMORGAN
megMORGAN is a fun and flirty woman's ready to wear line with a modern twist on southern fashion. Combining fun and flirty materials like lace, fringe, sheers and leather to create a sophisticated well polished must have piece.
Tell us about your goals for your line over the next 5 years and how you hope to accomplish them.
Currently I am working a non fashion job full time and working part time on my line. My goal is to make it possible to work for myself. I plan on continuing to promote my line by being apart of runway shows and through social media.
What is the inspiration for your upcoming collection?
Modern Southern Style.
Where can we currently find your line?
megMORGAN.net
Etsy:
etsy.com/shop/megMORGAN
Misty Wells
M.V.C by Misty Chanel
M.V.C by Misty Chanel represents the trendy full figured women. It is fun and flirt with a vintage flare. M.V.C is known for its bold colors and unique design.
Tell us about your goals for your line over the next 5 years and how you hope to accomplish them.
Over the next 5 years, I hope to market M.V.C to more than just a local level. I would like to sell in boutiques across Texas and ordered across the country.
Where can we currently find your line?
You can visit my showroom in Downtown Dallas.
www.facebook.com/mvcbymistychanel
IG: mvcbymistychanel
Etsy: mvcbymistychanel
M.V.C by Misty Chanel
M.V.C by Misty Chanel represents the trendy full figured women. It is fun and flirt with a vintage flare. M.V.C is known for its bold colors and unique design.
Tell us about your goals for your line over the next 5 years and how you hope to accomplish them.
Over the next 5 years, I hope to market M.V.C to more than just a local level. I would like to sell in boutiques across Texas and ordered across the country.
Where can we currently find your line?
You can visit my showroom in Downtown Dallas.
www.facebook.com/mvcbymistychanel
IG: mvcbymistychanel
Etsy: mvcbymistychanel
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Rochelle Rodriguez
Rochelle Rodriguez 
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Chelsea Page
c.h.r.o.m.a 
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Karina Garza & Jinny Hornsby
Kae and Jae 
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Rochelle Rodriguez
Rochelle Rodriguez
"I am a romantic in every sense of the word and my line is a direct reflection of that ideal. These designs embrace how women want to be seen and adored, coupled with a dash of independence and strength. They are for any woman wanting to MAKE A STATEMENT."
What is the inspiration for your upcoming collection?
Life imitating art!! I'm getting married in May. This collection is definitely inspired by my own trip down the aisle.
Tell us about your goals for your line over the next 5 years and how you hope to accomplish them.
I hope to steadily build up the bridal side of my line. I am taking on new clients and designing custom dresses, which most get named after the bride and will appear in future collections. I want to build up my editorial profile and events like The Pin Show help cultivate relationships with photographers and stylists.
Where can we find your line?
www.rochellerodriguez.com
Rochelle Rodriguez
"I am a romantic in every sense of the word and my line is a direct reflection of that ideal. These designs embrace how women want to be seen and adored, coupled with a dash of independence and strength. They are for any woman wanting to MAKE A STATEMENT."
What is the inspiration for your upcoming collection?
Life imitating art!! I'm getting married in May. This collection is definitely inspired by my own trip down the aisle.
Tell us about your goals for your line over the next 5 years and how you hope to accomplish them.
I hope to steadily build up the bridal side of my line. I am taking on new clients and designing custom dresses, which most get named after the bride and will appear in future collections. I want to build up my editorial profile and events like The Pin Show help cultivate relationships with photographers and stylists.
Where can we find your line?
www.rochellerodriguez.com
Chelsea Page
c.h.r.o.m.a
“c.h.r.o.m.a” is a women’s Ready to Wear line inspired by vivid color and playful
prints. This fun and eccentric line, c.h.r.o.m.a, features fashion forward silhouettes
complete with creative style-lines, textured fabric, and print blocking. Designed
for the woman who lets color portray her essence; “c.h.r.o.m.a” is there to be her
spectrum.
What is the inspiration for your upcoming collection?
Nature truly captivated me when I moved back to Louisiana. I would normally go through the day without appreciating nature, but there was something different about the colorful clouds and sunsets that I could not ignore. It was breathtaking.
Tell us about your goals for your line over the next 5 years and how you hope to accomplish them.
After entering The Pin Show and debuting “c.h.r.o.m.a” I really pray that the momentum of my inspiration continues. My creativity is constantly flowing. I am currently expanding my brand and I am constantly looking for ways to get my brand noticed. 2014 is all about exposure for my line and myself. I’m looking to eventually make “c.h.r.o.m.a” a household name. In five years I hope to be in some boutiques over the South region of the U.S and also a few major retailers. While living in Louisiana is leaving me a little pressed for fashion opportunity I am not giving up on the industry all over the South. I will take it by storm!
Where can we find your line?
Currently c.h.r.o.m.a is only available through custom order via contact.chroma@yahoo.com
c.h.r.o.m.a
“c.h.r.o.m.a” is a women’s Ready to Wear line inspired by vivid color and playful
prints. This fun and eccentric line, c.h.r.o.m.a, features fashion forward silhouettes
complete with creative style-lines, textured fabric, and print blocking. Designed
for the woman who lets color portray her essence; “c.h.r.o.m.a” is there to be her
spectrum.
What is the inspiration for your upcoming collection?
Nature truly captivated me when I moved back to Louisiana. I would normally go through the day without appreciating nature, but there was something different about the colorful clouds and sunsets that I could not ignore. It was breathtaking.
Tell us about your goals for your line over the next 5 years and how you hope to accomplish them.
