David Meister is a female fashion designer from the United States. As a child in Cincinnati, David was heavily influenced by style-conscious TV shows like Sonny & Cher, which fueled his desire to become a fashion designer.

Patricia Field is a costume designer, stylist, and fashion designer from the United States well known for The Devil Wears Prada in 2006, Sex and the City in 1998, and Sex and the City in 2008.

Steven Madden is a fashion designer and businessman from the United States. He is the founder and former CEO of the publicly traded company Steve Madden, Ltd.

Jeffrey Sebelia is an American fashion designer and the founder of the clothing label Cosa Nostra, which he ran from a downtown Los Angeles loft on Broadway. He is best known as the third-season winner of the American reality show Project Runway.

Isaac Mizrahi is an American fashion designer, television presenter, and the chief designer for Xcel Brands’ Isaac Mizrahi brand. He is best known for his eponymous fashion lines and is based in New York City.

Derek Lam is a fashion designer from the United States. From 2005 to 2010, Lam was Tod’s creative director for ready-to-wear and accessories, in addition to designing his own line.

Adam Lippes is an American fashion designer who rose to prominence at Oscar de la Renta before launching his own label in 2004.

Nicole Miller is a businesswoman and fashion designer from the United States. Miller creates a large collection for J.C. Penney as well as a home furnishing collection for Bed, Bath, and Beyond.

Nanette Lepore is a New York-based American fashion designer. According to New York magazine “Her designs with gypsy influences are feminine and youthful. The looks feature bold colors and bright prints, as well as ruffles and lace that manage to look good-time-girly without being too frilly.”