Joann Chan is the creator and designer of Grandstand Fashion, a vintage inspired women's wear line. Her creations are inspired by all things glamour, vintage, modern, feminine, unique, and fun. She was born in Brooklyn, NY and raised in Miami, FL since she was 5. She has always been creative and has a passionate for art.
At age 9 she sketched her first design, and it was brought to life by her Grandmother who was a professional seamstress. After that she knew she had a perspective of fashion that couldn't be found in any stores. She later discovered she had inherited an innate ability to sew from her Grandmother.
Joann Chan began creating outfits for herself, and others began to take interest in her style and fashion. Later she found herself creating custom designs for friends, acquaintances, and family to enjoy. It has been extremely fulfilling for her to witness her designs bring joy to them and for them to feel vibrant and beautiful. She knew this was her destiny and purpose. The goal is to make each one of her customers feel unique, comfortable, stylish, and conspicuous in her distinct and timeless designs.
Carrie Price Cunningham-designer of "IKraveFashionHouse"-started sewing when she was just a little girl around the age of 11. She began asking her mom for a sewing machine to mend her dad’s work clothing. Her mom thought she was “crazy” but finally, decided to purchase a sewing machine, and Carrie made a seam which appeared to be a natural gift for her. Her mom was wowed by it as Carrie was sewing on her own while doing other household chores. In addition, her parents also supported her in other endeavors.
Carrie is a natural artist. Alongside designing fashion, she is also a jewelry crafter. Many will say she is a “renaissance woman". While in high school, her parents sent her to the Barbizon Model School after they realized she had a real knack for fashion and making her own clothing. Carrie embarked on redesigning her shoes by adding colorful stones, rhinestones, and studs. While attending Barbizon, she learned more about fashion, etiquette, how to walk as a model, gracefulness, poise, and makeup application. By the age of 29, she made her first wedding gown. It was beautifully designed with layers of ruffles and beaded bodice. Carrie craves fashion, and she always will.
Carrie Price Cunningham
From left to right: Designer Joann Chan, two models
