Keith Lissner
Keith Lissner | |
|---|---|
| Born | Chicago, U.S. |
| Education | London College of Fashion |
| Occupation | Fashion designer |
| Spouse | Paul Vinci |
Keith Lissner is an American fashion designer.[1]
He has designed for Emmy Rossum, Taryn Manning, kim Kardashian, Janet Jackson, Paris Hilton and Natasha Beddingfield.[2]
He is Vera Wang's Executive Vice President of Design.[3]
He was the owner and originator of his own namesake Ready-To-Wear company before joining Vera Wang, and he previously worked as a Ralph Lauren designer.[4]
His designs have been showcased in New York Fashion Week.[5][6]
Biography[edit]
He was born and raised in Chicago, from a young age, he was drawn to the world of fashion, inspired by his grandmother who owned an exclusive couture dress salon. She regaled him with stories of the women who frequented her establishment, where dresses weren't simply on display but meticulously curated to suit each client's taste and figure.[5]
He chose to pursue a career in fashion while attending a university in the United States, Lissner's acquaintance informed him that she was attending LCF for a semester and invited him to go along. Rather, he enrolled in the BTEC course.[7]
Lissner was educated in fashion design at The London College of Fashion in England.[8]
Career[edit]
While studying at LCF he started his career as an intern at Moschino Cheap and Chic. Lissner focused on menswear after graduating, working for several years in the production department at Ralph Lauren children's wear then as a men's designer for Perry Ellis, he again joined as a men's designer for Ralph Lauren.[9]
He launched his eponymous fashion label, focusing initially on a clothing range, including trousers, blouses, and dresses.[8][10]
Lissner's debuted at the New York Fashion Week, influenced by Seventies punk and the Royal Ballet, featured numerous pearls, pearl prints, and sequins.[11] He returned to New York Fashion Week, where he was influenced by the young social set.[12] His debut collection was showcased at the Jumeirah Essex House.[5]
After gaining recognition from his label, he started working for Vera Wang, He is the current Executive Vice President of Design at Vera Wang.[13] Lissner is responsible for all Vera apparel, including Ready-To-Wear, Celebrity Made-To-Order, Bridal, Simply Vera Vera Wang at Kohl's and Vera Wang Bride at Pronovias, and more.[14] At Vera Wang, Lissner has dressed Ariana Grande, Oprah, Meryl Streep and Gwen Stefani.[15]
Style and aesthetics[edit]
Lissner's style has been more avant garde and modern for over a decade.[16]
During his initial career, Lissner drew inspiration from diverse sources, ranging from Greek mythology to the punk subculture of the 1970s.[17]
While working for his own label, he used pastel-colored, ethereal palettes to bold pops of color juxtaposed with neutrals; Lissner's designs cater to a diverse range of tastes and preferences.[18]
Lissner's designs were characterized by a fusion of classic elegance with contemporary flair, drawing inspiration from vintage styles, Victorianism, and the Belle époque era.[19]
Personal life[edit]
Lissner presently lives in New York City with his spouse, Paul Vinci, and their dog mini schnauzer named Lucy, their previous dog Louise was passed away recently.[20]
References[edit]
- ^ Quadri, Stephanie (2009-09-28). "Fashion Dish this Wednesday at Craft with Keith Lissner". D Magazine. Retrieved 2024-05-10.
- ^ Potasznik • •, Annie (2009-09-11). "Fashion Dish: Keith Lissner". NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth. Retrieved 2024-05-10.
- ^ "In Conversation with Keith Lissner". Join the co-lab. Retrieved 2024-05-10.
- ^ Hruska, Rachelle. "Interview With Designer Keith Lissner: On The Launch Of His New Online Store For Keith By Keith Lissner Today!". Guest of a Guest. Retrieved 2024-05-10.
- ^ a b c Marshall, Douglas. "Break Out The Charmeuse: Keith Lissner Successfully Launched His F/W09 Collection". Guest of a Guest. Retrieved 2024-05-10.
- ^ "Designer Keith Lissner To Star On Bravo's New Series "The Fashion Show!"". Guest of a Guest. Retrieved 2024-05-10.
- ^ "It's In the Air". WWD. 2007-12-04. Retrieved 2024-05-10.
- ^ a b "Meet: Keith Lissner". UAL. 2020-11-10. Retrieved 2024-05-10.
- ^ Whitworth, Melissa (2009-02-10). "New York Fashion Week: new designers on the block". The Telegraph. Retrieved 2024-05-10.
- ^ Dean, Ashley (2009-10-04). "Boston Fashion Week 2009: The Emerging Trends". Blast Magazine. Retrieved 2024-05-10.
- ^ "Keith Lissner RTW Spring 2009". WWD. 2008-09-04. Retrieved 2024-05-10.
- ^ "Keith Lissner RTW Spring 2010". WWD. 2009-09-10. Retrieved 2024-05-10.
- ^ "Fashion is Not What You Think: Myths vs Realities - Fashinnovation". fashinnovation.nyc. Retrieved 2024-05-10.
- ^ "Jaw-dropping new pics of designer Vera Wang, 74, have fans declaring 'sorcery'". 7NEWS. 2023-09-12. Retrieved 2024-05-10.
- ^ "Revolutionary Change to Bridal Wear: Vera Wang - Fashinnovation". fashinnovation.nyc. 2022-10-31. Retrieved 2024-05-10.
- ^ Rachel (2011-07-07). "Keith Lissner". StyleCaster. Retrieved 2024-05-10.
- ^ Marshall, Douglas. "Keith Lissner's Spring '09 Presentation Smells Sweeter Than Flowers". Guest of a Guest. Retrieved 2024-05-10.
- ^ "Ten Undiscovered Designers On The Rise". Forbes. Retrieved 2024-05-10.
- ^ Hruska, Rachelle. "Keith Lissner Named One Of Ten "Designers On The Rise" By Forbes". Guest of a Guest. Retrieved 2024-05-10.
- ^ "Fashinnovators: meet our Speakers - Keith Lissner". fashinnovation.nyc. Retrieved 2024-05-10.