Be & D redefines the concept of American luxury with its seamless blend of old-world craftsmanship and modern creative vision. Be & D was founded in 2004 by Be Inthavong and Steve Dumain. Their first design, the "Garbo", became an international phenomenon and catapulted Be & D onto the scene as a new force in the luxury market. Be & D's atelier in New York's Garment Disctrict continues in the hands-on tradition of storied European luxury houses. It is here that the brand's day and evening bags, belts and small leather goods are designed and produced. In 2007, Be & D debuted their first shoe collection. Be & D has collaborated with ready-to-wear designers including Doo.Ri and Rachel Roy. Be & D is beloved by top editors, stylists and fashion influencers around the globe and has been photographed on celebrities such as Blake Lively, Leigh Lezak, Katy Perry, Mena Suvari, Kate Moss, Sienna Miller, Taylor Momsen, Leighton Meester, Eva Longoria, Liv Tyler, Jessica Biel and Katherine Heigl. The collection is carried at luxury boutiques and specialty retailers including Saks Fifth Avenue, Nordstrom, Lane Crawford, Harbey Nichols, Selfridges, Matches, Dover Street Market, Luisa Via Roma, Miss Louise, Apollinaire, Madison, Boutique 1, On Pedder, and Isetan.