Rachel Roy facts for kids
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Rachel Roy
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Rachel Irene Roy
1974 (age 50–51) |
| Nationality | American |
| Education | Washington Adventist University |
| Occupation | Fashion designer |
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| Children | 2 |
Rachel Irene Roy (born in 1974) is a famous American fashion designer. She is known for her stylish clothing lines and her work helping others.
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Early Life and Education
Rachel Roy was born in San Bernardino County, California. She grew up in Seaside, California. Her mother is from the Netherlands, and her father is from India.
Rachel went to Seaside High School. Later, she attended Columbia Union College, which is now called Washington Adventist University. She then moved to New York City to follow her dream of working in fashion. In New York, she started as a wardrobe stylist. She also interned at a fashion company called Rocawear. Her brother, Rajendra Roy, is a film curator at the Museum of Modern Art in New York.
Rachel Roy's Fashion Career
Rachel Roy worked hard at Rocawear. She became the creative director for the women's and children's clothing lines. In 2004, she launched her very own fashion brand, named after herself.
In 2006, Rachel received an award from the Bollywood film industry. This award recognized her contributions to American fashion. The next year, in 2007, she joined the Council of Fashion Designers of America. This is a special group for top fashion designers.
Her company partnered with Jones Apparel Group in 2008. Later, her brand was sold to Sycamore Partners. As of 2021, her fashion company, Royale Etenia LLC., works with Topson Downs.
Rachel also became popular with teenagers. Teen Vogue magazine featured her in 2009. She showed readers how to turn a simple T-shirt into a cool prom dress.
RACHEL Rachel Roy Collection
In 2009, Rachel launched a new collection called The RACHEL Rachel Roy. This line offers more affordable clothes, shoes, and accessories. You can find these items at Macy’s stores in the United States. In Canada, they are sold at The Bay.
Rachel has also worked with other artists. In 2009, she teamed up with singer Estelle to create a jewelry line. In 2010, she designed a special collection with model Jessica Stam. Rachel has won many awards for her designs, including an ACE AWARD in 2010.
Giving Back and Writing Books
Rachel Roy is also known for her charity work. She is an advisor for World of Children. This group helps children who are in need.
In 2018, the UN Women organization named her a Champion for Innovation. She works with the UN to support gender equality. This means she helps make sure everyone, no matter their gender, has fair chances.
Rachel is also an author. She wrote her first book, Design your Life, in 2015. In 2019, she wrote 96 Words for Love with her daughter, Ava.
Celebrity Clients
Many famous people wear Rachel Roy's designs. Some of her clients include:
- Michelle Obama
- Diane Sawyer
- Kate Hudson
- Jennifer Garner
- Kim Kardashian
- Iman
- Lucy Liu
- Sharon Stone
- Tyra Banks
- Wendy Williams
- Penélope Cruz
- Melania Trump
Personal Life
Rachel Roy has two daughters. She was married to Damon Dash from about 2005 to 2009. They later divorced.
