About Us

Just Raymona, NY. Corp. is the brainchild of Just Raymona, created in 1995. Just Raymona is a native of Richmond, Virginia. It is very easy to see where the quiet, understated elegance and inspiration derives from her clothing. Since the age of twelve, Raymona has been designing and making her own clothes. She started professionally doing alterations and tailoring in various upscale mens shops in Richmond, Virginia. At fourteen years of age, the first bridal gown and bridesmaid dresses were created for her first private client.

While completing studies at the American College of London and Atlanta, Just Raymona started modeling on the runway and studio work in various fashions in Paris, London, Milan, New York, etc. At the same time earning a Bachelor of Arts degree in Fashion Merchandising, she worked as a house mannequin for Londons foremost royal designer Emilio Pucci in addition to picking up notes, techniques and teachings from William Bill Travilla.

Upon coming to New York to live full time in 1986, Raymona became the admiral at the helm of Fahrenheit New York, women accessory company that was 3 months old at the time. She designed, produced and sold for the company before taking over as Production Manager. After leaving Fahrenheit, Just Raymona took on the daily operations of Debra Moises, Ltd. on Seventh Avenue. Handling the hectic pace of all phases of production; hiring and firing of employees, dealing with various contractors, as well as shipping and receiving. Just Raymona also handled all of New York's Specialty accounts! Though Debra Moises was both clothing and accessories. Though the hours were grueling, the experience in the 2 1/2 years were great and would prove to serve her well later as she embarked in this business on her own!

While at Debra Moises, Just Raymona in the evenings and on the weekends started blocking and designing millinery. Raymona was the only apprentice ever trained by Mr. Horace Weeks of Peter and Irving in Mr. Weeks 55 years of existence as a prominent force in the millinery industry. The millinery experience served well in landing freelance positions with David Inc., Eric Javits and Flipped Lids Inc., all leading millinery companies in New York City.

In 1995 Just Raymona NY. Corp., was born. While selling millinery to the likes of Bergdorf Goodman, Bonwit Teller, etc., Raymona took the custom bridal industry by storm! Raymona became known best for her one of a kind, elegant but functional bridal gowns, beading, laces, silks or satin at below major designer prices. In 1996 and 1997, Just Raymona, NY. Bridal gowns could be purchased exclusively at Brava Boutique in Forest Hills. Her bridal line was also introduced to the Japanese Apparel Market.

Raymona's first love (if asked) is leather and suede garments. Her one of kind creations in leather and suede leaves one breathless and wondering is that silk or jersey or... oh my it's leather!!! Her leather skills were perfected about 15 years ago. Four years were spent working with Sea Dream Leather and traveling three years for the North Beach Leather Stores. As designer, she over-saw the production of their Designer line and their one of kind pieces for the VIP client.

On November 8, 1997 at the Sculpture Gallery in the heart of East Village, the public was officially introduced to Just Raymona NY. She debuted her first custom showing to the likes of Vibe Magazine editor, the New York Times, the Daily News, Latina Magazine, a host of entertainment personalities and the recording industry. The night proved to be a wonderful success. So well received in fact, Just Raymona NY. is next showing was promoted and sponsored by an entertainment group.

In 1998, Raymona started patternmaking for the garment industry and up and coming designers. Now designers that need patternmaking services and samples made have a place to come to see their sketches come to life for their showrooms and the major shows. This year also issued in the Fashion Stylist division of the corporation. Raymona has been sought after for video wardrobes, personal artist imaging and even costumes for Broadway. Now entertainers can have a full look developed for work as well as play and even bridal when the play is just the beginning!

Finally after three years in development, en.v new york will make its long awaited debut! The Winter 2007, Spring and Summer 2008 look for en.v new york a fresh, innovative, sophisticated FULL FIGURED CLOTHING LINE. It's a full figured clothing line like no other. The clothing being mostly denims and cottons are for the mature 25 year old and older demographic. Specializing in sizes 14 to 24, full girls can now have the same style, fit and selection that for decades have only been offered in sizes 2 to 10. Check us out coming April 2008 at www.envnewyork.com.

Just Raymona is truly a tireless energetic spirited sister that is still on the move. But this is not quiet the middle of her journey! So keep an eye open, an ear to the word because Raymona is only half the way there. Her journey still has many roads to go down and turns to make And you can bet YOU WILL BE SEEING and HEARING ABOUT HER!.

ROSE HILL

Two heads are always better than one and with en.v new york, this is especially true! Miss Rose Hill is second in command and first cousin to Just Raymona. Residing in Dallas, Texas (born in Phoenix, Arizona), Miss Hill is President and head of South West and West Coast operations of en.v new york inc.

Miss Hill's fashion sense started early as well. She too, started sewing at home and decided to learn the real techniques by taking classes at a vocational school where she obtained a certificate in dressmaking. If asked they both will say it's in the blood. Rose and Just Ramona's grandmother spent a lifetime making all of her own clothing. The only difference Grandmamma made her clothes without patterns by hand!

With a Computer Science Degree, Miss Hill was sidetracked from fashion. Presently, Rose is a 20 years plus highly regarded Sales Associate at ATT headquarters in Texas. Always thinking of others, she's very outspoken about fairness and customer service. These are a few other people oriented traits that make Miss Hill a formidable Executive for this new fashion company. The proud mother of three boys ranging in ages from 25 to 8, Rose is truly no stranger to hard endless work. But this work (en.v new york) is one of joy and a lifetime accomplishment!

Rather Phoenix, Richmond, Dallas or Las Vegas, Rose has always been on the edge of fashion. She's well versed in finance which has been a key part in the successful launch of en.v new york! If ever asked, she will tell you; faith, perseverance, and patience can make anything happen.

"It brings me great pleasure knowing I had a hand in making a woman feel great because she looks fabulous. Great clothes can make a difference!" - Rose Hill, President