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Lauren Smith 5p1t

Daryl Sneed and Richard Morse
info@5p1t.com
www.5p1t.com

Fashion Philosophy: The unique label name is a representation of universal wardrobe basics, a pair of 5-pocket jeans (“5p”) and a t-shirt (“1t”). Yet, it also embodies our goal to create a definitive style in the fashion industry—classic silhouettes integrated with modern fabrication, trims and details that can be worn by themselves or with simple “basics” to express individuality and creativity.


Lauren Smith 600 West by Henry-Lee & Co.

Lauren Smith
sales@henryleecollection.com
www.600westcollection.com

Fashion Philosophy: Updated, related separates with a modern twist!


Lauren Smith ABO Apparel, LLC.

Angela Wolf
abo_apparel@msn.com
www.aboapparel.com

Fashion Philosophy: ABO Apparel specializes in women's custom couture and high end RTW from formal to resort wear, utilizing only the finest of fabrics combined with impeccable fit. 


Agga B. Raya Agga B.

Agga B. Raya
aggabcollection@gmail.com
www.aggab.com

Fashion Philosophy: Fashion in my mind goes beyond clothing. People are fashion, history, the process of design and creating new collections is the inspiration that gives you a key to other dimensions.


Nathalie Lambert Alyce Designs

Nathalie Lambert
info@alycedesigns.com
www.alycedesigns.com

Fashion Philosophy: Alyce designs is internationally acclaimed for their pageant, bridal, and special occasion gowns.


Jean Paul Hamm Atelier Alyce

Jean Paul Hamm
aimee@alycedesigns.com
www.atelieralyce.com

Fashion Philosophy: Alyce Designs is a 39-year-old, family-owned and team-driven manufacturer of women's eveningwear. Alyce has been nationally recogized for their "Distinguished Excellence" in prom, bridal, and special occasion dresses.


Nabiha Niazi Bee

Nabiha Niazi
n.niazi@beeforacause.com
www.beeforacause.com

Fashion Philosophy: Fashion is all about individuality and sending a message about who you are and how you feel. I make sure to keep that ideal alive through the broad assortment of unique, personal styles available in our jewelry collections (no piece is made more than once!), and clothing line. What sets Bee apart, though, is that the diversity of our fashion is actually rooted in unity. Bee works in conjunction with our NPO, Bee Charitable, so $15 from each piece is donated to local charities.


Dana Reed Dana Reed Design

Dana Reed
d.wadas@comcast.net
www.beaddesignsbydana.com

Fashion Philosophy: Be adventurous! Go for the piece you would normally not wear and start your own unique style.


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Caroline DeVillo Caroline DeVillo Couture Bridal

Caroline DeVillo
info@carolinedevillo.com
www.carolinedevillo.com

Fashion Philosophy: Fashion should flatter, fit, and be fun. Most importantly it should make us feel like the unique individuals we are.


Rose Becker and Caroline Becker-Joss Caroline Rose

Rose Becker and Caroline Becker-Joss
caroline@carolinerose.com
www.carolinerose.com

Fashion Philosophy: Caroline Rose clothing combines rich fabrics and modern classic design for women sizes 4 through 3x.


Elaine Berger Chapeau Creations

Elaine Berger
chapeau99@aol.com
www.chapeaucreations.com

Fashion Philosophy: We are dedicated to reintroducing millinery as an important accessory to complete an outfit, and make the hat wearer feel sophisticated, fun and confident in her beauty. "Hats are perfume you can see."


Patricia Stewart Chinoo Designs

Patricia Stewart
chinoodesigns@comcast.net
www.chinoodesigns.com

Fashion Philosophy: With a unique name, I'm creating unique fashions for women sizes 14-22. Being a plus size means feeling good about you, and being more fashionable with fit and style.


Izabella Stefnis City Styling, Inc.

Izabella Stefnis
info@citystyling.net
www.citystyling.com

Fashion Philosophy: City Styling develops wardrobes for all facets of Chicago women’s lives including personal, professional, and social. We go beyond ordinary fashion advice by incorporating body-slimming, proportion-balancing and youth-enhancing strategies.


