One of the most prominent Montréal designers of his generation, Andy Thê-Anh is best known for his sexy and modern take on affordable sportswear for active, fashion-conscious women. He recently entered into a new partnership that will give him added financial and manufacturing means, allowing him to consolidate and further expand his customer-base in Canada, the United States and Europe. The new company, called Athêlia, will produce a ready-to-wear collection under the Andy by Andy Thê-Anh label as well as a LIVING-WEAR collection called A Degree which will be launched in the near future. He is also renowned for creating exclusive outfits for some of Canada’s best known performers.

Before designing his own label, Andy worked for reputed Canadian manufacturers: he glamorized jeans-wear at Parasuco; added a touch of high fashion to children’s wear and maternity clothes at Ma Divine Clémentine; modernized classic coats and suits for Irving Samuel and Raffinati; and worked on both young men’s and women’s collections for North American retailer Tristan & America.

Born in Vietnam, Andy came to Canada in 1981 and studied fashion at LaSalle College. Over the years, he has won several fashion awards, including the Young Designer Award at the Salon de la Jeunesse, the Dubonnet Design competition, and the Canadian Fur Council’s Fashion and Fur competition.

Izzy Camilleri began her company in 1987 years ago by wholesaling a line of unique leather and knitwear. She later gained an international reputation for her work in the movie and television industry by producing wardrobes for such celebrities as Nicole Kidman, Jennifer Lopez, Mariah Carey and Nicolas Cage.

In 2000, Camilleri launched her couture business and has built up a base of clients for whom she designs on a regular basis. She has also gained a number of well-known clients including Jeanne Beker, John Cusak, David Bowie and Samuel L. Jackson. In October of the same year, Camilleri launched a collection of high-end leather and suede separates. Her vision for the line is a fresh-forward look, geared to women who are aware of the international fashion scene and like to look sleek and sexy.

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