After entering The Pin Show and debuting “c.h.r.o.m.a” I really pray that the momentum of my inspiration continues. My creativity is constantly flowing. I am currently expanding my brand and I am constantly looking for ways to get my brand noticed. 2014 is all about exposure for my line and myself. I’m looking to eventually make “c.h.r.o.m.a” a household name. In five years I hope to be in some boutiques over the South region of the U.S and also a few major retailers. While living in Louisiana is leaving me a little pressed for fashion opportunity I am not giving up on the industry all over the South. I will take it by storm!
Where can we find your line?
Currently c.h.r.o.m.a is only available through custom order via contact.chroma@yahoo.com
Karina Garza & Jinny Hornsby
Kae and Jae
Kae & Jae is a collaboration of two independent designers that came about by sharing their different ideas, attitudes and experiences, creating this line called "Good Mourning". From "trendy" to "classic" key pieces, Kae & Jae was created to fit the needs of both worlds thus catering to all women. They are a duo not fond ofconventional rules, which sets the stage for their collection. Only one rule applies to Kae & Jae....Break them All!
Where can we find your line?
www.elluments.com
Kae and Jae
Kae & Jae is a collaboration of two independent designers that came about by sharing their different ideas, attitudes and experiences, creating this line called "Good Mourning". From "trendy" to "classic" key pieces, Kae & Jae was created to fit the needs of both worlds thus catering to all women. They are a duo not fond ofconventional rules, which sets the stage for their collection. Only one rule applies to Kae & Jae....Break them All!
Where can we find your line?
www.elluments.com
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Becky Hollands
Becky Hollands 
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Teddy Legbedion
Blokes 'n' Divas 
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Rusty Bell
ThrIII 
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Becky Hollands
Becky Hollands
The Becky Hollands Label is a celebration of the individualistic woman who is confident, artistic, and the ultimate "modern sophisticate." You will find in her designs innovative selections of textiles, expressive clash of lines, and forms and textures which come together in a harmonious state of elegance and agility. Becky's work is often described as modern and timeless with a note of "effortlessness."
WHAT IS THE INSPIRATION FOR YOUR UPCOMING COLLECTION?
The Becky Hollands Fall/Winter 2014 collection is all about “Modern Jetsetter.” The six looks that are planned to show will very much encompass the perfect wardrobe for this traveling sophisticate.
Designer Becky's fascination with architecture is always prevalent in her work. Space, form and movement will play a big part in the upcoming collection. Designer Becky also plans to take the beautiful richness and pungency of selected colors and integrate it into the line while maintaining subtlety with textiles so it delivers a well-balanced wardrobe in versatility and look for the “modern sophisticate.”
TELL US ABOUT YOUR GOALS FOR YOUR LINE OVER THE NEXT 5 YEARS AND HOW YOU HOPE TO ACCOMPLISH THEM?
The Becky Hollands label hopes to gain media exposure and the opportunity to build the brand through networking within the industry. The Becky Hollands label also hopes to have the opportunity to build and increase our clientele as we concentrate to expand in the Dallas and Houston market. In doing so, seasonal collections will be shown every year. We also have plans to come out with not only a bridal but an eveningwear line as we currently design custom gowns for our clients. We also plan to reach out to specialty boutiques, participate in fashion shows, and most importantly, charity events throughout the year.
WHERE CAN WE FIND YOUR LINE?
The Becky Hollands label is currently made-to-order by contacting the website at www.beckyhollands.com
Becky Hollands
The Becky Hollands Label is a celebration of the individualistic woman who is confident, artistic, and the ultimate "modern sophisticate." You will find in her designs innovative selections of textiles, expressive clash of lines, and forms and textures which come together in a harmonious state of elegance and agility. Becky's work is often described as modern and timeless with a note of "effortlessness."
WHAT IS THE INSPIRATION FOR YOUR UPCOMING COLLECTION?
The Becky Hollands Fall/Winter 2014 collection is all about “Modern Jetsetter.” The six looks that are planned to show will very much encompass the perfect wardrobe for this traveling sophisticate.
Designer Becky's fascination with architecture is always prevalent in her work. Space, form and movement will play a big part in the upcoming collection. Designer Becky also plans to take the beautiful richness and pungency of selected colors and integrate it into the line while maintaining subtlety with textiles so it delivers a well-balanced wardrobe in versatility and look for the “modern sophisticate.”
TELL US ABOUT YOUR GOALS FOR YOUR LINE OVER THE NEXT 5 YEARS AND HOW YOU HOPE TO ACCOMPLISH THEM?
The Becky Hollands label hopes to gain media exposure and the opportunity to build the brand through networking within the industry. The Becky Hollands label also hopes to have the opportunity to build and increase our clientele as we concentrate to expand in the Dallas and Houston market. In doing so, seasonal collections will be shown every year. We also have plans to come out with not only a bridal but an eveningwear line as we currently design custom gowns for our clients. We also plan to reach out to specialty boutiques, participate in fashion shows, and most importantly, charity events throughout the year.
WHERE CAN WE FIND YOUR LINE?
The Becky Hollands label is currently made-to-order by contacting the website at www.beckyhollands.com
Teddy Legbedion
Blokes 'n' Divas
Goddess
Simple and sublime, a step above smart and chic. She walks into the room
and even in her simplicity amongst very elegantly clad women, her aura
goes before her and lightens the room she's in. You can't help but notice
her, graceful, human yet ethereal, luminous and detailed style. From ages,
her characteristic beauty has echoed from mouths, even from babes unborn.
Yes, she's goddess!
DESCRIPTION OF COLLECTION.
Our goddess is dressed in sheer fabrics, tied and dyed by highly skilled
indigenous artisans found only in the interiors of Western Nigeria. The
end product is a unique exotic fabric called Adire’ made in free flowing
gowns, drapes and halter necklines. The use of natural colors, blended
with delicate blends of chattily, and macramé lace once again gives a
whole new freshness to what afro chic is all about.
