Madeleine Press

Madeleine Press might not like to shout about it, but make no mistake: she is something very special. The fashion insider’s secret weapon, the thinking woman’s designer of choice, her clothes are at once things of real beauty – exquisitely crafted, honed, tuned to perfection – and the ideal antidote to the brash, disposable fashion that we have grown so used to. These are clothes that whisper their worth with serious allure – something that her growing international clientele knows only too well.

The Madeleine Press aesthetic is a refined (and refreshingly consistent) one. Precision tailoring, with subtle but undeniable sex appeal, mixes with feminine silhouettes, spectacular knitwear and luxurious coats for a sculpted urban style that is crisp, modern and coolly unfussy. Add in the very finest fabrics, and Press’ skill for creating masterful tone-on-tone palettes and you are half way towards appreciating their appeal. But the real beauty comes in her understanding of what will make women look, and feel, wonderful.

Press knew she would be a fashion designer from the word go. Brought up with her artist father’s passion for perfecting the detail, and her mother’s instinct to make and create as much as she could (from bread to clothes), Press began sewing aged 5, and taught herself to pattern cut aged 13. Such determination and rigour mean that Press’ undeniable flair is supported by extraordinary technical skill – she cares deeply about her craft, something that becomes obvious as soon as you try on one of her designs. There is no such thing as a Madeleine Press dress that doesn’t fit the body perfectly (something the women who come back again and again when they have discovered her clothes will tell you). A jacket that looks like a simple but beautiful wardrobe staple will actually consist of over 35 separately crafted pattern pieces, to result in something that makes the wearer feel better about themselves than anything else they own. A simple under-slip – something so many other designers might overlook – is given the same care and attention as the dress is sits under, resulting in a piece as beautiful as vintage lingerie. These are clothes with real thought, love and considerable skill behind them: a rarity indeed.

Press’ attitude is as elegant as her clothes: “I want people to say, “You look fantastic”, when talking to someone wearing one of my designs, not, “That dress is amazing”. It’s about complementing the individual, not about the brand as the star.” It’s something that might go some way to explaining why Madeleine Press – despite a fiercely loyal client base, including a huge following in Japan - remains a relatively hidden treasure here. Her style evolves gently each season, rather than leaping between polar trends, and couldn’t be less interested in ticking the latest ‘now’ boxes. Ironically, such single-mindedness results in collections packed with the sort of cool panache and elegant detailing that inevitably seem on-trend.

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Union Jeans

Union Jeans supply only American made products selected from America's best manufacturers!
The Union Jean Company is organized under UFCW local 1099. They provide multiple services for all Americans and International Unions. Their primary function is to service the garment needs of American individuals, union locals and their members. Union Jeans work very hard to make your fulfillment programs hassle-free and economical. They also believe that the heartbeat of our effort is based upon pleasing individuals by furnishing quality products, by meeting our promised service expectations and by having you desire to come back to us again and again. Union Jeans show you, through their performance, that they care about you by the products they sell.

Union Jean is an organized distribution company involved in the marketing and sales of USA union made apparel. You will become confident that you can depend on us and you will always be able to take pride in wearing the USA made products that are available through The Union Jean Co.

Union Jean supply USA and/or union made products selected from America's best manufacturers. They are members of the Buy American Campaign (BAC) and support the efforts and charter of this worthwhile and important group of Americans.
They believe in the USA, the health of our economy, organized labor and all of the benefits derived from being and buying American.Jlamore.com is proud to add Union Jeans to our website.

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Commando Underwear

Commando is a new line of precision-cut, invisible underwear made from a patented Italian fabric that can be left unfinished without rolling or fraying. It lays completely smooth and flat on the body and does not dig into or gouge hips like underwear with restricting elastic and eliminating any panty lines.

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Anna Paul

Growing up in Beverly Hills, Anna Paul was exposed to some of the most glamorous and famous women in the world. When Anna was young she had a passion for fashion, working in boutiques after school doing whatever it took to learn the ins and outs of the business. Shopping in vintage stores in her free time gave Anna knowledge and inspiration.

Having over twenty years of experience in the fashion industry, Anna recalls feeling very lucky to have been an assistant to a designer who made one of kind pieces for celebrities and socialites. She learned the whole process from pattern making to going to market in Dallas. Anna believes she learned what a school could never teach her ‘Life Learning’ and loved It.!

What inspires Anna most are fabrics, trims, and art. Uniting exotic beading, fabrics and embroidery from all over the world inspire Anna to create feminine pieces that flatter women, making them feel beautiful! Anna’s collection is versatile, warm, clean lined, and wearable, taking you through the day and into the evening. Her vibrant prints, lean flattering tops and dresses are unique, trendy, and inspire confidence and beauty.

