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Submitting draft biography of Junny Ann Hibbert, notable Jamaican-American fashion designer featured in Essence, W Magazine, The Wall Street Journal, and NYFW. All content is supported by reliable, independent sources.
Junny Ann Hibbert is a Jamaican-American fashion designer and the founder of JUNNY, a Harlem-based fashion label known for its bold prints, inclusive sizing, and Afro-Caribbean influences. A former media executive, Hibbert transitioned into fashion design in the mid-2010s and gained broader recognition after showcasing her collections at New York Fashion Week (NYFW). Her work has been featured in publications including Essence, W Magazine, Nylon, and Women’s Wear Daily, and she has been recognized by Visa’s She’s Next in Fashion program and the Fashion Group International.
Early Life and Career Beginnings
[edit]Hibbert was born in Jamaica and raised by her mother, a seamstress who encouraged her interest in fashion. She later moved to the United States and built a career in media sales, serving as a director of sales at ESPN, where she led business development and strategic partnerships, including a collaboration between ESPN, IMG, and New York Fashion Week.[1] ESPN confirmed her leadership role in a 2011 internal feature.[2]
After being laid off from ESPN, Hibbert shifted her focus to fashion, a long-held personal interest shaped by her Caribbean upbringing and Harlem’s creative culture.
Fashion Career
[edit]Hibbert launched her label, JUNNY, in 2015, beginning with a single caftan design. Her work gained early attention for its distinctive use of texture, color, and inclusive silhouettes. In 2018, she participated in local showcases such as Fashion Night Uptown in Harlem.[3] In 2019, her designs were featured in The Wall Street Journal.[4]
In September 2021, Hibbert made her New York Fashion Week debut with the collection “Mama,” which paid tribute to her mother.[5] That same year, W Magazine included her in its list of emerging designers.[6]
Hibbert continued to present collections at NYFW, including “Kingston 7 Yaad” in February 2022, which drew inspiration from dancehall culture and the energy of Jamaican neighborhoods.[7] She later returned with “PAUSE,” focused on emotional storytelling.[8] Later that year, Vogue covered her appearance at a CFDA cocktail event.[9]
In 2023, she was featured by Art on the Ave NYC as part of their “West Harlem: Where Art Lives” initiative.[10]
Recognition and Awards
[edit]In 2022, Hibbert was named a finalist in the Fashion Group International’s Rising Star Awards.[11] That same year, she received a grant from Visa’s inaugural “She’s Next in Fashion” program, which supports women entrepreneurs in the fashion industry.[12]
In 2023, she was selected as a fellow by the James Weldon Johnson Foundation, which recognizes artists working at the intersection of culture and social impact.[13]
Design Style and Philosophy
[edit]Hibbert’s collections are known for bold prints, vibrant palettes, and inclusive silhouettes. She describes her brand as rooted in “sacred softness” and “radical joy.”[14] She stated in an interview, “I want to create bold, intentional pieces that reflect who we are and where we come from.”[15]
Media Coverage
[edit]Her work has appeared in publications including Essence, W Magazine, Nylon, Women’s Wear Daily, The Wall Street Journal, and HuffPost. She was also mentioned by The Root in 2021.[16] Internationally, she was profiled by the Jamaica Observer.[17]
Other Media and Appearances
[edit]Hibbert has wardrobe and costume design credits in film and television.[18]
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