Marchesa (brand)

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Marchesa
Type Privately held
Founded 2004
Headquarters New York
Industry Fashion
Products Clothing
Website http://www.marchesa.com

Marchesa is a high-end fashion label co-founded by Georgina Chapman and Keren Craig in 2004. The label is named after socialite Marchesa Luisa Casati.[1] Investors of the brand include Giuseppe Cipriani and Steven C. Witkoff.[2]

As described by New York Magazine[1], the "look" of Marchesa is:

Pretty evening gowns that offer extra delicacy and detail make up the bulk of the collections. Far East–inspired embroidery, draping fabrics, and a modern, feminine perspective lend the label its distinctive look

In 2006, the label was named one of the CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund's top ten finalists.[1] Also in 2006, the company generated a wholesale volume of $3.5 million and sold at stores like Neiman Marcus, Harrods, Selfridges, Holt Renfrew.[3]

[edit] References

  1. ^ a b c nymag bio
  2. ^ Fashion Mini: February 2008
  3. ^ Marchesa: A ‘Living Work of Art’

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