Betsey Johnson was born in Weathersfield, Connecticut and graduated from Syracuse University in 1964. She wanted to be a dancer but life had something else in-stored for her.

After graduation, she worked for Mademoiselle as a Guest Editor. In 1965, she became the Head Designer for Paraphernalia Boutique and found herself in the middle of the "Youth Quake" that changed the world with Woodstock, Jimmy Hendrix, the Beatles and Hair.

In 1969, she worked for Alvin Dunskin until she became the Creative Director at Alley Cat in 1971. By this time, she was already firmly rooted as the Queen of Rock & Roll clothing, with hippie and ethnic influences. In 1972, she won the Coty Award.

Finally, in 1978, Betsey Johnson decided to strike out on her own, and launched the Betsey Johnson label. She was commercially successful since its first year and she was able to open a stand alone boutique in SoHo. Other Betsey Johnson boutiques followed. She also expanded her lines with the launch of Betsey Johnson perfume in 1995, which included bath and beauty products.

In 1999, the Council of Fashion Designers of America presented her with the Timeless Talent Award, a recognition of her ability to change with the times and her continued success in the fashion business for over 3 decades.

Spring 2007 (Photo by Giovanni Pucci)

Fall 2007 (Photo by Giovanni Pucci)

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