men's hand illustrations (circa 1995) 

men's hand illustrations (circa 1995) 

 

Get to know

     Jason Rovnak was born and raised in Millbrook, New York.  He studied Fashion Design & Presentation at the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York City.  While focusing on his studies, Jason was also an intern at Anne Klein.  In early 1995, at the height of the urban apparel trend, some of his men's illustrations were faxed to Tommy Hilfiger.  Three interviews later, this was where Jason began his design career.

     Exploring the design of multiple men's categories every few years, including wholesale Cut & Sew Knits, Sweaters, Golf (Lic. Oxford Industries), Men's Underwear & Sleepwear (Lic. Jockey), Jason discovered his passion for every facet of the accessory market in 2003.  For the next thirteen years he would oversee all accessory categories within Tommy Hilfiger Women's & Men's Wholesale (Licensed) & Retail.  Category proficiencies include: Watches/Jewelry (Movado), Eye/Sunwear (Safilo), Footwear (Marc Fisher), Belts/SLG (Randa), Luggage & Outerwear (G-III), Dress Shirts/Neckwear/Cold Weather (PVH), Tailored Clothing (Marcraft), and Men's Wholesale Sportswear (Macy's) & Retail (2014-2016).

     Jason's interests range from gardening and cycling, to international travel, and collecting vintage Japanese Boro cloth.  He is the great-grandson of renowned muralist Vincent Maragliogti.  Jason resides in the West Village, in New York City.