Casey Sue

Casey Sue Douglass was born and raised in Eureka, California among the beautiful redwoods and some of the finest outdoor landscapes California has to offer. A sewing class in high school fueled her interest in clothing design, along with the psychological factors that make an individual wearer feel good about themselves. After the class, she experimented with clothing reconstruction from garments purchased at thrift stores until her diligence and passion for clothing allowed her to begin designing on her own, about four years ago.

Since then, she has completed her Associates Degree in Art for Fashion Design from American River College and is continually motivated to succeed while soaking up all that life has to offer. During her college studies, she was inspired by great professors and learning experiences like being the Vice President of the ARC Fashion club and trips to Italy and New York with her classmates for fashion related tours. Casey Sue is honored to have been able to participate in several fashion shows including two Sacramento Fashion Week events and she was chosen to display her designing abilities through an illustrated picture of what would Maria Shiver possibly wear to the Governors ball.

Now, Casey Sue’s long-term goals include achieving a BA at California State University of Sacramento, after which she hopes to continue her education in none other than the Big Apple. Casey Sue’s designs are full of life and independent of mainstream norms. They are intended to appeal to girls who challenge limitations and step out of the boundaries of what is comfortable to create their own style and make their own statement.

For Sacramento Fashion Week 2012, Casey Sue blends fabrics and prints that remind her of her roots in Humboldt County with colors that evoke the retro eighties in a sleek and shapely design. In addition to these aesthetics, her new line RoughFools also pays homage to the confidence and femininity of classic beauties such as Coco Chanel and Jackie O!