My Favorite Lines Series: Zac Posen

Zac Posen is a favorite of celebrities and fashionable women everywhere. His feminine designs have a large following because they are flattering, modern and unique. Celebrity fans include Natalie Portman, Cameron Diaz, Rhianna, Heidi Klum and many more. At only 29, Zac has achieved success that many only dream of.

Zac Posen Wool Dress, $599 from Gilt

Zac grew up in NYC's SoHo neighborhood with an artist father and lawyer mother. He was always interested in fashion and at 15 years old, as a sophomore in high school, Zac landed an internship with Nicole Miller. The prestigious internship prompted Zac to enroll in Parson's New School of Design's pre-college program. During this time, Zac worked under, and found a mentor in Richard Martin, who is the curator of The Costume Institute at the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Zac Posen Petal Coat, $699 from Gilt

Once Zac graduated high school, he moved to London to study at Central Saint Martins College of Art and Design at the University of Arts London. Central Stain Martins is considered on of the top design schools in the world and attending is very prestigious.

Zac Posen Crepe Dress, $399 from Gilt

While studying in London, Zac created a dress that was acquired by the Victoria and Albert Museum- quite a feat for a student and at only 21 years old. He also made a dress for Noami Campbell that was seen by fashion VIP's: Lola and Stella Schnabel, Paz de la Huerta, Ingrid Sischy and Ed Filipowski.

Zac Posen Fringed Dress, $399 from Gilt

Upon completing his studies in London, Zac returned to New York and to his parents' home in 2001. He worked in their living room, while receiving a meager allowance of $15 each week. That same year, Zac showed a capsule collection at GenArt's Fresh Faces show, where he won $20,000 and garnered attention from fashion higher ups, including the President of LVMH, the CEO and Director of Christian Dior SA, and CEO and President of Gucci Group NV.

Zac Posen Pleated Dress, $699 from Gilt

With his winnings, Zac established a workroom in Tribeca. Several years later, in 2004, the CFDA awarded Zac with the Swarovski's Perry Ellis Award for Womenswear. Previous winners include Philip Lim, Alexander Wang, Mulleavy Sisters for Rodarte, Derek Lam, Narciso Rodriguez, Marc Jacobs and more.

Zac Posen Moire Top, $229 from Gilt

Zac's collaboration with Target was one of the most anticipated and sold out quickly. Z Spoke, Zac's collection for Saks Fifth Avenue, is popular as well. Shop for Zac Posen at Saks, Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom, Net-a-Porter, The OutNet, Shop Bop and Gilt.

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