Vanessa Bruno was born to be a fashion designer: Her mother was a Danish supermodel, and her father was the man behind French fashion house Emmanuelle. At age 24, after studying at the Paris-based fashion house Dorothée Bis, Bruno gave up her own modeling career to launch her first collection. Athé Vanessa Bruno, the designer's ready-to-wear line of clothing, shoes, and accessories, offers up designs ranging from chunky-knit sweaters and slouchy dresses to boho-inspired patchwork shoulder bags and cross-stitched cowboy booties. Expert tailoring and luxurious fabric choices have won Athé Vanessa Bruno fashion-industry accolades as well as a dedicated following among chic women who appreciate comfort as much as they love style.