OUR GOAL FOR THE LINE IN THE NEXT 5 YEARS.
Our main goal for the next 5 years is to keep churning out great designs,
improve on marketing and increase of our clientele base. We hope to do
this by increased participation in local and international fashion events
and by use of technology driven marketing methods.
WHERE OUR LINE CAN BE FOUND PRESENTLY.
Currently, our line can be found on our website and a couple of shops in
Africa. Blokes 'n' Divas
Blokes 'n' Divas
Goddess
Simple and sublime, a step above smart and chic. She walks into the room
and even in her simplicity amongst very elegantly clad women, her aura
goes before her and lightens the room she's in. You can't help but notice
her, graceful, human yet ethereal, luminous and detailed style. From ages,
her characteristic beauty has echoed from mouths, even from babes unborn.
Yes, she's goddess!
DESCRIPTION OF COLLECTION.
Our goddess is dressed in sheer fabrics, tied and dyed by highly skilled
indigenous artisans found only in the interiors of Western Nigeria. The
end product is a unique exotic fabric called Adire’ made in free flowing
gowns, drapes and halter necklines. The use of natural colors, blended
with delicate blends of chattily, and macramé lace once again gives a
whole new freshness to what afro chic is all about.
OUR GOAL FOR THE LINE IN THE NEXT 5 YEARS.
Our main goal for the next 5 years is to keep churning out great designs,
improve on marketing and increase of our clientele base. We hope to do
this by increased participation in local and international fashion events
and by use of technology driven marketing methods.
WHERE OUR LINE CAN BE FOUND PRESENTLY.
Currently, our line can be found on our website and a couple of shops in
Africa. Blokes 'n' Divas
Rusty Bell
ThrIII
ThrIII is fun, sexy, and comfortable underwear and lounge-wear designed for real men. Available in sizes M-3XL thrIII strives to bring a body positive attitude to menswear and a confidence to every wearer. The inspiration for this line comes from the sensuality and toughness that each man has within him.
What is the inspiration for your upcoming collection?
The inspiration for this collection comes from my club-kid days of the early 90’s living in a Spiceworld of excess. These designs are expanding on the dichotomy that was at the center of my being during that time – the want to live in excess and the need to exist in reality. I stretch to capture this hardcore mentality with a fresh comfort and strength.
Tell us about your goals for your line over the next 5 years and how you hope to accomplish them.
Over the next 5 years, the main goal is to create a cult following of loyal customers who will act as brand ambassadors, turning thrIII into a lifestyle brand. Our planning and positioning will have a huge social awareness and social media presence.
Where can we find your line?
Currently the line can be found at www.thriiiformen.com.
ThrIII
ThrIII is fun, sexy, and comfortable underwear and lounge-wear designed for real men. Available in sizes M-3XL thrIII strives to bring a body positive attitude to menswear and a confidence to every wearer. The inspiration for this line comes from the sensuality and toughness that each man has within him.
What is the inspiration for your upcoming collection?
The inspiration for this collection comes from my club-kid days of the early 90’s living in a Spiceworld of excess. These designs are expanding on the dichotomy that was at the center of my being during that time – the want to live in excess and the need to exist in reality. I stretch to capture this hardcore mentality with a fresh comfort and strength.
Tell us about your goals for your line over the next 5 years and how you hope to accomplish them.
Over the next 5 years, the main goal is to create a cult following of loyal customers who will act as brand ambassadors, turning thrIII into a lifestyle brand. Our planning and positioning will have a huge social awareness and social media presence.
Where can we find your line?
Currently the line can be found at www.thriiiformen.com.
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Socorro Franco
Coco Franco 
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Gia Rodriguez
Gia Rodriguez 
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ANNIE BARRIENTOS
and ALDO SANDOVAL Sandbarri 
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Socorro Franco
Coco Franco
What is the inspiration for your upcoming collection?
My inspiration came from "Dia de los muertos" which means "Day of the dead". It represents the love ones, the ones that will be remembered forever. My designs embrace how women want to be seen and how they want to be remembered every moment, every day and every year ,so they will not to be forgotten. Each dress embraces how special the women is. In addition,it's all about honoring and embracing the female curves and the elegance that women personify every day of their life. I worked with lines, forms of the human body such as the human skeleton. Also, I have incorporated different kind of fabrics such as; black leather, silk and organza. The colors that I have used are: black which represents dead when celebrating " Dia de los muertos ", the white color represents angels from haven, the brown color represents the dirt from our cemetery. No one would like to be forgotten so Coco Franco line is trying to stay forever in the women s mine.
Tell us about your goals for your line over the next 5 years and how you hope to accomplish them.
Since I was 18 years old, I have always wanted to open my own clothing boutique where I could sell my own line but I wanted to open it in Mexico City ,but since been in the U.S.A , Dallas has become the first City that I would love for this to happen. I want to stay based here and still become a household name in the fashion industry.I would like to open a boutique in Dallas where women would try my clothing and it will make them feel confident and beautiful. I would keep working with women one-on-one on a custom dress for that special occasion the same I am doing now at my studio. I hope to gain more media exposure and obtain more clients. With my current collection, I hope to produce pieces on a larger scale and start selling my line in more local boutiques, hopefully this year.
Where can we find your line?
You can find Coco Franco brand at
http://www.cocofranco.com/
http://www.facebook.com/coco.franco1
Coco Franco
What is the inspiration for your upcoming collection?
