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| Submission declined on 25 October 2023 by Spinster300 (talk). This submission's references do not show that the subject qualifies for a Wikipedia article—that is, they do not show significant coverage (not just passing mentions) about the subject in published, reliable, secondary sources that are independent of the subject (see the guidelines on the notability of people). Before any resubmission, additional references meeting these criteria should be added (see technical help and learn about mistakes to avoid when addressing this issue). If no additional references exist, the subject is not suitable for Wikipedia.
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Comment: I do not see any independent notability outside of her brand. A casual Google search also brings up more leads on her brand label of the same name than her (as an individual). Please disambiguate and find at least 3 sources that cover the subject in depth. Kind regards, Spinster300 (talk) 11:26, 25 October 2023 (UTC).
Robin Piccone | |
|---|---|
| Alma mater | Los Angeles Trade and Technical College |
| Occupation | Fashion Designer |
| Organization | Piccone Apparel |
| Known for | Swimwear Design |
| Notable work | Neoprene Swimwear |
Robin Piccone is an American fashion designer known for pioneering the use of neoprene in her scuba style swimwear under the Body Glove label.[1][2][3]
Piccone has been affectionately referred to as the "Queen of Neoprene".[4][5]
Early life[edit]
Piccone raised in Los Angeles, California where she developed a passion for design at a young age.[6]
She attended Beverly Vista elementary school and graduated from Beverly Hills High School before enrolling at Los Angeles Trade Technical College, where she graduated with honors winning 5 out of six gold thimbles and one silver.[6]
Career[edit]
Her first job was with swimwear company Cole of California, after which she relocated to New York to design for Bobbie Brooks.[6]
The Body Glove brand was known primarily to divers and surfers until 1985, when Piccone licensed a line of swimsuits.[7][8] Her designs quickly gained popularity and a devoted following.[9]
In 1985 she established her own company at the age 24 in her garage in Venice California.[6][7] Piccones swimsuits in her debut collection became instant icons of 80’s style, widely imitated throughout the swimwear industry landing her several magazine covers. Through Piccones association with Patricia Field, she was introduced to RuPaul for whom she designed swimwear and gowns. In 1990 she began her namesake collection, which she continues to this day.[7][10]
Piccone has served as a mentor to students at Otis College of Art and Design until 2010.[10][11]
Recognitions and community involvement[edit]
Piccone is an active member of the CFDA (Council of Fashion Designers of America).[10]
She actively engages in community involvement and contributes to fundraising projects for pediatric AIDS research at the City of Hope National Medical Center.[10] She was honored by City of Hope National Medical Center as "woman of the year" in 1990.[10][12] Piccone was nominated twice and won the California Designer of the Year award.[12]
Piccones swimwear is in the permanent collection of the Costume Institute of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. Her innovative use of neoprene fabric resulted in the exhibition of two of her original neoprene suits and a mini skirt.[6]
References[edit]
- ^ "Modernist swimwear designer Robin Piccone has turned a retro rental house into an old-fashion family haven". August 1997. Retrieved 15 April 2024.
- ^ "Designer Robin Piccone's Business is Family Affair". Retrieved 15 April 2024.
- ^ "Faishion Indistry Gets the Message". Retrieved 15 April 2024.
- ^ "Fashion 88 Swimwear Designer Finds Neon-Bright Future in Neoprene". ProQuest 292879246. Retrieved 15 April 2024.
- ^ ""Queen of Neoprene" achieves fine balance". Retrieved 15 April 2024.
- ^ a b c d e Turk, Rose-Marie (1994-09-22). "Robin Piccone Rides the Next Wave : The Queen of Neoprene just can't stop creating. She's designing a Guess? line--and running her own successful firm". Los Angeles Times.
- ^ a b c Farr, Louise (1996-07-11). "ROBIN PICONE SETS NEW DESIGNS". WWD.
- ^ "Body Glove International LLC | Encyclopedia.com". www.encyclopedia.com.
- ^ Ryder, Caroline (2009-05-24). "When the beach arrived". Los Angeles Times.
- ^ a b c d e "Robert Piccone". cfda.com.
- ^ "Past Mentors". Otis College of Art and Design.
- ^ a b Miller, Linda (1990-05-20). "Woman of the Year". The Oklahoman.
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