Kirk Kelley (HLFW 2009 Season)

The Kirk Kelley Collection is an avant-garde couture collection of both men's and women's clothing that tells a story of the battle between feminine & masculine. Known for bringing the shock factor, Kelley's line is entertaining and aims to reveal more than the eye can see!



Youtheary Khmer (HLFW 2009 Season)

Jessica Theary, founder of Youtheary Khmer, styled for many of the industries top entertainers and is currently is becoming a well-known plus-size model. The collection blends hand drawn whimsical prints with silhouettes that are not only reminiscent of things past, but truly point the direction to fashion’s future with crystal clarity. Youtheary Khmer Designs is evolutionary and is changing the face of Atlanta fashion as we see it today.



Anna Pitchouguina (HLFW 2009 Season)

Born far away in a beautiful city called Niznij Novgorod in the middle of Russia, Anna eventually settled in New York City where she began interning for Derek Lam after attending The Academy of Fine Arts in Lodz and The International School of Costumography and Fashion Design in Warsaw. Mainly concentrating on womenswear, Anna is a confident and competent designer within her field. Her designs often focus around the dreamy and romantic image, with an added edge of sweetness. Special attention is given to creating wearable clothing but, since the aesthetic is not yet fully established, there is still scope for some contrasting collections.



Naoma Nerette by Vivian Compton (HLFW 2008 Season)

With a sharp eye and a born instinct for fashion, Designer/stylist and boutique owner Vivian Compton is no newcomer to the fashion Industry. Born in Bremerhaven, Germany, Vivian's creative genius has been fueled by raw talent. Starting her career as an entertainment wardrobe stylist, Vivian shot through the Fashion industry adding Fashion Entrepreneur to her resume. Owner of Vidasuvi LLC; the umbrella for several ventures including Vidasuvi boutique, Naoma Nerette Boutique along with her Eponymous label "Naoma Nerette"; a collection which reflects her colorful perspective while drawing inspiration from each of her fashion egos. And now with a new addition to the Vidasuvi LLC Ventures Vidasuvi Online, Vivian Does not plan on slowing down any time soon! So Stay tuned!



Reco Chapple (HLFW 2007 Season)

Originally from Chattanooga, Tennessee, Reco Chapple has over ten years industry experience. He designs luxurious gowns and sexy swimwear pieces, while also running his own high-end boutique, Studio 423. Chapple is also one of the contestants on Bravo's reality competition series, "The Fashion Show" featuring Isaac Mizrahi, Kelly Rowland, and IMG's Fern Mallis.





RDE: Remarquable Designs By Essence (HLFW 2008 Season)

Essence Flowers , a Florida couture designer who is passioniate about fashion, is now taking the Atlanta market by storm! Creating everything from couture to men's accessories to bridal gowns to sexy swimwear, Flowers' has been sewing since the age of seven. Recently awarded the "Innovative Designer Award" at the Atlanta Fashion & Style Honors, Flowers is beyond talented and has been compared to Ann Lowe, designer of Jackie Kennedy's infamous wedding dress.



Zulema Griffin (HLFW 2007 Season)

Fashion Designer Zulema Griffin began her career in fashion as a Ford model. Working with renowned photographers such as Peter Lindberg, Steven Klein, Marc Baptiste and Nina Schultz, Zulema appeared in such publications as Bazaar, The Face, I.D., Essence, Interview and Paper. Although Zulema enjoyed a successful career as a model, she decided to opt for life behind the runway. Once she had the opportunity to run the costume department of several films, which eventually led to her participation on Bravo's Project Runway: Season II.


Andres Aquino (HLFW 2007 Season)

Andres Aquino is a man of many talent. He devotes his time as a New York fashion designer, fine art-photographer, and writer. He is most known as a fashion show producer as his, Couture Fashion Week, is a NY hit!







Cp Fusao by Christine Philip (HLFW 2007 Season)

Christine Philip is a designer specializing in high-end couture fashion and custom-made fine jewelry. Christine's extensive travel has afforded her the distinctive opportunity to not only study and assimilate a wide array of design, patternmaking, and fabric construction techniques, but also identify common underlying sociocultural trends and infuse elements of each to create a chic, alluring, and truly innovative couture template.

Ellie Owen by Leon Curry (HLFW 2007 Season)

Young Ellie Owen founder/designer, Leon Curry told Liv Luxe Magazine that he is inspired by the feel of certain fabrics, old music like Frank Sinatra and Shirley H...life, colors. Everyday is a new inspiration! He describes his collection as sexy and artsy. That, it is!





Lourdes Libman (HLFW 2007 Season)

Lourdes Atencio Libman is a visionary designer with a sophisticated taste for fashion and the fine arts. Her designs are progressive yet elegant, appealing to glamorous women of all ages. Her innovative use of a kaleidoscope of fabrics and her meticulous detailing make each garment a one-of-a-kind masterpiece. This gifted designer handcrafts each creation directly onto a mannequin or the client for a perfect fit.After earning a degree in Education, Lourdes worked as a teacher in her native country of the Dominican Republic.


Ottlie Brodmann by Elsa (HLFW 2008 Season)

Ottlie Brodmann, the label is named after the designer: Elsa's grandmother, who was a royal dressmaker in Germany. Originally for New Orleans, Brodmann worked at Saks Fifth Avenue, as a freelance theater costume designer, and for several films before debuting her own collection, which consists of ready-to-wear and bridal couture.