Born in Berkeley, California to artisan parents, Raquel Allegra built her eponymous fashion brand around a creative process of instinct, experiment and play. Her design career began naturally with the origination of a signature shredding technique, transforming recycled vintage tees from the Los Angeles County Prison System into full-length webbed cocoon shapes that introduced a new informal beauty to the fashion industry. Since 2009, the brand has matured from trademark shredded tees to include richly textured pieces in luxury materials like deerskin, linen, cashmere, and French lace. Inspired by strong women of all ages, Raquel Allegra maintains dedication to traditional artistry and craftsmanship, manufacturing and hand-dyeing everything in Los Angeles. The brand now spans over 200 retail locations globally and continues to champion sustainable practices while creating one-of-a-kind pieces that blend bohemian sensibility with sophisticated silhouettes.