About Michelle...

Michelle Palmer is a highly acclaimed fashion designer based in New York City. She lives between her home with her daughter in Brooklyn Heights and her design studio in NYC's historic Garment District.

Michelle found her way into fashion through her creation of hats, headpieces and wearable art, beginning in 2013. Her talent landed her a year in her own exclusive shop on 37th Street and 8th Avenue through a grant from an arts nonprofit. Michelle's work quickly gained notoriety and was featured in major NYFW shows and on international stages. 

Michelle's talent for clothing design was discovered by Gilbert Gilmore, NYC's top garment producer, when he walked by her shop and saw the garments she'd made to pair with her headpieces. He recognized a "once in a generation" talent and helped her perfect her garment designs for women everywhere. He introduced Michelle to Klauber Laces, a lace company founded in 1859. Klauber was deeply moved by the garments Michelle was designing with their lace. They asked to join the venture, and Michelle Palmer Design LLC was born. 

The combination of Gilbert Gilmore's expertise in making the best clothing in the US, Klauber Lace's gorgeous and sustainably produced fabrics, and Michelle's rare design talent, is the foundation of our company. We consider ourselves to be a little family, supportive and cooperative. We are looking at ways to make our venture low or free from plastic, and then to share that innovative mindset with other fashion companies. Stay tuned for more information about our work in this area. 

Above all Michelle seeks to serve women who want to feel empowered and feminine, glamorous yet comfortable, as they balance elements like career, motherhood, social life, travel and more. The elevated goddess vibes of her headpieces are present in her garments, but in a way that translates effortlessly to all aspects of life.