After more than two decades designing women's clothing for his signature brand, ABS by Allen Schwartz, L.A.-based fashion designer Allen Schwartz has developed a reputation for near-clairvoyance in predicting the next big thing in ready-to-wear. Born in Brooklyn, Schwartz uses vivid colors and original statement prints to inject an element of California cool into his evening dresses, swimwear, jewelry, and premium denim for work and play. Cofounded by Schwartz and Armand Marciano, ABS by Allen Schwartz enjoys a loyal celeb following that includes Jennifer Hudson and Catherine Zeta-Jones.