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Treesje

Treesje was founded by Laura Osborne and Sheila Dardashti. Laura and Sheila met at the University of San Diego while studying business and fine arts. Laura completed a masters degree in business and marketing and Sheila began her career in fashion. While on a trip around the world together they were influenced and inspired by the art, language, and the diversity of the many cultures they experienced and from that, Treesje was born.

The California based company started with wide colorful beaded belts designed for the hip denim wearing trend setters in Beverly Hills. Sophisticated colors, hand beading, and over stitched dornments make their belts and bags a must have! Celebrity customers include Sarah Jessica Parker, Kate Winslet, Reese Witherspoon, Courtney Cox, Katie Holmes, Kate Beckinsale, Jennifer Connelly, Brittney Murphy, and others. Previous customers will no doubt, become returning fans.

Treesje uses only pristine leather, vintage fabric, and star quality hand beading on their beautifully designed bags and belts. Laura and Sheila both love to wear comfortable clothes and would never think of forsaking fashion for comfort. Paired with jeans and a tee, a belt and a bag can have all the color and style you need to complete an outfit.

Having been inspired by their travels around the world, Treesje’s desire is to create uniqueness and femininity in every piece they create.

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MAG Gems

We have all made jewelry at one point or another in our life. Remember the pasta necklaces we brought home to mom on MothersDay, or the necklaces made out of braided wood violets that we created in the springtime? We, I never stopped making jewelry, and MAG Gems are the result of my never growing up.

I decided at some point along the way that I could create jewelry more easily than I could find what I wanted searching through store fronts and catalogs. It’s thrilling to create a jewelry piece out of a random collection of semi-precious stones and metal. When I decide to introduce MAG Gems to the world, I just wanted create something beautiful that other people would love and enjoy.

I marvel that most of the time I end up with a design that I did not anticipate. The stones truly dictate where the design goes and MAG Gems just follows along.

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Nelli K

Nelly Barandiaran is the founder and designer of Nelli K Ltd headquartered in Los Angeles. Born and raised in Peru, Nelly spent much of her early years growing up in her Family's well established knitwear manufacturing company. In 1990 Nelly came to the United States and took up her first job as a merchandiser for A.B.S. in New York City. It was at A.B.S. that Nelly met her former partner Kim, realizing they both had similar interests and goals in starting their own fashion business. Together they raised the capital and structural resources to start the knitwear label "Kim and Kelly". Knitwear at this juncture was still relatively under developed in the niche market Nelly wanted to exploit.

The Company became very successful within two years, and "Kim and Kelly" had sales exceeding 1.5 million dollars with orders at the most prestigious stores in New York City such as Barneys, Henri Bendel’s and Bergdorf Goodman. In 1999 Nelly and Kim decided to dissolve their partnership to pursue their own individual interests. At that point Nelly began to develop and create her own knitwear label "Nell" that has now become "Nelli K".
Nelli K has grown into a more global label, developing a strong following throughout the United States and Europe. Nelly’s goals are to continue to create a collection of exciting, sexy and chic knitwear that will continue to be innovative and forward, to meet the ever changing world of fashion.

575 Denim

575 Denim has gained tremendous popularity with celebrities such as Jennifer Lopez, Cameron Diaz, Claire Keim, and many more. Using Italian and Japanese fabric, these jeans are designed to adorn the bodies of denim enthusiasts around the world.

575 Denim is known for it’s incredible washes and fit. Manufactured in Downtown Los Angeles, the designers are hands on, ensuring the quality of each pair down to the last stitch. Perfect pocket placement guarantees the 575 Denim wearer the best back side view possible!

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Steve Madden

Steven by Steve Madden began many years ago as Madden worked as a stock boy in a Long Island shoe store. He later worked for a wholesaler, where he observed the gap between the desires of his female clientele and the products offered. In 1990 Steve Madden Shoes began in a small closet at the Plaza Hotel.

Madden attributes his success to staying on top of the trends and being in touch with his customer. The Steven brand by Steve Madden has a quality product, produced in Spain and inspired by hot trends of the moment.

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Susana Monaco

Growing up, Susana Monaco was introduced to the world of fashion through her family owned clothing manufacturing business. It was this passion, discovered at an early age, which leads her to the Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) in New York. After graduating from FIT, she formed her company with her namesake, Susana Monaco.

Susana Monaco’s designs started out as simple and sexy supplex tops and bottoms. With an incredible fabric and fi, she created a loyal following. In recent years, she has expanded her collection to include more novelty pieces and fabrics. Each season, Susana Monaco incorporates gorgeous jackets, tops, and trousers into the line, along side her supplex staples.

Susana Monaco’s collection has been featured in InStyle, Vogue, Marie Claire, Lucky, Cosmopolitan, Shape, and Sports Illustrated.

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The Frye Company

The Frye company, which was founded more then 100 years ago by John A. Frye, continues to pride itself on manufacturing a quality product. In recent years, the fashion buzz has been the Harness Boot. Celebrities from coast to coast have been spotted sporting this classic style.

