Maria Lucia Hohan Explained

Maria Lucia Hohan
Nationality:Romanian
Occupation:Fashion Designer

Maria Lucia Hohan is a Romanian fashion designer and entrepreneur. She is the creative director of the eponymous brand, established in 2003.

Early life & education

Hohan was born in Romania. She studied at and graduated from the LISAA School of Art & Design in Paris.

Career

Early in her career, she worked as a fashion illustrator for an Italian design house in Milan.[1] In 2003, Maria Lucia Hohan opened her own studio in Bucharest.[2] [3] [4] [5] [6] Under her namesake label, Maria Lucia created a new category of bridal and evening gowns.

Hohan began gaining international recognition once her creations were worn by names such as Beyonce, Katherine Heigl, Selena Gomez, Vanessa Hudgens, Nicole Kidman, Kelly Osbourne, Jennifer Lopez, Megan Fox, Taylor Swift, Rihanna, and Eva Longoria. Her brand, Maria Lucia Hohan, has since grown to operate internationally.

One of Hohan's designs was recognized by the 2022 NAACP Image Awards; her dress was worn by actress Logan Browning.[7]

Hohan is sold by stores across the world in New York City, London, Milan, Rome, Dubai, Istanbul, São Paulo and Singapore.[8]

Notes and References

  1. News: MARIA LUCIA HOHAN, DESIGNER OF EXQUISITE DRESSES, IS FINALLY ENJOYING HER RED-CARPET MOMENT. Doris Sangeorzan. November 4, 2011. Stylish City.
  2. News: Maria Lucia Hohan, designerul care a dus moda romaneasca pe covorul rosu din Cetatea Filmului. November 24, 2012. Perfecte.
  3. News: Beyonce’s ‘Lemonade’ a ‘Very Special Moment’ for the Designer Behind ‘Freedom’ Dress (Exclusive). Whitney Bauck. April 26, 2016. Billboard.
  4. News: Red Carpet Rewind! All of Katherine Heigl's Best Looks. Lindsey Sirera. November 13, 2014. E! News.
  5. News: Who Was Best Dressed at the Kids' Choice Awards?. Ella Stewart. April 2, 2012. E! News.
  6. News: Five RO entrepreneurs a week: Zebra Pay, Librarium, Papa La Soni, Maria Lucia Hohan, Pomello. March 30, 2012. Romania Insider.
  7. News: NAACP Image Awards 2022: Logan Browning’s Most Memorable Looks From The NAACP Image Awards. BET.
  8. News: Analysis: Romanians design for the stars. April 17, 2017. BR.