IAN is the new collection designed by Rozae Nichols. Launching in Spring 2010, the collection offers "essential wardrobe" pieces for a modern woman's lifestyle. IAN developed through the collaboration of shared aesthetics between two long time friends: Rozae Nichols and Stella Ishii of The News. Their mutual design sensibility, desire for a renewed simplicity and commitment to quality has inspired the minimal, strong and elemental styles that reveal a sensitivity and respect to a woman's individual style.

Deeply rooted in a timeless and simple philosophy, the collection brings a very cool yet elegant and understated sensibility to the contemporary customer. IAN does not target customers of a certain age; it is for confident women of all ages. The silhouettes are purposely spare, sensual and understated; entrusting the person who wears IAN to make it come alive in their own individual way. Ian is minimal though luxurious, and intelligently defined with a stylish and youthful sophistication.

Authenticity, classic silhouettes, modern elegance and ease are the subtle rules in this collection. Quintessential elements include cashmere, fluid jersey, architectural texture, leather and tropical wool. Attention to detail, from concept, cut, and refined construction, is the key to the unique look and integrity of the collection.

IAN is sold in specialty stores such as Opening Ceremony (LA, NY,Tokyo), Ikram in Chicago, Ron Herman in Los Angeles, Mario's in Seattle, Joan Shepp in Philadelphia and major department stores such as Barneys New York, Nordstroms Via C, and on-line retailers such as La Garconne. Internationally, IAN is carried by Harvey Nichols in HK, Feathers in London, Penelope in Italy.

*IAN is named after Rozae Nichol's husband who has inspired her throughout their 24 years together.*

Rozae Nichols has developed a distinct visual language that has earned her a following worldwide. Born in Los Angeles, Nichols worked as a designer in Paris and Los Angeles before launching Rozae Nichols in 1993.

In her debut collection, Nichols introduced elements that have since become her signature including marrow-edged leathers, collage of original prints and textiles, fused rubber seaming and extensive hand finishing.

Rozae's design approach reflects her California urban landscape; casual elegance, diverse in culture and rich in inspiration.

ROZAE R.N. is a decidedly lighthearted approach to dressing... a fearless mix of archival prints and modern shapes. Launched in 2010.

ROZAE NICHOLS the main collection is California chic, with an artisan approach, creating unique collectable pieces.