TEEN VOGUE Fashion University 2008

Jessie Randall was inspired as a young girl by her stylish grandmother's chic, understated aesthetic. This early influence combined with Jessie's innate appreciation for subtle, feminine elegance is what defines her collection Loeffler Randall.

In 1998, after graduating from the University of Virginia, Jessie moved to New York and met Brian Murphy, an Art Director, who is now her husband and business partner. A creative spirit himself, Brian encouraged Jessie to follow her heart and pursue her love of fashion. After studying fashion design at Parsons and F.I.T., Jessie worked under Katayone Adeli, a designer whose strong, modern design sensibility she admired. It was later, during her tenure at Gap Inc., that Jessie began to focus on her first passion, accessories design.

Loeffler Randall was born out of Jessie's quest to find the shoes that she wanted to wear but could not find - shoes that possessed an understated elegance, were well made, and undeniably feminine. With this distinct point of view, Jessie and Brian saw an opportunity to bring something new to the shoe market. Loeffler Randall debuted for Fall/Winter 2005, with Jessie designing the collection and Brian responsible for branding and marketing. The collection was an instant success, with styles like the signature Matilde flat boot quickly becoming a staple among fashion editors and celebrities alike. Loeffler Randall's mix of refined sophistication and downtown cool filled a niche in the shoe market and was embraced both critically and commercially.

Loeffler Randall continues to grow each season with over 200 accounts worldwide. The collection is carried by many of the world's finest retailers including Bergdorf Goodman, Louis Boston, and Le Bon Marche. It can also be found in luxury department stores Neiman Marcus and Barneys New York, among others.

Building on the company's success, Loeffler Randall added handbags for Fall/Winter 2006 and in the same year Jessie was nominated for the Swarovski Perry Ellis CFDA award for emerging accessories talent. For Fall/Winter 2007, Loeffler Randall debuted their ready-to-wear collection to immediate praise. This past June, Jessie was thrilled to win the CFDA Swarovski Award for Accessory Design and just weeks later give birth to two healthy and happy twin boys, Liam and Casper.

*To apply, you must be between the ages of 16 and 22 by October 1, 2008. A State I.D. will be required at event check-in. Ticket price is subject to tax and a processing fee, and does not include airfare, hotel accommodations or meals. Application must be received by August 31, 2008. Applicants will be notified by September 15, 2008. No high school or college credit earned. All appearances subject to change.