Gary Graham – Rich textures casual luxury vintage inspired fashion label
| Gary Graham born and raised in Wilmington Delaware, educated in Chicago’s School of the Art Institute in educated in textile & costume designs is discernible in each season’s collection weaving a sense history in each silhouette. |
               
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| Graham’s first collection, produced in the basement of a historic Tribeca flatiron building; reflects an historical reference with a modern interpretation with modern draping creating a effortless silhouette. The entire collection was made entirely of garment-dyed, quilted, silk organza. |
| Drawn to contrasts or opposites, discovering the beauty in dichotomies such as light and dark or rustic and refined. This is reflected in some of his trademark like his mercurial dresses, fitted jackets, blouses and slouchy knits all crafted in the rich palette steeped in texture achieved through the washing and dying process. Inspirations for past collections have included Dust Bowl era photographs from the American west during the Depression. Graham derived fabulous influence from gypsy culture in Europe form the turn of the century. Other inspirations are from antique engravings, botanical specimens and abandon warehouses outside of Wilmington. |
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| Sumptuous materials such as duchesse satin, wool jersey, and silk georgette are crafted incorporating handmade techniques to slip onto the body as easily as slipping on a T-shirt. Every garment is designed to wear as a stand-alone piece or to be |
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layered interchangeably to create multiple wardrobe options as well as a variety of color combinations. Fusing quilting, embroidery, patina and patchwork with bulky knits and leather creates exceptional stylized look with a precise finish. To define the underlying themes of each collection, Graham designs prints and jacquards to offer a visible clue to articulate his inspiration for each season. The result is uniquely comfortable, casual approach to a designer wardrobe. Gary Graham clothes are designed for forward thinking creative women who want to build a wardrobe that has versatility and will not go out of style. |
| Gary Graham collections are available in specialty boutiques and department stores worldwide. Along with his boutique located in ABC Carpet and Home, Graham has opened a flagship store in Tribeca. |
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Graham was also named a finalist in the 2009 CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund.
The designer lives and works in New York City. Gary Graham 176 Franklin Street Tribeca New York, NY 10013 Phone: 212.274.8940 Store Hours: Tue - Sat: 11 - 7 Sunday: 11 - 6 |
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