Black Halo

True to its name, Black Halo finds inspiration in the beauty of contradiction. From structured pencil dresses that read more vamp than traditional, to modern draping with Madam Gres roots, designer Laurel Berman fuses rebel with romance to create a collection at once both edgy and feminine.

Black Halo's core aesthetic stems from simple principles of construction and form. Berman finds inspiration in textiles, a cut or draping often influenced by the feel of the fabric. Her careful silhouettes reference the intricacies of couture tailoring traditions. The result is a look of glamour without pretense, which has made the collection a long-standing favorite among celebrities, including Heidi Klum, Blake Lively, Fergie, Lady Gaga, Rachel Evan Wood and Eva Mendes.

Since its launch in 2002, Black Halo has expanded from its Los Angeles roots to become an internationally renowned brand. The collection debuted at Harvey Nichols in London in 2008, and can now be found in a number of specialty boutiques throughout the UK.

Despite such wide distribution, the business remains vertically integrated in Los Angeles, a conscious decision by both Berman and Black Halo Partner Sean Pattison to ensure each garment meets the brand's highest standard of quality. From its Arts District factory to the recently-expanded showroom in downtown's Garment District, Black Halo epitomizes "Made in L.A."

Designer Laurel Berman has elevated the Black Halo brand to a level in contemporary fashion that can be considered iconic. Berman created a brand that is now synonymous with beauty and modern-day style.

Through the wildly popular "Jackie O" Dress, Berman dramatically transformed the way women dress today with the simplicity of a single piece. With flawless construction, impeccable tailoring and an aesthetic that both references and reinvents classic glamour and sex appeal. Ever growing and evolving, Berman consistently presents unique silhouettes and draping techniques - never ceasing to surprise with innovation through unexpected sources of inspiration.

Born in Spokane, now based in Los Angeles, Laurel's unassuming allure and relaxed confidence translate into each of her designs with an effortlessly sexy spirit. Studying at the San Francisco Academy of Fashion and working in many capacities for various brands within the industry provided her the foundation needed to create and execute her vision but; the real direction and inspiration of her line is derived from the natural instincts and intangibles of her creative mind.

Website: www.blackhalo.com

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