Mark Badgley and James Mischka

Designers of the week is Mark Badgley and James Mischka. These two power duos met at Parsons School of Design in New York. They teamed up and created their brand Badgley Mischka in 1988. Since the opening of their brand. Vogue has praised them as the top 10 American Designers in the Fashion Industry. Best known for making their stamp on the industry for a couple decades showing the most glamorous, stylish and wearable evening wear. 

Captivating the fashion press and retailers around the world with their sophisticated style for the younger, more couture customer, without forsaking women of any age. Always remaining true to their design philosophy, their timeless designs appeal to a range of fashionable women. Giving them confidence and passion while looking effortless. Their collects are said to be influenced by the style of the 1940s Hollywood while remaining simple and streamlined. 

They launched a bridal business in 1996 and replaced Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen in 2006 to Sharon Stone as the new spokesperson. For a while the brand was under Iconix but by 2017, Iconix's sold the brand back to Mark and James. After 28 years of being a couple, these two power duos decided to tie the knot. 

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