Badgley Mischka is an American fashion label designed by

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(born January 12, 1961 in East St. Louis, MO) and

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(born December 23, 1960 in Burlington, WI). Their collections are said to be largely influenced by the style of the glamour of 1940s

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while remaining simple and streamlined.

History

James Mischka began at

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as a biomedical engineering major and ultimately graduated with degrees in art history and managerial studies in 1985. Badgley and Mischka met at

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. The two launched the label Badgley Mischka in 1988, though their bridal business launched in 1996. In 1992, Badgley Mischka was acquired by

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. In 2004, Escada sold Badgley Mischka to

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(later renamed

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). In September 2006, Badgley Mischka announced that

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would replace

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as the brand's spokesperson. In 2017, Iconix sold Badgley Mischka to Mark Badgley, James Mischka, and Titan Industries.

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Clothing companies of the United States High fashion brands American fashion designers American companies established in 1988 1988 establishments in California

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