Vanessa Traina
Stylist
The consultant, stylist and creative director oversaw the product line-up at luxury lifestyle store The Line.
Vanessa Traina is a brand consultant and fashion stylist whose clients include Altuzarra, Brock Collection, Frame, Khaite, Moda Operandi, Rodin Olio Lusso and Tiffany & Co.
The daughter of American author Danielle Steel, Traina grew up in San Francisco before moving to Malibu to attend Pepperdine University. Early in her career she worked for Carine Roitfeld at Vogue Paris and subsequently moved to New York where she assisted stylist Marie-Amélie Sauvé. She was also a contributing editor to T: The New York Times Style Magazine under its then editor-in-chief, Sally Singer . Traina has modelled for brands including Louis Vuitton and became a Chanel beauty ambassador in 2009.
From 2013 through 2019 Traina was the executive creative director of Assembled Brands and its curated lifestyle store, The Line, which closed its doors in 2019.
Traina currently lives in New York City with her husband Charlie, and her two sons.
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Why Khaite Is Killing It
While others are abandoning New York Fashion Week, designer Catherine Holstein is using the platform to her advantage, one of the many ways she stands out in a competitive luxury market.
Why Khaite Is Killing It
While others are abandoning New York Fashion Week, designer Catherine Holstein is using the platform to her advantage, one of the many ways she stands out in a competitive luxury market.
Amid Changes at The Line, Parent Company Raises $100 Million
Assembled Brands, which finances early stage ventures, will focus on funding consumer-product startups, with the intent of extending far beyond fashion.
Amid Changes at The Line, Parent Company Raises $100 Million
Assembled Brands, which finances early stage ventures, will focus on funding consumer-product startups, with the intent of extending far beyond fashion.
The RealReal’s First Permanent Store Will Mix Consignment with Community
Opening in New York on Friday, the shop will feature over 400 new pieces every day, as well as valuation services, drinks and monthly installations from outside partners.
The RealReal’s First Permanent Store Will Mix Consignment with Community
Opening in New York on Friday, the shop will feature over 400 new pieces every day, as well as valuation services, drinks and monthly installations from outside partners.
The Business of Apartment Stores
Luxury brands and retailers have been transforming stores into home-like spaces to build deeper connections with customers. Now fast-fashion is following suit.
The Business of Apartment Stores
Luxury brands and retailers have been transforming stores into home-like spaces to build deeper connections with customers. Now fast-fashion is following suit.
In US, Independent Stores Stage a Comeback
The 2008 financial crisis put many local American retailers out of business, but the survivors are now stronger than ever.
In US, Independent Stores Stage a Comeback
The 2008 financial crisis put many local American retailers out of business, but the survivors are now stronger than ever.
At Once Familiar and New, Khaite Is a Study in Contrast
This month, our Spotlight shines on New York-based designer Catherine Holstein, whose Assembled Brands-backed label Khaite has attracted 50 influential stockists in its first 18 months.
At Once Familiar and New, Khaite Is a Study in Contrast
This month, our Spotlight shines on New York-based designer Catherine Holstein, whose Assembled Brands-backed label Khaite has attracted 50 influential stockists in its first 18 months.
The Business of Fashion Celebrates ‘America’
Industry leaders gathered together at a dinner to fête the latest special print edition examining the business of fashion in America.
The Business of Fashion Celebrates ‘America’
Industry leaders gathered together at a dinner to fête the latest special print edition examining the business of fashion in America.
#BoF500 — The New Class: Retailers
The best retailers curate and dramatise fashion collections to excite consumers to buy.
#BoF500 — The New Class: Retailers
The best retailers curate and dramatise fashion collections to excite consumers to buy.
The New Front Row
BoF talks to PR powerhouse KCD to break down the new rules of seating arrangements through the lens of one of New York Fashion Week’s hottest shows: Proenza Schouler.
The New Front Row
BoF talks to PR powerhouse KCD to break down the new rules of seating arrangements through the lens of one of New York Fashion Week’s hottest shows: Proenza Schouler.
Could Altuzarra Become the Next Great American Brand?
Designer Joseph Altuzarra has gone from being a buzzy newcomer to a major contender. How far can his label go?
Could Altuzarra Become the Next Great American Brand?
Designer Joseph Altuzarra has gone from being a buzzy newcomer to a major contender. How far can his label go?
What is The BoF 500?
The people shaping the global fashion industry, curated by the editors of The Business of Fashion, based on nominations and on-the-ground intelligence from around the world.
