Badgley Mischka is an American fashion label designed by Mark Badgley and James Mischka.[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