Sara Simmons Courbes Sera

Sara Simmons
simmonsholdingsintllc@gmail.com
www.courbessera.com

Fashion Philosophy: To create pieces that exude everyday glamour for women's sizes 12-28.


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Diego Rocha Diego Rocha Designs

Diego Rocha
info@diegorocha.com
www.diegorocha.com

Fashion Philosophy: Classic and simple shapes, that enable his pieces to be seen at cocktail receptions, as well as formal business meetings. His bags are not just an accessory, but a colorful extension of your personality.


Vicki Tinervin Doodlebug

Vicki Tinervin
vtscissors@1016studios.com
www.1016studios.com

Fashion Philosophy: People ask, "What's a doodlebug?" In a studio devoted to sewing day and night, doodlebugs are those strange creatures consisting of balled up bits of threads. They vary in size and their coloration is something to behold. Depending on the work at hand, they can take on some of the most amazing and inspring combinations.


Elda D. Collinsworth Elda De La Rosa Couture

Elda D. Collinsworth
eldadelarosa@sbcglobal.net
www.eldadelarosa.com

Fashion Philosophy: When designing my garments I like to use modern lines and a slight vintage feel. I create this look by using fine quality fabrics and laces.


Ellie Thompson Ellie Thompson & Co.

Ellie Thompson
ellie@ellieco.com
www.ellieco.com

Fashion Philosophy: Jewelry should have a broad sensual appeal. It should be aesthetically balanced, interesting to touch, yet comfortable. A design concept that transcends function can be deeply personal. It can reflect your style or evoke a special memory.


Lidia Wachowska Evil Kitty

Lidia Wachowska
lidia@evilkitty.net
www.evilkitty.net

Fashion Philosophy: I design clothes for the independent and free spirited woman - someone who is fashion conscious, but doesn't need to follow mainstream trends.


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Faith Davis Faith

Faith Davis
tumaat13@aol.com


Fashion Philosophy: My jewelry creations are primarily a statement of modern art where fashion works as the background to frame each piece.


Faith Davis Fashion 'Nique

Monique Hudson
momohudson@yahoo.com


Fashion Philosophy: Fashion to me is a creation of art that comes from the heart and the mind.  It is a gift that you would want to share with the whole world.


Formé Millinery

Jenny Gerst
formefashion@usa.net
www.formeonlineshop.com

Fashion Philosophy: Formé Millinery is forming the way people look one hat at a time through handmade, one of a kind, hats for women, men and children.  Formé Millinery is known for taking once admired embellishments, some dating back to the early 1900s, and incorporating these pieces into their hats to create a truly one of a kind couture masterpiece.


Faith DavisGidi

Taneasha Prunty
info@gidionline.com
www.gidionline.com

Fashion Philosophy: Gidi provides evening gowns that are classic and stylish with an emphasis on elegance and sophistication.


Faith DavisIsoberic Clothing Company

Larry Love
llove@francorp.com
www.isoberic.com

Fashion Philosophy: Fresh, cutting edge, urban luxury sportswear.


Faith DavisJacquelyn Fields Designs

Jacquelyn Fields
jackie@jackiefieldsdesigns.com
www.jackiefieldsdesigns.com

Fashion Philosophy: We focus on finding interesting fabric combinations to create a sophisticated, limited edition accessories collection for women, and add a touch of whimsy to this same principal to the line of children's blankets, accessories and clothing.


Jermikko Jermikko

Jermikko
jermikko@sbcglobal.net
www.jermikko.com

Fashion Philosophy: Fashion should be fun and fabulicious, creating a look of power, elegance and freedom, while remaining soft and sexy. Fashions should feed the spirit, brighten the soul, accentuate the body, and be alluring to the mind.


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Joëlle Minassian Joëlle Nadine Designs

Joëlle Minassian
info@joellenadine.com
www.joellenadine.com

Fashion Philosophy: To offer exclusive, creative, functional designs of top quality Italian leather and hardware, and made by skilled hands. The high quality unexposed construction is as important as the visible "beauty"; cheap is expensive.


