LOIS SAMUELS
Lois Samuels’ introduction to fashion began as a model where she had the opportunity to work with amazing designers and publications in the fashion capitals of the world. Signed to New York’s Q Agency, Lois’ career as a model has spanned over 16 years. She has worked with agencies throughout Europe including Marilyn in Paris and IMG in the US. She has also worked with designers from Lacroix, Miyake and Mugler in Paris, Armani, Ralph Lauren and Rucci in New York and shot for magazines as German and Italian Vogue, Essence and Harpers Bazaar.
THE VESSEL. BY LOIS
... urban, bold, effortless, chic, sexy with a modern minimalist twist.
Lois Samuels started the Vessel. by Lois in the Spring of 2009 during New York’s Fashion Week. The collections present a clean, simple slate of tailored basics which she believes are the foundation of what fashion should represent.
Drawing inspiration from traditional tailoring as well as the utilitarian lines of the uniform she has created a blend of style with streamlined comfort and ease. Her work has been featured in Vogue Italia, The New York Times, L’Officiel, Elle and WWD. The Collection tantalizes customers with tailored suits, cocooning capes, simple and transitional dresses and overalls that flatter and enhance the women who wear them. These collections have an aesthetic that reflects the confidence and versatility of the brands global customer.
"Lois Samuels worked suiting and shirting fabrics into a serene collection with a Puritan bent, the highlights of which were beautifully tailored long dresses and coats." - Womens Wear Daily
Lois’ Collection are all made in the heart of the garment district of New York City where she resides with her son Malo.
View the Vessel. by lois 2010 collection below and get prepared for a great fashion show at FashionAFRICANA.
Ms. Samuels is also a published author of two books:
Jamaica through My Eyes, Mcmillan Publishers (2005)
A Glow in the Dark, LMH Publishers (1999
In Loving Memory of 2004 FashionAFRICANA Cover model, Marquetta Grate.
2004 FashionAFRICANA: Tribute to Lost Boys of Sudan, Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh
Model: Marquetta
Credit: Photograph © Frank Walsh
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