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Lauren Moshi: Designer Tidbit

Celebs are going crazy for a Lauren Moshi tee. Paris Hilton, Sienna Miller, Lauren Conrad, and Rachel Bilson have all been seen wearing these animal-happy tees. The artwork on the tees include large prints of tigers, leopards, teddy bears, elephants, fashion, motorcycles, and floral graphics. Brother and sister Michael and Lauren Moshi founded Lauren Moshi clothing based on their love of the finer things in life. For inspiration Michael and Lauren Moshi draw upon years of experience buying only the best products and designer labels. Within the Lauren Moshi clothing collection lies a treasure trove of unique pieces carefully constructed and artfully deconstructed. Every print is hand drawn by Lauren Moshi. The Moshi siblings appreciate authentic details and fine fabrics: ³We know quality and we believe our customers do, too. Check out LaurenMoshi.com for more info. You can buy Lauren Moshi designs at Revolve Clothing, Pink Mascara, Emoda, Singer 22 and more places. Check out more designs below:

Deener Denim 'Spotlight'

  From designer, Ya-el Torbati comes, [deener], a premium denim brand with a unique take on the classic denim look.
[deener] denim features: premium fabrication and authentic washes that appeal to the evolved and sophisticated woman seeking a refined fit. But, [deener] is not just about jeans…it’s a full denim collection with a diverse selection of jackets, vests, jumpsuits, skirts, dresses, shorts, knickers and outerwear. Created with fabrics sourced from the finest mills in Italy & Japan and distinctive, custom-designed hardware from Argentina, it’s clear that painstaking attention to detail and quality in craftsmanship and material are of the highest priority. Coupling these qualities with a meticulous approach to fit and novel design details, [deener] denim will make you look and feel sexy yet, wrap your body in comfort.
[deener] is designed & finished in Los Angeles, CA.
INSPIRATION: [deener]
Ya-el’s inspiration for [deener] is rooted in her passion for, “geometric patterns and shapes”, “an obsession with 50’s era modern design and graphics” a “lifetime of scouring vintage stores, yard sales and flea markets” and a “certain miniature dachshund named, Willard also known as, [deener]”… and what could be more inspiring than that?
THE PEOPLE: [deener]
[deener] was founded in 2005 by Ya-el Torbati and Jack Karcher (PL Industries) under the newly formed, Real Indigo LLC. The first collection was launched for the Fall of 2006.
Jack Karcher (PL Industries) is a 20 year veteran of the denim business, highly respected for his dealings with some of the best-known apparel companies in the fashion industry. PL Industries is one of the largest producers of, “high-end private label jeans” in the world. PL’s knowledge of logistics and finances and proven leadership in production and operations has made [deener] one of the hottest, up and coming, premium denim lines in the world.
Ya-el Torabati, [deener] designer/creator was Born in Jerusalem and raised in New Orleans. Ya-el, prepared for a future in design at the prestigious Fashion Institute of Technology (F.I.T.) in New York. Upon graduation, Ya-el went on to accumulate eight years of design experience including a five year stint as the senior designer of women’s denim for American Eagle Outfitters. Armed with this invaluable experience and expertise in fit, fabric and finishing, Ms. Torbati relocated to Los Angeles in 2002 and became the founding designer of the highly successful denim brand, Yanuk.
With over ten years of experience designing and working within the denim medium, [deener] is the ultimate accumulation of Ya-el’s creative influences and dedication to her work. You can purchase Deener @ www.couturecandy.com

Channing:Next Big Designer

Who is Channing?  I a budding fashion designer who's inspiration derives from my love of Hip-Hop. I aspire to do so much but I'll take one thing at a time. One day I hope to open a boutique,become a fashion stylist and eventually create my own clothing line. I currently have an online clothing company where I custom design everything from shirts,hoodies,hats and other items. I would eventually like to expand to designing sneakers, that will come a little later so be on the lookout. I want to make myself into a brand like Kimora Lee Simmons or Oprah. So in order for me to achieve that status, I have to continue to dream big and believe I can accomplish anything because that's the only way I will make it. Check out some of my hot creations below. You can purchase these items and more at my online clothing store Channing. If you have problems with this link here is the url address http://CHANNING.spreadshirt.com .

Designer Spotlight: Tierra Del Forte

Tierra started her career in denim design in NYC in 1999. Visiting domestic and international garment factories opened her eyes to the destructive impact that the fashion industry has on the environment and on the people who make the clothing. In 2005, she returned to California with this new awareness and a desire to focus on eco-conscious style. To accomplish this goal, she started her line of premium organic denim, Del Forte Denim.Del Forte Denim has partnered with The Sustainable Cotton Project, which has been building bridges between farmers, manufacturers and consumers to pioneer markets for certified organically grown and sustainable cotton since 1994. A portion of Del Forte Denim’s proceeds will go to support The SCP.Del Forte is available at Tobi and run $176-$198.