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Betsey Johnson
Birth at
10 August 1942
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Betsey Johnson was born in Weathersfield, Connecticut. In 1964, she graduated from Syracuse University and began working as an editor for Mademoiselle magazine. In 1965, Betsey became the chief designer for Paraphernalia Boutique. In 1969, she worked for Alvin Dunskin, and then in 1971 became the creative director of Alley Cat. By this time, the name of the Queen of Rock & Roll clothing was firmly fixed for her. In 1972, she received the Coty Award. Finally, in 1978, Betsey Johnson decided to start
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Betsey Johnson was born in Weathersfield, Connecticut. In 1964, she graduated from Syracuse University and began working as an editor for Mademoiselle magazine.
In 1965, Betsey became the chief designer for Paraphernalia Boutique. In 1969, she worked for Alvin Dunskin, and then in 1971 became the creative director of Alley Cat. By this time, the name of the Queen of Rock & Roll clothing was firmly fixed for her. In 1972, she received the Coty Award. Finally, in 1978, Betsey Johnson decided to start working on her own and released her own label, Betsey Johnson.
Since the first year of its existence, the company has achieved commercial success. She opened her first store in Soho. Betsey Johnson launched its perfume line in 1995.
In 1999, the Council of Fashion Designers of America presented her with the Timeless Talent Award - a recognition of her talent to be constantly modern in the fashion world.
Source: www.salons.su
Official website: www.betseyjohnson.com