Rachel Jays is a New Orleans-based fashion designer sewing for over a decade. Her love of sewing, inspired by her grandmother, lead for her to get a degree in Apparel Design from Louisiana State University. While in school, she attended a shoe design summer intensive at the University of Arts London; and did a design internship with Suzanne Rae, a Brooklyn-based fashion designer. After graduation, she began working with Suzanne Perron St. Paul who specializes in bridal, evening wear, and Mardi Gras royalty. Starting with hand work and basic sewing, Jays worked her way up to Production Manager in the four years she was with Perron St. Paul. In that time, Jays became proficient in pattern making, draping, and managing projects. After leaving Perron St. Paul, Rachel Jays freelanced with Hunter Bell NYC, and started designing and creating under her own name.