User:Crystalroseluv/BUDDY by Violet Valen

BUDDY SOCIETY is a one-of-a-kind teddy bear women's apparel line based in Los Angeles, CA.

BUDDY was founded in 2004, as Violet Valen was customizing her wardrobe's hoodies to meet her busy lifestyle. BUDDY, a bear, is companion that tags along by being incorporated into wearable fashion designs. BUDDY officially debuted in a 2005 fashion show that featured Season One Project Runway model winner Julia Beynon.

All pieces are made by hand using new and vintage fabrics and bears unearthed from scouring antique and thrift stores.

Violet is married to Chris Manak, aka Peanut Butter Wolf.