Guide Note

Alison Burns is an American bags and accessories designer. The company started in 2001 with Burns working out of her home with only three retailers purchasing her line. One year later she had 70 accounts that were selling her collections. And today Alison Burns, bags, belts and accessories can be found in over 250 boutiques world wide.

Alison Burns grew up in New York City, and at the age of 11 began designing and sewing her own handbags. Later Burns moved from New York to Southern California, there she developed her creative earthy style. As a young adult Burns moved back to New York, and hung out with drag queens and rock bands of the 70's and 80's which is reflected in almost all of her pieces.

Burns started out as a makeup artist, and worked in the industry for over 12 years before deciding to launch her own leather accessories company. In 2001 she designed her first handbag that she advertised on Good Day L.A.. Soon after the orders came flooding in and confirmed her success.

Alison Burns bags are worn by Burns former makeup client like, Heart, Nancy Sinatra, and Cyndi Lauper as well as celebrities like Kelly Osbourne, Paris Hilton, and Sarah Michelle Gellar.

Fast Facts

1. Home base: New York City
2. Created by: Allison Burns
3. Founded: 2001
4. Before being a fashion designer she was a make-up artist.
5. Her bags are sold in more than 250 boutiques all over the world