Christian Audigier considered one of the most meteoric rises in fashion, Christian Audigier has parlayed his design experience and business acumen to become a true fashion icon and entreprenurial sensation in less than four years. Through his collection of international companies, he has launched nine popular brands with over sixty licences. He oversees an international conglomerate of his designer brands, including Ed HardyTM, Christian AudigierTM, SMETTM, Crystal RockTM, most recently C-Bar-ATM, Savoir FaireTM, Evel KnievelTM, Rock FabulousTM, and Paco ChicanoTM, this includes US and international wholesale distribution, US retail stores, as well as international retail stores.
Christian made his mark throughout the fashion industry after a fortuitous start at MacKeen Jeans. He contributed to succesful brands such as Diesel, Fiorucci, Bisou Bisou, Levi's, NafNaf and American Outfitters. Chritian's style is so distinctive that he is know as the "King of Jeans."
More recently, Christian threw his ingenuity behind Von DutchTM, where he catapulted the brand from obscurity into a household name. He single handedly created several trends, including the now famous trucker hat trend which could be seen on everyone from college students to high profile celebrities. Christian was responsible for putting Von DutchTM on the map, thus paving the way for his next great enterprise.
In 2004 Christian left Von DutchTM and preceeded to create and launch the wildly popular Ed HArdyTM brand. He was granted the exclusive rights to the designs of Don Ed Hardy, who is commonly referred to as the "Godfather of Tattoo." With Ed Hardy, Christian not only created a brand, but a lifestyle of street culture.
Christian has built a fervent following for his Ed Hardy and the eponymous Christian AudigierTM brands. Celebrities such as Madonna, Britney Spears and Kayne West, among others are frequently seen wearing his unique designs. His celebrity following includes more than 5000 celebrities, athletes and musicians of all genres.
In 2008, Christian announced his latest venture, When I Move, You MoveTM, the trade show, exclusively showcasing the entire family of Audigier brands. Included are the more than 60 licensees who produce everything from jewelry, skateboards, chocolate, wine, water, vodka, and even air fresheners.
Christian also branched out into the world of nightclubs, with the star studded opening of Christian Audigier The Nightclub at Treasure Island, in Las Vagas. His Rock 'n' Roll, Glam inspired style is celebrated throughout his namesake club, which includes works of art designed by Christian. It has quickly become the hottest spot on the Las Vagas Strip.
Christian Audigier, born in the city of Avignon, in the South of France, embodies and represents the pinnacle of success in achieving the American dream. He resides with his family in Los Angeles, California. His impressive list of accomplishments, shrewd business sense, and charismatic personality make him the global success that he is today.
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