My inspiration came from "Dia de los muertos" which means "Day of the dead". It represents the love ones, the ones that will be remembered forever. My designs embrace how women want to be seen and how they want to be remembered every moment, every day and every year ,so they will not to be forgotten. Each dress embraces how special the women is. In addition,it's all about honoring and embracing the female curves and the elegance that women personify every day of their life. I worked with lines, forms of the human body such as the human skeleton. Also, I have incorporated different kind of fabrics such as; black leather, silk and organza. The colors that I have used are: black which represents dead when celebrating " Dia de los muertos ", the white color represents angels from haven, the brown color represents the dirt from our cemetery. No one would like to be forgotten so Coco Franco line is trying to stay forever in the women s mine.
Tell us about your goals for your line over the next 5 years and how you hope to accomplish them.
Since I was 18 years old, I have always wanted to open my own clothing boutique where I could sell my own line but I wanted to open it in Mexico City ,but since been in the U.S.A , Dallas has become the first City that I would love for this to happen. I want to stay based here and still become a household name in the fashion industry.I would like to open a boutique in Dallas where women would try my clothing and it will make them feel confident and beautiful. I would keep working with women one-on-one on a custom dress for that special occasion the same I am doing now at my studio. I hope to gain more media exposure and obtain more clients. With my current collection, I hope to produce pieces on a larger scale and start selling my line in more local boutiques, hopefully this year.
Where can we find your line?
You can find Coco Franco brand at
http://www.cocofranco.com/
http://www.facebook.com/coco.franco1
Gia Rodriguez
Gia Rodriguez
The Gia Rodriguez collection is where style and substance come together in a luxury line of beautifully hand-crafted bags and accessories. Each piece is designed to address the need for stand out accessories that add a special something to every outfit, yet are functional enough to meet the demands of modern life. I'm passionate about beautiful design, but also committed to maintaining the highest standards in the quality of my product which is why each piece is hand-crafted in Dallas, TX and New York.
What is the inspiration for your upcoming collection?
I'm inspired by world cultures and I always use references from my travels as a focal point. I also love to designbeautiful solutions for modern life, fusing cultural and lifestyle references with my passion for leather, metals, and other interesting materials. So my upcoming collection is fusion of all these elements... my experimentation with form, transitional design, and luxury finishing, to explore new directions in accessory design.
Tell us about your goals for your line over the next 5 years and how you hope to accomplish them.
Over the next 5 years, I'll broaden the collection to include a unisex offering of transitional bags and carriers. I'll also expand beyond digital sales and begin selling through select retailers.
Where can we find your line? giarodriguez.com, modalyst.co, http://www.custommade.com/by/giarodriguez/
Gia Rodriguez
The Gia Rodriguez collection is where style and substance come together in a luxury line of beautifully hand-crafted bags and accessories. Each piece is designed to address the need for stand out accessories that add a special something to every outfit, yet are functional enough to meet the demands of modern life. I'm passionate about beautiful design, but also committed to maintaining the highest standards in the quality of my product which is why each piece is hand-crafted in Dallas, TX and New York.
What is the inspiration for your upcoming collection?
I'm inspired by world cultures and I always use references from my travels as a focal point. I also love to designbeautiful solutions for modern life, fusing cultural and lifestyle references with my passion for leather, metals, and other interesting materials. So my upcoming collection is fusion of all these elements... my experimentation with form, transitional design, and luxury finishing, to explore new directions in accessory design.
Tell us about your goals for your line over the next 5 years and how you hope to accomplish them.
Over the next 5 years, I'll broaden the collection to include a unisex offering of transitional bags and carriers. I'll also expand beyond digital sales and begin selling through select retailers.
Where can we find your line? giarodriguez.com, modalyst.co, http://www.custommade.com/by/giarodriguez/
ANNIE BARRIENTOS
and
ALDO SANDOVAL
Sandbarri
Sandbarri was founded with the goal of offering the elegance and comfort
of everyday wear for women, while incorporating the finest fabrics,
beautiful design detail, and the “Sway of Simplicity.” Design inspiration
comes from the nature’s simplest detail, and by the contemporary and
classical arts. Our customer is simple, yet elegant with a touch of class and
structure. She is fashion forward, comfort is key, and she is confident and sways in her beauty.
What is the inspiration for your upcoming collection?
Our collection was inspired by rich apple orchards in the fall season. The deep reds of the crisp apples bring you clean, refreshing silhouettes.
The broad variation of greens that run through the leafs bring warm colors,
layering pieces are seen throughout the line, this is inspired by the layers
upon layers of bark. The crunch of the leaves bring the clean, crisp, and warm setting of an apple orchard.
Tell us about your goals for your line over the next 5 years and how you hope to accomplish them.
Our goal for the next five years is to have our label in boutiques around
Dallas/FTW area and to sell our products online. We hope to accomplish
these goals by having trunk shows and participating in local markets, introducing our line.
Where can we find your line?
www.sandbarri.com
and
ALDO SANDOVAL
Sandbarri
Sandbarri was founded with the goal of offering the elegance and comfort
of everyday wear for women, while incorporating the finest fabrics,
beautiful design detail, and the “Sway of Simplicity.” Design inspiration
comes from the nature’s simplest detail, and by the contemporary and
classical arts. Our customer is simple, yet elegant with a touch of class and
structure. She is fashion forward, comfort is key, and she is confident and sways in her beauty.
What is the inspiration for your upcoming collection?
Our collection was inspired by rich apple orchards in the fall season. The deep reds of the crisp apples bring you clean, refreshing silhouettes.
The broad variation of greens that run through the leafs bring warm colors,
layering pieces are seen throughout the line, this is inspired by the layers
upon layers of bark. The crunch of the leaves bring the clean, crisp, and warm setting of an apple orchard.
Tell us about your goals for your line over the next 5 years and how you hope to accomplish them.
Our goal for the next five years is to have our label in boutiques around
Dallas/FTW area and to sell our products online. We hope to accomplish
these goals by having trunk shows and participating in local markets, introducing our line.
