David Meister is an esteemed American designer known for his sophisticated, yet body conscious, women’s wear. David’s dresses, evening wear and couture red carpet designs have graced the contours of socialites and celebrities. Alicia Keys, Diane Lane, Fergie, Tina Fey, Elizabeth Hurley and Sharon Stone are just a few contemporary thinking, fashion personas who have all chosen David Meister for the Red Carpet moments of their lives.

As a young child in Cincinnati, David was heavily influenced by style-conscious TV shows such as Sonny & Cher, which fueled his aspiration of becoming a fashion designer. Thankfully, his love affair with color and strong fashion opinions was encouraged by his parents, who recognized his keen eye for fashion at the tender age of four. During those formative years, David sketched evening wear designs which laid the foundation for what was to come.

After graduating Magna Cum Laude from the University of Cincinnati College of Design, Art, Architecture and Planning, David struggled to live in New York City to turn his dream into reality. Early in his career, it was at Danskin, the original bodywear company, that he learned the magic of stretch in fabrication and how it can be used to masterfully perfect a woman’s curves, glamour, and aura. He was far ahead of his time and today stretch properties are incorporated into all his fabrications and designs. Head designer posts followed at various major labels in New York and Los Angeles. The architecture and style of these two fashion imbued cities provided him with inspiration and innovative approaches to his work. The interplay between ease and sophistication can be found in every design he creates.

In November 1998, Meister joined forces with a Californian division of Kellwood Company, to create a signature evening collection. Five months later, he premiered his first fall line, a compilation of modern, eveningwear. Filled with rich color, luxurious fabrics and strong, clean silhouettes, the David Meister collection was borne. It was an enormous success. This led to the introduction of his daytime dress collection in spring 2000. Shortly thereafter, a pivotal point in his career occurred when David moved his company into the illustrious 550 7th Avenue building. His showroom and his designs now reside in one of the most notable high-rise buildings on the famed “Fashion” Avenue in New York City. David is also a member of the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA). In August 2009, David launched David Meister Signature an exclusive collection for world renowned retailer Bergdorf Goodman.

Currently, David resides in Los Angeles with his partner Alan Siegel of Alan Siegel Entertainment and Evil Twin Productions and their invisible dog Petey. Neiman Marcus, Bloomingdales and Saks Fifth Avenue are top venues for David Meister Collections.