“The art to cutting a perfect silhouette: It’s not all about what the fabric covers but how it frames what's left bare.” — Robin PicconeBilled as the "Queen of Neoprene",Robin Piccone revolutionized the swimwear industry from her tiny design studio in Venice, California with her innovative use of neoprene. As the creator of BODY GLOVE swimwear in 1986, Piccone was Inspired by wetsuits and her native SoCal surf culture. Her sleek body-conscious suits with their distinct neon color blocking, marked a turning point in swimwear design. Piccone's athletic, body conscious styles instantly became a fashion classic, widely imitated throughout the the years. The Costume Institute of the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s permanent collection includes two of her original neoprene swimsuits. For her achievements in changing the swimwear landscape, Piccone was honored with the California Designer of the Year award. Piccone launched her signature label in 1992. Her collection is known for luxurious fabrics and attention to detail. ROBIN PICCONE makes swimsuits fit like a glove and flatter curves without relying entirely on briefness to create a cutting edge look.A longtime member of the Council of Fashion Designers of America (www.cfda.com), Robin Piccone is the recipient of numerous awards and honors, including the City of Hope Spirit of Life Award for her efforts related to fundraising for early research in pediatric AIDS. She is also a mentor to students at Otis College of Art and Design.