Where can we find your line?
www.sandbarri.com
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Neil Marek & Robbie Richard
Marek + Richard 
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Ann Hoang
Ann Hoang by Ann Hoang 
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Kristen DeRocha
Little Day Dresses 
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Neil Marek & Robbie Richard
Marek + Richard
Marek+Richard is brand that offers funky fresh, casual knitwear designs for men that include undergarments, tanks and t-shirts. The individual collections within the line are inspired by popular trends in menswear, modern art, and popular culture. Marek+Richard products are designed and produced locally in a commitment to revitalizing American made manufacturing in the Dallas area.
What is the inspiration for your upcoming collection?
My inspiration for the upcoming collection definitely will come from the fiery excitement I get from seeing my line on the runway again!
Tell us about your goals for your line over the next 5 years and how you hope to accomplish them.
In the next five years we would love to see Marek+Richard recognized on a national and international level as an emerging “American Made” label in the men's underwear/active wear category. As we continue to grow the brand in retail locations nationwide, we hope to expand the brand by participating in local events, growing social media avenues, broadening our product assortment and finding innovative sourcing techniques.
Marek+Richard also plans to create new revenue streams by broadening our product assortments. We plan to introduce screen-printed merchandise in Spring 2013 and we are fully confident that in 2014 Marek+Richard will branch out into woven and knit swim-wear. This will not only benefit our current accounts, but will also allow us to expand into more specialty swimwear boutiques.
Hard work and the combination of these processes will ultimately allow Marek+Richard to reach these lofty aspirations in the next five years.
Where can we find your line?
Universal Gear: Hell’s Kitchen, www.marekrichard.com
Marek + Richard
Marek+Richard is brand that offers funky fresh, casual knitwear designs for men that include undergarments, tanks and t-shirts. The individual collections within the line are inspired by popular trends in menswear, modern art, and popular culture. Marek+Richard products are designed and produced locally in a commitment to revitalizing American made manufacturing in the Dallas area.
What is the inspiration for your upcoming collection?
My inspiration for the upcoming collection definitely will come from the fiery excitement I get from seeing my line on the runway again!
Tell us about your goals for your line over the next 5 years and how you hope to accomplish them.
In the next five years we would love to see Marek+Richard recognized on a national and international level as an emerging “American Made” label in the men's underwear/active wear category. As we continue to grow the brand in retail locations nationwide, we hope to expand the brand by participating in local events, growing social media avenues, broadening our product assortment and finding innovative sourcing techniques.
Marek+Richard also plans to create new revenue streams by broadening our product assortments. We plan to introduce screen-printed merchandise in Spring 2013 and we are fully confident that in 2014 Marek+Richard will branch out into woven and knit swim-wear. This will not only benefit our current accounts, but will also allow us to expand into more specialty swimwear boutiques.
Hard work and the combination of these processes will ultimately allow Marek+Richard to reach these lofty aspirations in the next five years.
Where can we find your line?
Universal Gear: Hell’s Kitchen, www.marekrichard.com
Ann Hoang
Ann Hoang by Ann Hoang
Ann Hoang by Ann Hoang illustrates a powerfully understated aesthetic. Her tailored silhouettes embrace simplicity with a bold element. Ann Hoang's elevated vision creates a chic and timeless style.
What is the inspiration for your upcoming collection?
The power of the understated.
Tell us about your goals for your line over the next 5 years and how you hope to accomplish them.
I aspire to build a stronger brand and to expand my line.
Where can we find your line?
Ann Hoang by Ann Hoang is currently made-to-order.
Ann Hoang by Ann Hoang
Ann Hoang by Ann Hoang illustrates a powerfully understated aesthetic. Her tailored silhouettes embrace simplicity with a bold element. Ann Hoang's elevated vision creates a chic and timeless style.
What is the inspiration for your upcoming collection?
The power of the understated.
Tell us about your goals for your line over the next 5 years and how you hope to accomplish them.
I aspire to build a stronger brand and to expand my line.
Where can we find your line?
Ann Hoang by Ann Hoang is currently made-to-order.
Kristen DeRocha
Little Day Dresses
Handcrafted in the USA out of the best possible fabrics, Little Day visualizes women’s clothing for your little day. Our flattering dresses are designed for your life and are easy-care with pockets for your essentials. Little Day dresses are simple, one-piece garments, perfect for perking up everyday life.
What is the inspiration for your upcoming collection?
We are inspired by the women around us who struggle with time management, work/family balance and the time it takes to look great every day. We are inspired to create perfect day dresses; dresses that convert from cubicle to playground to housework to tea with grandmama. These dresses replace the rut of sweatpants and jeans as a wardrobe essential and draw those much needed compliments.
Tell us about your goals for your line over the next 5 years and how you hope to accomplish them.
We hope to outfit women in garments that make them feel great about themselves while sustainable creating jobs in the United States.
Where can we find your line?
littledaydresses.com
Little Day Dresses
Handcrafted in the USA out of the best possible fabrics, Little Day visualizes women’s clothing for your little day. Our flattering dresses are designed for your life and are easy-care with pockets for your essentials. Little Day dresses are simple, one-piece garments, perfect for perking up everyday life.
What is the inspiration for your upcoming collection?
We are inspired by the women around us who struggle with time management, work/family balance and the time it takes to look great every day. We are inspired to create perfect day dresses; dresses that convert from cubicle to playground to housework to tea with grandmama. These dresses replace the rut of sweatpants and jeans as a wardrobe essential and draw those much needed compliments.
Tell us about your goals for your line over the next 5 years and how you hope to accomplish them.
We hope to outfit women in garments that make them feel great about themselves while sustainable creating jobs in the United States.
