Who is Christopher John Rogers? Rogers is one of the celebrated brands in Target’s latest designer dress collection.
Since May 16, when Target’s newest collaboration debuted, perhaps you have noticed all the figure-flattering affordable dresses on Instagram.
The feminine-feel collection includes not only Christopher John Rogers but also bold and bright patterns from Alexis Barbara Isaias and RIXO designers Orlagh McCloskey and Henrietta Rix.
Christopher John Rogers, an emerging New York-based fashion designer. He is already receiving recognition; read on to learn which prestigious fashion award.
I became familiar with Rogers’s name in January 2021. How? I watched Joe Biden and Kamala Harris’s inaugurations. Kamala chose the young black designer for her chic custom purple dress and coat ensemble.
The celebrated designer hails from Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The 25-year-old attended SCAD (Savannah College of Art and Design) and was a 2020 CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund Emerging Designer recipient.
Who is the CFDA?
The CFDA, The Council of Fashion Designers of America, is a not-for-profit trade association. Creation in 1962 by fashion pioneer and publicist Miranda Lambert.
The CFDA’s mission is to strengthen American fashion’s impact on the global economy. Indeed, this award put Rogers on the proverbial fashion map.
Southern-born Christopher John Rogers took the fashion industry by storm. How? By combining his love of color and glamour for the modern woman.
Celebrities wearing and celebrating Mr. Rogers:
Beyonce
Lizzo
Ashley Graham
Tracee Ellis Ross
Michelle Obama
Vice President Kamala Harris
Tiffany & Co. Collection
Less than two years ago, Mr. Rogers, what was he doing? Working out of his living room to create his sensational outfits.
Before COVID, remember Target’s long lines or sold-out frustrations when making collaboration purchases. Unfortunately, by now, most designs from all three designers have sold out.
What’s your comfort level when wearing bright colors and patterns? Yay or nay, do share.
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