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Bio
Inspired by the golden Age of Hollywood, Octavio Carlin introduces an accessibly glamorous line for women who want to feel elegant, desirable, and who aren’t afraid of being noticed.
His dresses, made from exquisite fabrics, with well-chosen details, have become his signature. His designs are influenced by architecture: streamlined Art Deco, super-modern structures, Egyptian motifs. Carlin has designed and dressed starlets and hipsters in both LA and Mexico, including Sharon Stone, Paris Hilton and Roselyn Sanchez.
Octavio Carlin first started designing in 1998. Upon graduating from FIDM, he worked as a costume designer for Disney, creating costumes for many of the Disney shows and music videos, designed under the label Naquada. In 2006, he launched his eponymous line, Octavio Carlin and opened a boutique and design studio in Los Feliz, where he developed a loyal clientele for whom he custom-designed evening and bridal pieces.
He re-launched his ready-to-wear collection in 2011. His RTW collection shows the same exacting attention to detail as his custom designs, as well as a mastery of fabric, with pieces that artfully combine silk, jersey, satin, and novelty fabrics. He creates affordable, figure-friendly, flattering pieces, that are structured, yet allow ease of use and wearability.
Octavio Carlin lives in Hollywood, where he’s an active member of the L.A. Conservancy, working to preserve old Hollywood and film restoration.
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Japanese Pop Star, Remah in Octavio Carlin
Japanese pop sensation, Remah, formerly known as Zoey, has taken the Japanese music industry by storm. Now, with her current single, “More, More,” she is on her way to making her mark in the USA. What’s the next step for her? Why filming a music video fot her next single, “Rain,” where she rocks our
And We’re on Bisous Magazine!
Love the vibe of this magazine, catering to uncovering and sharing the coolest fashion trends that resonate in all of us. And of course, we’re more than ecstatic to be featured in it. Check out the gorgeous pale pink silk dress-that’s an Octavio Carlin design!
From Interior Design to Fashion Design
Bet you didn’t know Octavio first wanted to be an interior designer. Watch as he tells stylist, Ali Levine, how he started his love affair with fashion.
See “Herb Ritts: LA Style” at The Getty
Instead of doing the same old boring thing this weekend, stop by the The Getty Museum and visit the Herbert Ritts exhibit. See the photographic genius of the man who revolutionized fashion photography while showcasing the magnificent brilliance of Los Angeles. See his work that modernized the nude and made celebs into cultural icons. See
Check Out Our Feature on Blur Art Magazine!
Lovin’ the way they styled our jacket (from the Fall/Winter 2012 collection) with an embellished mesh dress, floppy hat, and colorful accessories! This outfit looks like a work of Art! Thanks for the awesome feature & photo, Blur Art Magazine!
Octavio Carlin Does Bridal
Bet you didn’t know that Octavio is a wiz with wedding gowns. Actually, it’s not that hard to believe. The man is obviously a dress master so it didn’t take clients long to realize that he can transfer his talents to making their wedding gowns too. Now if you’re into the puffy princess style dresses,
So Much To Look Forward To
As you know, we are opening up an atelier and I could not be happier and more excited. It’s exactly what we need to make the Octavio Carlin brand re-launch complete. New logo, new collections, and new location. Some of you may have been familiar with the older space we had in Los Feliz. Although
Elegant, Classy, Modern, and Edgy
It’s no secret that Octavio Carlin is more than just a designer and a fashion aficionado. He’s a lover of the Arts, History, and the Old Hollywood culture of the 1920′s. Art Deco, silent films, and flapper fashions continually inspire Octavio, in conjunction with his strong appreciation for clean modern architecture. What comes about is
Octavio Carlin Atelier Coming Soon!
Atelier: French word for “workshop”, and in English is used principally for the workshop of an artist in the fine or decorative arts. It’s official! Octavio Carlin signed the lease to a space that will house his amazing collection of women’s ready-to-wear and evening gowns. It will also double as his workshop where he will
Paris Looks Like A Princess In Her Octavio Carlin Gown
Octavio not only works his magic with his RTW line of daytime and evening dresses. He also is a wiz in creating custom gowns. In fact, he caught the attention of the world’s most famous heiress, Paris Hilton. See Paris wearing this beautiful yellow gown, inspired by her childhood favorite Disney princess, Belle. The Hollywood
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Contact
Tel. 323-667-1423
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