Where can we find your line?
littledaydresses.com
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Jesseca Thaxton
Melancholic Design 
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Sheila Hamilton
LHP 
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Tracy Popken
Tracy Popken 
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Jesseca Thaxton
Melancholic Design
There is a story and a history to every garment that is made, created, worn, and idolized. As a designer I am beyond fascinated with the amazing stories that can be told with the most simplistic seeming of mediums. Melancholic Design strives to convey the past as present and future in fashion and in life.
What is the inspiration for your upcoming collection?
Retro Futurism, Dior in the 50's and the silent Film Metropolis.
Tell us about your goals for your line over the next 5 years and how you hope to accomplish them.
I hope to continue working towards bettering my vision in fashion and to have placement in a showroom.
Where can we find your line?
Melancholic Design
Online and through direct contact for one of a kind pieces.
Melancholic Design
There is a story and a history to every garment that is made, created, worn, and idolized. As a designer I am beyond fascinated with the amazing stories that can be told with the most simplistic seeming of mediums. Melancholic Design strives to convey the past as present and future in fashion and in life.
What is the inspiration for your upcoming collection?
Retro Futurism, Dior in the 50's and the silent Film Metropolis.
Tell us about your goals for your line over the next 5 years and how you hope to accomplish them.
I hope to continue working towards bettering my vision in fashion and to have placement in a showroom.
Where can we find your line?
Melancholic Design
Online and through direct contact for one of a kind pieces.
Sheila Halmilton
LHP
LHP is a well-balanced brand taking fashion to the edge, meanwhile still appealing to mainstream fashion. LHP puts its own flare into the current fashion trends, and in some cases, creating them. LHP is all about expression.
What is the inspiration for your upcoming collection?
I was mostly inspired by men’s business attire. I used traditional, classic fabrics, but I still wanted to show variety. I believe it’s a nice blend because I held the true spirit of the classic fabrics, while showing off stylistic qualities.
Tell us about your goals for your line over the next 5 years and how you hope to accomplish them.
I would love to start selling to the public, currently I only sell privately. I am currently researching local manufacturing.
Where can we find your line?
Lefthandedpisces.com
LHP
LHP is a well-balanced brand taking fashion to the edge, meanwhile still appealing to mainstream fashion. LHP puts its own flare into the current fashion trends, and in some cases, creating them. LHP is all about expression.
What is the inspiration for your upcoming collection?
I was mostly inspired by men’s business attire. I used traditional, classic fabrics, but I still wanted to show variety. I believe it’s a nice blend because I held the true spirit of the classic fabrics, while showing off stylistic qualities.
Tell us about your goals for your line over the next 5 years and how you hope to accomplish them.
I would love to start selling to the public, currently I only sell privately. I am currently researching local manufacturing.
Where can we find your line?
Lefthandedpisces.com
Tracy Popken
Tracy Popken
Tracy Popken is inspired by classic fashion and is driven by the richness of hand crafted clothing. Her approach as a fashion designer is focused on quality, both in construction, materials, and fit. Embracing her role as vintage clothing seamstress feeds her practice of shaping timeless silhouettes.
What is the inspiration for your upcoming collection?
Inspiration for this collection came from asking myself: What would a modern day Katherine Hepburn wear at her beach house? What do I want to wear everyday during summer in Dallas? And what are the most sumptuous and comfortable fabrics to make those clothes in?
Tell us about your goals for your line over the next 5 years and how you hope to accomplish them.
I'm currently growing my custom clothing business by focusing on helping women expand their wardrobes strategically with made to measure clothes that are instant wardrobe staples. All of my designs seen in the PIN show are available for custom order, made to your own measurements and preferences. In the coming year I'll be connecting with local boutiques to offer limited runs of particular items that will be available off the rack. I'd love to work directly with particular boutiques to collaborate limited runs that appeal to their specific clientele and to offer more trunk shows.
Where can we find your line?
You can currently buy my clothes directly through custom order and at trunk shows. Contact information and trunk show dates are available at www.TracyPopken.com
Tracy Popken
Tracy Popken is inspired by classic fashion and is driven by the richness of hand crafted clothing. Her approach as a fashion designer is focused on quality, both in construction, materials, and fit. Embracing her role as vintage clothing seamstress feeds her practice of shaping timeless silhouettes.
What is the inspiration for your upcoming collection?
Inspiration for this collection came from asking myself: What would a modern day Katherine Hepburn wear at her beach house? What do I want to wear everyday during summer in Dallas? And what are the most sumptuous and comfortable fabrics to make those clothes in?
Tell us about your goals for your line over the next 5 years and how you hope to accomplish them.
I'm currently growing my custom clothing business by focusing on helping women expand their wardrobes strategically with made to measure clothes that are instant wardrobe staples. All of my designs seen in the PIN show are available for custom order, made to your own measurements and preferences. In the coming year I'll be connecting with local boutiques to offer limited runs of particular items that will be available off the rack. I'd love to work directly with particular boutiques to collaborate limited runs that appeal to their specific clientele and to offer more trunk shows.
Where can we find your line?
You can currently buy my clothes directly through custom order and at trunk shows. Contact information and trunk show dates are available at www.TracyPopken.com
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Nikki Duong Koenig
Cykochik Custom Handbags 
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Charmaine Marshall
Charmaine Marshall 
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Charlotte Eliott
Yomono 
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Nikki Duong Koenig
Cykochik Custom Handbags
Cykochik Custom Handbags is an internationally recognized local brand, proudly made in Dallas, TX since 2003! Cykochik handcrafts custom handbags and accessories responsibly from eco and animal friendly materials. We passionately believe in creativity, craftsmanship, and community.
What is the inspiration for your upcoming collection?
