A Fashion
Jumpstart: called Herstory
Hilary Radley begins designing her first line. Her bold and distinctive style awards her the title as the nation's "Queen of Coats" by Miles Socha, editor of WWD and her catwalks are seen in the press alongside all the better brands.
Hilary Radley gets discovered and distributed by better stores across North America. The success is immediate and her title is confirmed.
The launch of the first New York showroom sets the stage for Hilary Radley’s expansion into the American market.
The brand is acclaimed and successfully branches out to other product categories that benefit from its strong brand identity and pertinent style guide.
Hilary Radley is recognized for her contributions to fashion and awarded with prestigious titles including: Designer of the Decade for the 1990's by Elle Canada (2000), Woolmark's Design Excellence Award (1987, 1988, 1990), Concordia University's John H. Molson School of Business Leadership Award (2002), and the Best Designer and Best Outerwear Designer Awards from the Fashion Export Awards presented during Toronto Fashion Week (2004).
Hilary Radley brand partners with Canadian company Mode Corwik, who gives the brand full expression with a new direction. Designed in Montreal, the brand continues to provide a collection for every moment of a women's life with functional and comfortable apparel.
