Cosa Nostra by Jeffrey Sebelia

Year launched: 2007

The collection of 100 or so pieces is influenced, says Jeffrey Sebelia, by one of his favorite film heroines – Beatrice Dalle from the ’80s flick Betty Blue. Dalle’s playful, eclectic look is reflected in the line’s ruffled skirts, baggy blouses and ’40s-inspired silk dresses. He is best known as the winner of the third season of American reality show Project Runway.
Sebelia is a fashion designer and founder of the clothing label Cosa Nostra, which he heads from a loft on Broadway in downtown Los Angeles. He is best known as the winner of the third season of American reality show Project Runway. He recently launched Good Vig, a pretty (“but not girly”) contemporary women’s line, and his edgy label Cosa Nostra is growing. He still designs clothing for rock stars.