For our new Cykochik Causes Collection, we've partnered with the international nonprofit organization PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals) and Dallas nonprofit ATG Against The Grain Productions on custom clutch bags. We've been supporters of their causes for years and want to help PETA end animal cruelty, and ATG in aiding orphanages in Asia. A portion of proceeds from sales will be donated to each organization.
Tell us about your goals for your line over the next 5 years and how you hope to accomplish them.
Our goal is to create a compassionately creative lifestyle brand in the next 5 years.
We will achieve this by growing a community of artists, artisans, and art patrons world wide.
Where can we find your line?
Online: www.Custom-Handbags.com
Stores:
ATAMA @ Mockingbird Station
MAC (The McKinney Avenue Contemporary)
The Gallery at Midtown (Valley View Center)
Cykochik Custom Handbags
Cykochik Custom Handbags is an internationally recognized local brand, proudly made in Dallas, TX since 2003! Cykochik handcrafts custom handbags and accessories responsibly from eco and animal friendly materials. We passionately believe in creativity, craftsmanship, and community.
What is the inspiration for your upcoming collection?
For our new Cykochik Causes Collection, we've partnered with the international nonprofit organization PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals) and Dallas nonprofit ATG Against The Grain Productions on custom clutch bags. We've been supporters of their causes for years and want to help PETA end animal cruelty, and ATG in aiding orphanages in Asia. A portion of proceeds from sales will be donated to each organization.
Tell us about your goals for your line over the next 5 years and how you hope to accomplish them.
Our goal is to create a compassionately creative lifestyle brand in the next 5 years.
We will achieve this by growing a community of artists, artisans, and art patrons world wide.
Where can we find your line?
Online: www.Custom-Handbags.com
Stores:
ATAMA @ Mockingbird Station
MAC (The McKinney Avenue Contemporary)
The Gallery at Midtown (Valley View Center)
Charmaine Marshall
Charmaine Marshall
What is the inspiration for your upcoming collection?
The inspiration for my Fall 2014 Collection is a mix of geometric shapes with a mix of Egyptian influences.
Tell us about your goals for your line over the next 5 years and how you hope to accomplish them.
My goals for the next five years are to continue getting my brand in more stores such 4510, Stanley Korshak and Neiman Marcus. To expand my brand to other product avenues such as a home decor line and I am currently working on a men's jewelry line.
Where can we find your line?
My line can be currently found at Ditto Boutique and online at my website at www.charmainemarshall.com.
Charmaine Marshall
What is the inspiration for your upcoming collection?
The inspiration for my Fall 2014 Collection is a mix of geometric shapes with a mix of Egyptian influences.
Tell us about your goals for your line over the next 5 years and how you hope to accomplish them.
My goals for the next five years are to continue getting my brand in more stores such 4510, Stanley Korshak and Neiman Marcus. To expand my brand to other product avenues such as a home decor line and I am currently working on a men's jewelry line.
Where can we find your line?
My line can be currently found at Ditto Boutique and online at my website at www.charmainemarshall.com.
Charlotte Eliott
Yomono
Yomono stands for unwavering commitment to sustainable fashion and social responsibility. All pieces are handmade in Dallas, TX using materials that are organic, vintage, recycled, or low-impact. Inspired by past decades and future endeavors, Yomono believes that understanding where we've been will guide us where we want to go.
What is the inspiration for your upcoming collection?
For my FW13 collection, I imagined a steam age adventurer meets space age sophisticate. I built on things I love: cover buttons, heavy canvas, harnesses, and bow ties. Classic workwear details get a sleek update with a touch of aggressive femininity. Boxy fits evolve into rounder shapes, with special attention paid to collars.
Tell us about your goals for your line over the next 5 years and how you hope to accomplish them.
Over the next 5 years, I plan to grow Yomono to the point that it can be my main source of income. To get to that point financially, I will increase my brand presence locally and on the web, and take on more custom orders. I have plans to teach a corset making class and will continue expanding my knowledge in the corsetry category.
My industry experience working with local cut-and-sew factories has made me fluent in price negotiations, quality control, and timeline enforcement. I’ve already started to grow my brand identity through frequently updating my blog, Facebook, Twitter, and Etsy store. I will continue to aggressively seek clients through word of mouth and pinpointed marketing at relevant local events, such as burlesque shows.
Where can we find your line?
Art is Art, Etsy: yomono.etsy.com
Yomono
Yomono stands for unwavering commitment to sustainable fashion and social responsibility. All pieces are handmade in Dallas, TX using materials that are organic, vintage, recycled, or low-impact. Inspired by past decades and future endeavors, Yomono believes that understanding where we've been will guide us where we want to go.
What is the inspiration for your upcoming collection?
For my FW13 collection, I imagined a steam age adventurer meets space age sophisticate. I built on things I love: cover buttons, heavy canvas, harnesses, and bow ties. Classic workwear details get a sleek update with a touch of aggressive femininity. Boxy fits evolve into rounder shapes, with special attention paid to collars.
Tell us about your goals for your line over the next 5 years and how you hope to accomplish them.
Over the next 5 years, I plan to grow Yomono to the point that it can be my main source of income. To get to that point financially, I will increase my brand presence locally and on the web, and take on more custom orders. I have plans to teach a corset making class and will continue expanding my knowledge in the corsetry category.
My industry experience working with local cut-and-sew factories has made me fluent in price negotiations, quality control, and timeline enforcement. I’ve already started to grow my brand identity through frequently updating my blog, Facebook, Twitter, and Etsy store. I will continue to aggressively seek clients through word of mouth and pinpointed marketing at relevant local events, such as burlesque shows.
Where can we find your line?