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Allen B. Schwartz

At the young age of 16, Allen B. Schwartz began his lifelong adventure in the fashion industry. After several years at Russ Togs, Allen became one of the original founders of Esprit. In 1982, Allen made the decision to go out on his own. He moved to Los Angeles where he launched A.B.S. by Allen Schwartz.

Hailed as Athe master of trends, he is revered and applauded for the extraordinary job he does of bringing runway trends to the consumer in record time. His collections are filled with a broad range of contemporary styles from his Allen B denim collection, classic A.B.S styles, and the sought after A.B.S evening gowns which are inspired by actual red carpet gowns worn by celebrities.

Allen’s life credo is “It’s all about the here and now.” He lives in Southern California with his wife and two children.

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Beverly Feldman

Beverly Feldman has been designing fabulous shoes for fabulous women for the last 30 years. Her motto is "Too Much Is Never Enough." Born in a very small New England town, she learned at a very young age, in order to be noticed, you have to look different than everyone else.

Beverly Feldman’s collection of shoes follows this same premise. Her collections are designed through her love of shoes and her love to make women happy. She knows what a woman wants and what men dream about.

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Billy Blues

Billy Blues is the unique collaboration of former merchandiser Renee Thomas and entrepreneur Billy Curtis. Many years in the fashion business, Renee was armed with exceptional design sense and business knowledge. Renee and Billy felt there was a niche market not being met and dove into the contemporary fashion market.

Renee has an exceptional sense of style and fit, thus contributing to the success of Billy Blues. Billy Blues is sold in the best independent boutique stores across the US. When a customer takes a Billy Blues garment into the fitting room, you know she will fall in love with it.

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Charlotte Tarantola

Charlotte Tarantola launched her company eight years ago in her Santa Monica living room after creating a series of innovative tee-shirts. Now located in Los Angeles, Charlotte Tarantola offers a wide selection of contemporary women’s knitwear including tees, sweaters, and skirts.

Charlotte’s vision is to design and manufacture garments of the highest quality, which are unique, comfortable and flattering. Her designs often include embellishments of rhinestones, embroidery, and beading. Charlotte feels her customer is a women who has her own sense of style.

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Claudia Ciuti

At age 19 Claudia Ciuti enrolled into the Fashion Institute of Design in Florence and started working in her father’s footwear factory. Most important to Ciuti at this stage in her design career, was to learn the meaning of high quality craftsmanship and the importance of searching and using the finest materials available, thus creating the Claudia Ciuti brand.

Claudia Ciuti’s collection is filled with sophisticated, elegant designs inspired by her life in Manhattan among beautiful, sophisticated and elegant women. Her shoes are known for their fit, quality, and a look that never compromises comfort.

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Denim for Immortality

Denim for Immortality launched in August 2005 as a luxury brand specializing in denim. Designed and created by Diana Tabeshi, Denim for Immortality is inspired by Roman Goddesses because of their strength, longevity, and uniqueness, which reflect women of today.

Denim for Immortality is setting the trends in denim today, not following them. Using a superior denim fabric, the jeans are the most flattering and comfortable jeans on the market. They will not stretch out, even after several days of wear. Either embellished with Swarovski crystals or clean pockets, these jeans are sure to be your favorite.

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Elie Tahari

Elie Tahari grew up in an Israeli orphanage and immigrated to the US in the 1970's. After his arrival in New York he began selling clothing in a boutique in Greenwich Village. It was here he was introduced to his first love, designing women’s fashion. At the young age of 25, Elie Tahari became one of the foremost figures in fashion with the opening of his first boutique on Madison Avenue in New York.

Woman have been drawn to Elie Tahari designs for over three decades, and his devoted following continues to revel in the feminine embellishments, sensual fabrics, and subtle textures that have come to define the Elie Tahari collection. Elie Tahari believes clothing should be “quieter than the woman,” so that her true beauty can shine through.

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Laundry by Shelli Segal

Laundry by Shelli Segal was launched in 1988 to include everything from casual work attire to gorgeous evening gowns. Today, Laundry is one of the most exciting and sought after collections on the contemporary market.

The Laundry Collection is for the contemporary woman who wants to feel sexy and feminine at work and at play. Laundry consistantly delivers the trend of the season and leaves the loyal Laundry follower anxious for the designers next fabulous season.

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About Sheri Bodell

Sheri Bodell began her love affair with fashion in high school, working at a retail clothing store. The Los Angeles based clothing designer feels each one of her pieces is like a piece of jewelry. “It should be able to stand on its own.”

Sheri Bodell’s line involves handmade and personalized creations in silk, leather and fur. Sheri focuses on the art of designing on the edge, for the Sheri Bodell customer is always on top of the fashion trend. Her collection consists of sexy dresses, trousers, embellished tops, fur jackets and textured skirts.

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