After designing her own wedding gown when she was unable to find the perfect one, Annette Thurmon decided to pursue her dreams and started Chaviano Couture in the spring of 2009. Her collection debuted at New York Fashion week in 2010 and her company has continued to grow by launching new collections, being featured in magazines and even publishing a book, A Lifetime of Happiness.

After designing her own wedding gown when she was unable to find the perfect one, Annette Thurmon decided to pursue her dreams and started Chaviano Couture in the spring of 2009. Her collection debuted at New York Fashion week in 2010 and her company has continued to grow by launching new collections, being featured in magazines and even publishing a book, A Lifetime of Happiness.