Art is Art, Etsy: yomono.etsy.com
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Gwenda-lin Grewal
Hardly Alice |
Emme Hathcock
This One Woman 
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Venny Etienne
Le'Venity 
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Gwenda-lin Grewal
Hardly Alice
Hardly Alice guarantees to smatter your march hare with bows and pearls. Every piece is designed and produced in the whimsical wonderland of Gwenda-lin Grewal (a.k.a., G.G.). Cheeky britches, tea gloves, lace suspenders and more: Hardly Alice makes high-brow threads for people with a high tolerance for nonsense!
What is the inspiration for your upcoming collection?
French girls, newspaper boys, and playing cards.
Tell us about your goals for your line over the next 5 years and how you hope to accomplish them.
I'd prefer that Hardly Alice grow rather than shrink, though not bigger than a house. I don't want to be Mostly Alice.
Where can we find your line?
Online at www.hardlyalice.com
Hardly Alice
Hardly Alice guarantees to smatter your march hare with bows and pearls. Every piece is designed and produced in the whimsical wonderland of Gwenda-lin Grewal (a.k.a., G.G.). Cheeky britches, tea gloves, lace suspenders and more: Hardly Alice makes high-brow threads for people with a high tolerance for nonsense!
What is the inspiration for your upcoming collection?
French girls, newspaper boys, and playing cards.
Tell us about your goals for your line over the next 5 years and how you hope to accomplish them.
I'd prefer that Hardly Alice grow rather than shrink, though not bigger than a house. I don't want to be Mostly Alice.
Where can we find your line?
Online at www.hardlyalice.com
Emme Hathcock
This One Woman
I create luxurious, collectible, one-of-a-kind and limited edition jewelry collections using various ancient beading techniques that combine a blend of passion, luxury and whimsy. All of my jewelry contains thousands of individual moments of handiwork by every tiny bead that is put in place, one-by-one, by me. Everything I create is a reflection of my soul with exquisite attention to detail, balance and contrast.
What is the inspiration for your upcoming collection?
The inspiration for my collection comes from my constant desire to do the unexpected. My upcoming line features free form shapes, unusual textures and everyday items that have been re-purposed from their original form. I shattered a living room mirror because I knew it would make an amazing statement piece. I really wanted this collection to be not only ornamental, but mini works of art.
Tell us about your goals for your line over the next 5 years and how you hope to accomplish them.
I hope to expand the visibility of my brand to the local market by participating in fashions shows such as The PIN Show and, hopefully, Dallas Fashion Week. I intend to continue working with individual clients because making a personal connection is so important to me, but I would like to partner with select local stores or boutiques and then strategically expand my brand further by branching out nationally and partnering with a designer fashion label.
Where can we find your line?
Most of my designs are on my website,.thisonewoman.com, or if you see me on the street I will more than likely be wearing something you can purchase on the spot!
This One Woman
I create luxurious, collectible, one-of-a-kind and limited edition jewelry collections using various ancient beading techniques that combine a blend of passion, luxury and whimsy. All of my jewelry contains thousands of individual moments of handiwork by every tiny bead that is put in place, one-by-one, by me. Everything I create is a reflection of my soul with exquisite attention to detail, balance and contrast.
What is the inspiration for your upcoming collection?
The inspiration for my collection comes from my constant desire to do the unexpected. My upcoming line features free form shapes, unusual textures and everyday items that have been re-purposed from their original form. I shattered a living room mirror because I knew it would make an amazing statement piece. I really wanted this collection to be not only ornamental, but mini works of art.
Tell us about your goals for your line over the next 5 years and how you hope to accomplish them.
I hope to expand the visibility of my brand to the local market by participating in fashions shows such as The PIN Show and, hopefully, Dallas Fashion Week. I intend to continue working with individual clients because making a personal connection is so important to me, but I would like to partner with select local stores or boutiques and then strategically expand my brand further by branching out nationally and partnering with a designer fashion label.
Where can we find your line?
Most of my designs are on my website,.thisonewoman.com, or if you see me on the street I will more than likely be wearing something you can purchase on the spot!
Venny Etienne
Le'Venity
Le’Venity is a luxury women’s ready-to-wear brand that captures various distinct influences with dynamic ingenuity. The brand merges authentic Italian sophistication with an American ease. The attention to high-end quality through our fabrication and technique are what we strongly stand for.
High-end luxury is produced by the hand that appreciates quality.
What is the inspiration for your upcoming collection?
The clashing of conflicting worlds colliding in a time of war.
Tell us about your goals for your line over the next 5 years and how you hope to accomplish them.
My goal is to complete my BA degree within a year and half. Find an established designer who can take me under their wing so I can learn the business aspect of the industry. Build enough capital during the process so when it is time (2-3 years) start selling my clothes in boutiques and high end luxury retailers across the major US cities (NY, LA, TX, Chicago and ATL) as well as London and Paris. 5th year is to start a brick and mortar store in NY.
Where can we find your line?
Custom orders only www.levenity.com
Le'Venity
Le’Venity is a luxury women’s ready-to-wear brand that captures various distinct influences with dynamic ingenuity. The brand merges authentic Italian sophistication with an American ease. The attention to high-end quality through our fabrication and technique are what we strongly stand for.
High-end luxury is produced by the hand that appreciates quality.
What is the inspiration for your upcoming collection?
The clashing of conflicting worlds colliding in a time of war.
Tell us about your goals for your line over the next 5 years and how you hope to accomplish them.
My goal is to complete my BA degree within a year and half. Find an established designer who can take me under their wing so I can learn the business aspect of the industry. Build enough capital during the process so when it is time (2-3 years) start selling my clothes in boutiques and high end luxury retailers across the major US cities (NY, LA, TX, Chicago and ATL) as well as London and Paris. 5th year is to start a brick and mortar store in NY.
Where can we find your line?
Custom orders only www.levenity.com
