Mandy Coon was thrust into the fashion world at age 20 when approached by a model scout at a Houston, Texas shopping mall. This blue-eyed beauty spent years being fitted for clothes, fostering in her a deep and personal appreciation for garment construction as well as a very eclectic personal style.

After trying her hand at several fashion projects and collaborations, mandy fell in love with being on the other side of the catwalk, delving further into her knowledge of the industry by learning valuable techniques in haute couture sewing and tailoring at the fashion institute of technology located in the heart of new york city’s garment district. She soon landed an apprenticeship with Danish designer Camilla Stærk, where she put her skills to use to create handmade runway pieces.

" What’s especially appealing about coon is her willingness to be ad hoc. You can practically watch the creative process unfold on her clothes."

(style.com)

In 2010 she launched her own brand that has become known for melding meticulous details with intriguing functionality. Coon resides in the east village and credits her french bulldog petunia as an endless source of inspiration.