Proenza Schouler

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Proenza Schouler is a high-end line of women's apparel. The brand name originates from the designers' mothers' maiden names.[1]

Proenza Schouler was founded in 2002 by Lazaro Hernandez and Jack McCollough, who co-design the label's collections.[1] The pair originally met in 1999 while studying at Parsons School of Design. During school, Hernandez interned at Michael Kors and McCollough interned at Marc Jacobs.[1]

Proenza Schouler designs are typically sporty and youthful, with occasional mod elements.[1] Their shapes are often minimal and sleek, and they prefer dark neutral colors.[1] Representative pieces include "[t]ailored coats in lush menswear pattern prints, thin pencil skirts, [and] color-blocked chiffon evening gowns cinched with satin belts."[1] Their critically acclaimed designs won them the CFDA's Perry Ellis Award for new talent in 2003,[1] and celebrity fans include Demi Moore,[2][3] Chloë Sevigny,[4][5][6] Julianne Moore,[7] Kate Bosworth,[8] Kirsten Dunst[9] and Maggie Gyllenhaal, who wore Proenza Schouler to the 2007 Academy Awards.[10]

For Spring 2007, the design duo created an affordable collection of clothing and accessories for Target Corporation's Go International line.[11] Stores that sell Proenza Schouler's full-priced line include Barneys New York, Neiman Marcus, and Bergdorf Goodman.

[edit] References

  1. ^ a b c d e f g Proenza Schouler. New York Magazine. Retrieved on 2007-03-11.
  2. ^ Shopping Alert: Proenza Schouler for Target. People.com (Feb. 5, 2007). Retrieved on 2007-03-11.
  3. ^ Demi Moore: Back for More: Vogue Slideshow
  4. ^ Proenza Schouler, Rachel Roy, and Versace Parties: Jack McCollough, Chloë Sevigny, Lazaro Hernandez Party Coverage on Style.com
  5. ^ Chloë Sevigny Photos on Style.com
  6. ^ Proenza Schouler Designer Profile - DivaVillage.com: Fashion, Beauty, Entertainment
  7. ^ Celeb Fashion Hit or Miss? - JULIANNE MOORE - Julianne Moore : People.com
  8. ^ | Lazaro Hernandez, Kate Bosworth in Proenza Schouler, Jack McCollough, 2007 CFDA Fashion Awards, New York City - Party Photos - Parties - In Style
  9. ^ Kirsten Dunst Photos on Style.com
  10. ^ Oscar Night Red Carpet Gallery. Oscar.com (Feb. 25, 2007). Retrieved on 2007-03-11.
  11. ^ Target Announces Proenza Schouler as the Fifth Designer Collection for Go International (press release) (Jan. 10, 2007). Retrieved on 2007-03-11.

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