Badgley Mischka Explained

Badgley Mischka is an American fashion label designed by Mark Badgley (born January 12, 1961, in East St. Louis, IL) and James Mischka (born December 23, 1960, in Burlington, WI).^[1] Their collections are said to be largely influenced by the style of the glamour of 1940s Hollywood while remaining simple and streamlined.^[2]

History

James Mischka began at Rice University as a biomedical engineering major and ultimately graduated with degrees in art history and managerial studies in 1985. Badgley and Mischka met at Parsons School of Design in Manhattan. The two launched the label Badgley Mischka in 1988, though their bridal business launched in 1996.^[3] In 1989, they won the Fashion Institute of Technology's second annual Mouton-Cadet Young Designer Award, presented by Philippine de Rothschild.^[4]

In 1992, Badgley Mischka was acquired by Escada;^[5] Badgley and Mischka retained creative control and a financial stake in the brand.^[6]

In 2004, Escada sold Badgley Mischka to Candie's (later renamed Iconix Brand Group).^[7] In 2006, the brand launched licensed eyewear, handbags and cold-weather accessories lines, along with its first fragrance. It also introduced bridge sportswear, shoes, wedding gowns and bridesmaid dresses through other licensing agreements.^[8] By 2020, Bagdley Mischka was running more than ten licensing deals.^[9]

In September 2006, Badgley Mischka announced that Sharon Stone would replace Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen as the brand's spokesperson.^[10] Melania Trump is a regular client of the label.^[11]

In 2017, Iconix sold Badgley Mischka to Mark Badgley, James Mischka, and Titan Industries for $16 million in cash.^{[12] [13]} Still in 2017, the label launched its home furnishings collection.^[14] In 2018, the label signed a beauty license with TPR Holdings LLC.^[15] In 2024, the label launched its first fragrances.^[16]

See also

• List of fashion designers

External links

• Official website

Notes and References

1. Web site: Red Carpet Maestros Badgley And Mischka On True Glamour. Blue. Carreon. . 30 January 2018.
2. Web site: About Mark and James Badgley Mishcka. 2021-12-11. www.badgleymischka.com.
3. News: Ready to Wear Report: Market Basket. August 6, 1996. Women's Wear Daily.
4. Woody Hochswender (5 November 1989), Badgley Mischka Acquired New York Times.
5. Web site: James Mischka. cityfile. 30 January 2018.
6. Woody Hochswender (28 January 1992), An Early Success For 2 Young Designers New York Times.
7. Web site: If the Shoe Fits, Wear It: Candie's in Surprise Deal To Buy Badgley Mischka. WWD. Staff. 1 November 2004. 30 January 2018.
8. Rosemary Feitelberg (28 August 2006), Badgley Mischka Adding Lingerie Women's Wear Daily.
9. Web site: Feitelberg . Rosemary . 2018-09-08 . Badgley Mischka Approaches Licensing With Much Consideration . 2024-09-14 . WWD . en-US.
10. Web site: Dresses by Badgley mischka . 2014-12-21 . dead . https://web.archive.org/web/20150330025920/http://www.fashionzstyle.com/latest-uk-and-usa-dresses-by-badgley-mischka-pre-fall-2015/ . 2015-03-30 .
11. Web site: Mackenzie . Macaela . 2016-12-08 . Badgley Mischka Might Become Melania’s Go-to Designer . 2024-09-14 . Allure . en-US.
12. Web site: Badgley Mischka And Titan Industries Buy Trademark Rights From Iconix. Kristen. Henning. 2 March 2016. 30 January 2018.
13. Rosemary Feitelberg (8 September 2018), Badgley Mischka Approaches Licensing With Much Consideration Women's Wear Daily.
14. Web site: Holm . Brooke . Owens . Mitchell . 2017-06-15 . Badgley Mischka Launches a Home-Furnishings Collection . 2024-09-14 . Architectural Digest . en-US.
15. Rosemary Feitelberg (8 September 2018), Badgley Mischka Approaches Licensing With Much Consideration Women's Wear Daily.
16. Web site: Manoff . Jill . 2024-02-11 . Badgley Mischka uses its NYFW show to enter the prestige beauty market, fragrance first . 2024-09-14 . Glossy . en.