Faith DavisKate Jacobsen Studio

Kate Jacobsen
katejacobsen@shibuyhada.com
www.shibuyhada.com

Fashion Philosophy: I never regret dressing up, but I often regret not dressing up. Why miss the opportunity to feel great every day? That’s why I make everyday clothes for fabulous people.


Kevin Vong Kevin Vong

Kevin Vong
kevin@kevinvong.com
www.kevinvong.com

Fashion Philosophy: Kevin's technique is based on historical concepts and inspiration from classic styles.


Faith DavisKreatia

Agnieszka Kulon
info@kreatia.com
www.kreatia.com

Fashion Philosophy: Agnieszka Kulon working under label kreatia designs clothes both for women and men. Collection based on one of the kind pieces made of natural fabrics such as wool, cotton and silk.


Lauren Lein Santos Lauren Lein Ltd.

Lauren Lein Santos
laurenleinltd@sbcglobal.net
www.laurenlein.com

Fashion Philosophy: Avant-garde couture for the contemporary career woman.


Faith DavisLuDia Couture Designs

Luz Maria Diaz
ludiacouture@yahoo.com
www.ludiacouture.com

Fashion Philosophy: My designs are timeless and elegant - crafted to accentuate attractive hourglass silhouettes that will enhance any woman's figure. LuDia Couture's magnificent innovations are designed for the fabulous woman who desires to make an unparalleled fashion statement!


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Monika Arora Me USA Inc.

Monika Arora
meusa@meusainc.com
www.meusainc.com

Fashion Philosophy: We strive to deliver dyamic artistic designs on the wearable canvas of premium denim. This is achieved through unique and intricate techniques of hang, paint, embroideries and embellishment.


Mira Horoszowski and Yvette Contorno Mira Couture

Mira Horoszowski and Yvette Contorno
yvette@miracouture.com
www.miracouture.com

Fashion Philosophy: High-end couture gowns and suits.


Sandra Kelly Parijone' Inc.

Sandra Kelly
designed4u@parijone.com
www.parijone.com

Fashion Philosophy: We design unique apparel and accessories for all ages, sizes and occasions. Parijone' is...IMAGES/PROSPERITY, and it is each of our customers that makes us unique.


Priscila Lopez Peachy Tan

Priscila Lopez
priscillalopez@earthlink.net
www.peachytan.com

Fashion Philosophy: Peachy Tan is all about VERSATILITY. All the styles in my collection are CUTTING EDGE yet practical... wear them to work as separates... use them for active wear in the gym... dance in them... play tennis, swim and have lunch at the country club!


Blanca Caramel Ribbon Play Posh

Blanca Caramel Ribbon
blancabitca@playposh.com
www.playposh.com

Fashion Philosophy: Loungewear and sleepwear imply comfort, inspired creativity defines my style. Luxurious fabric, a taste for sophisticated lines, impeccable craftsmanship and a good eye for details, complete the ingredients list of my creation. These are some of the ideas that one loves to wear day by day.


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Mary Landaverde Recco S

Mary Landaverde
mlandaverde@reccosstyle.com
www.reccosstyle.com

Fashion Philosophy: Inspired by World Cup soccer, Recco S blends fashion and sport together to create a unique collection of boys apparel in sizes 6 months to 7 years. Infusing a European style with an American "West Coast" feel, the line is always designed with the little boy in mind.


Faith Davisr e d d o l l by tm

Tatyana Merenyuk
tatyana@reddollbytm.com
www.reddollbytm.com

Fashion Philosophy: Satisfying my imagination through creation! Playing with colors, fabrics, and textures and keeping designs classy and wearable.


Faith DavisRedskew, LLC

Amanda Johanson
redskew@gmail.com
redskew.blogspot.com

Fashion Philosophy: Ladylike style for the modern era.  Drawing on my training and experience as an architect, I design tailored, figure-flattering garments for stylish women of size.


