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Nardos Imam (born in 1976) is a fashion designer specializing in bridal and evening wear. She launched the Nardos Design brand in 2012 and established a fashion salon, an atelier in Dallas, and a production house on Manhattan's Upper East Side.[1]
Early Life and Education
[edit]Born and raised in Asamra, Eritrea, a nation in Northeast Africa, Nardos developed an interest in dressmaking as a child, watching her mother, an experienced seamstress, make intricate, colorful dresses for her and other family members.[2] Recognizing her interest in fashion, Nardos's mother encouraged her daughter to take sewing classes. Nardos refused, fearing this would subjugate her to a stereotypical woman's role. So, instead, her mother taught Nardos to sew at home.[3]
At age 17, Nardos left Eritrea to pursue a medical education in Dallas, enrolling at the former El Centro College (now known as Dallas College, El Centro Campus).[4] Soon after, she changed course to study fashion with an emphasis on costume design.[5]
Career
[edit]After graduating, Nardos took a job at the upscale Dallas fabric store Richard Brooks. When she wore her own handmade garments to work, customers asked where she got her clothes. This resulted in Nardos taking on small sewing jobs for customers.[4]
Ready for a greater challenge, Nardos applied for a job at upscale retailer Stanley Korshak, a Dallas-based luxury department store and bridal salon. She started in the alternations department and later became its manager but continued to sew for clients independently. She eventually became the store's in-house designer and, subsequently, its top-selling vendor.[4] During six years of designing at Stanley Korshak, Nardos built a clientele who appreciated her unique architectural designs and meticulous craftsmanship.
In 2012, Nardos launched her own fashion house, Nardos Couture, in Dallas, Texas.[2] Her design style is characterized by architectural elements, bold colors, controlled volume, sleek lines, and intricate draping techniques.[5] Her gowns have been worn by high-profile individuals, including actress Jane Seymour, TV personality Kameron Westcott of "Real Housewives of Dallas," and musician Joanie Leeds.[2]
In 2022, the brand expanded to open a flagship store on Madison Avenue on Manhattan's upper East Side.[6]
New York Fashion Week
[edit]In 2023, Nardos presented her first collection at New York Bridal Fashion Week, unveiling bridal gowns for Spring and Summer 2024 at a presentation at the Plaza Hotel. One gown in the collection: a strapless, bell-shaped mini dress embellished with lace and a large bow.[7]
In October of 2023, Nardos again attended New York Bridal Fashion Week, this time presenting a Fall Winter 2024 collection at the Lotos Club.[6]
In 2024, Nardos returned to New York Bridal Fashion Week with a collection of bridal gowns for Spring and Summer 2025.[8]
Personal life
[edit]Nardos is married to Awet Bereket. They have a daughter and a son and live in Dallas, Texas.[9]
References
[edit]- ^ Fleur, Helen (2024-02-16). "Meet the Bridal Designer: Nardos". WEDVIBES.MEDIA. Retrieved 2025-02-03.
- ^ a b c Lombardo, Mimi (2023-09-20). "Designer Takeover: Nardos Bridal Couture - World Bride Magazine". worldbridemagazine.com. Retrieved 2025-02-03.
- ^ "Nardos Imam". Habesha Brides. 31 December 2016. Retrieved 2025-02-03.
- ^ a b c Abshiro, Jehadu (2018-06-28). "Architectural tulle: Nardos Imam designs dream dresses". Preston Hollow. Retrieved 2025-02-03.
- ^ a b "10 Questions with Designer Nardos Imam of Nardos Design". The Bridal Council. 2023-01-11. Retrieved 2025-02-03.
- ^ a b Hasan, Sadiba; Srivastava, Maansi (2024-04-06). "Charity Lawson Takes Us Inside New York Bridal Fashion Week". The New York Times. ISSN 0362-4331. Retrieved 2025-02-03.
- ^ Manners, Ivy (2023-04-22). "What We Saw at New York Bridal Fashion Week". The New York Times. ISSN 0362-4331. Retrieved 2025-02-03.
- ^ Wax, Shelby (2024-04-09). "The Biggest Wedding Dress Trends From New York Bridal Fashion Week". Vogue. Retrieved 2025-02-03.
- ^ "Dallas designer Nardos Imam unveils sparkling new boutique on New York's Madison Avenue - CultureMap Dallas". dallas.culturemap.com. Retrieved 2025-02-03.