Michael De Paulo has been designing gowns and dresses ever since he was a child. After graduating with a Masters In Architecture, De Paulo decided to pursue his passion for fashion. He started his own fashion label Michael De Paulo Couture featuring couture cocktail and evening dresses.

De Paulo garnered the attention of the renowned fashion legend, Joan Kaner who offered him quality advice (after reviewing fashion sketches) in pursuing his dream. After a substantial phone conversation she told him “to believe in himself”. With those words in mind De Paulo eagerly designed a collection for spring 2006 entitled “Tropical Endeavor”. The collection was composed of nine colorful and detail oriented designs including a red lace mermaid gown backed by aqua charmeuse. Since that time, De Paulo has designed five couture collections capturing the eye of buyers and press alike. He has built up a roster of finer stores including Saks Fifth Avenue that sell his couture creations. Also, to his credit he has been published in various fashion publications and style features including Women’s Wear Daily.

His couture gowns have been adorned by celebrities including Gina Tagnoli who recently won best supporting actress at this year’s Daytime Emmy Awards in De Paulo Couture.