Sandy Rueve She Beads

Sandy Rueve
sandy@sbstore.com
www.sbstore.com

Fashion Philosophy: Her design philosophy is simple: "service the customer with new influxes of color and design patterns and provide a quality product." Wearable art that makes a statement and supports a cause.


Faith DavisSilk Duds

Martha Moser
martha.moser@sbcglobal.net


Fashion Philosophy: Clothing should be expertly crafted and fitted to the individual. Our mission is to create custom garments for those to choose the couturier style.


Faith DavisSuperstar Swimwear

Danielle Fornarelli
danielle@superstarswimwear.com
www.superstarswim.com

Fashion Philosophy: "Life should be fun, and luxurious. That's how you will feel when you wear our swimwear.”


Sophia Forero Sophia Forero Design

Sophia Forero
sophia@sophiaforero.com
www.sophiaforero.com

Fashion Philosophy: Sophia believes that jewelry sets a woman apart. Sophia's designs go further - her work is an extension of the woman who wears it. Sophia understands that accessories aren't just decorative, but are symbols of values, beliefs, or achievements. They cross time and culture.


Faith DavisTailored Dog

Rita Green and Puma
green@tailored.us.com
www.tailoreddog.com

Fashion Philosophy: Simply Commanding. Big Dog Fashion.


Tennille White Tennille White

Tennille White
tennillewhite@yahoo.com
www.tennillewhite.com

Fashion Philosophy: To create eye-catching apparel for the effortless, glitzy, and mature woman.


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Sandra AdamsThe Nature of Things

Sandra Adams
sandy@tnotonline.com
www.thenatureofthingsonline.com

Fashion Philosophy: Environmentally friendly art to wear inspired by nature. Our one of a kind accessories are rich in textures and multidimensional.


Barbara Gerritsen The Wooley Caterpillar

Barbara Gerritsen
wooleycaterpilar@sbcglobal.net
www.thewooleycaterpilar.com

Fashion Philosophy: I love fabrics, especially silks, velvets, lace, chenille, ribbons and anything that is a little unique.


Jane Zaccaria Tiddlywinks & Scallywags

Jane Zaccaria
tiddlywinks@sbcglobal.net
www.britkid.com

Fashion Philosophy: I think children's clothes should be designed with the parent and the child in mind - wholesome clothes with whimsical accents, comfortable to wear and easy to wash!


Faith DavisTofilovski Fashions

Verica Tofilovski and Zorica Pantelic
tofilovski_fashions@yahoo.com
www.tofilovskifashions.com

Fashion Philosophy: If you observe your own surrounding and listen your own intuition and needs you will create unique collection which should be full of elegance, sophistication, luxury, timeless, chic, feminine and the most important comfortable.


Kat Szymanski TWIST

Kat Szymanski
twistchicago@yahoo.com


Fashion Philosophy: Scarves, shawls, and wraps are an extension of the ensemble, whether it is jeans and a crisp white shirt or making an entrance to the Grand Ballroom.


Sherri WilliamsonUtopian Treasure

Sherri Williamson
info@utopiantreasure.com
www.utopiantreasure.com

Fashion Philosophy: To create jewelry from the natural stones of the earth is spiritual and mystical. It inspires me to design not so ordinary, but extraordinary. Working with the many unusual gemstones and, selecting quality stones becomes the art itself.


Faith DavisValcooks, LLC

Valerie Wilson Reed
vwr@valcooksaprons.com
www.valcooksaprons.com

Fashion Philosophy: Valcooks Designer Hostess Aprons.


Faith DavisVZuniga Designs

Vicky Winkler
vzunigadesigns@comcast.net


Fashion Philosophy: Our jewelry designs are inspired by nature's gifts such as the majestic ocean, the vibrant spring flowers and the white snowy winter days.  VZuniga creates stylish designs to stunning bridal sets, all influenced by nature’s endless inspirations.


Yolanda Lorente Yolanda Lorente, Ltd.

Yolanda Lorente
ylorente@ameritech.net
www.yolandalorente.com

Fashion Philosophy: After 20 years of being in the business, Yolanda has seen fashion trends come and go, but one thing remains constant, and that is her eye for making a woman look and feel beautiful.


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