At City Studio® Dress, our mission is to help young women shine confidently in affordable, stylish dresses for every occasion. For over 25 years, we have been committed to providing the latest trendy yet timeless junior dresses so girls can step out in style without breaking the bank.
Our Story
The City Studio® brand was founded in 1995 by a mother-daughter team who shared a passion for fashion. Janet was a seamstress who designed and created beautiful dresses for her daughter Emily to wear to parties and school events. Emily loved being able to express her personal style through her mom’s designs, which always perfectly matched the latest trends while keeping costs low.
The pair began selling a few of the extra dresses to Emily’s friends, who all raved about the affordable prices and cute styles. Within a couple years, demand grew enough that Janet and Emily decided to turn their hobby into a full-fledged business. They officially established City Studio® Dresses and began offering their unique dress collections to young women everywhere.
Over the decades, our mother-daughter team has worked tirelessly to expand the City Studio® product line while retaining the signature style and value that our customers love. We track the latest junior dress trends so we can quickly translate them into our designs. At the same time, we focus on timeless styles that never go out of fashion. From homecoming and prom dresses to casual everyday wear, our collection has something flattering and fun for every occasion.
While the founding duo has since retired, they passed the business down to Emily’s daughter, Julia, who continues to uphold the company vision and commitment to quality. Under Julia’s leadership, City Studio® has grown into a thriving national brand, though we remain dedicated to our close-knit roots. Our headquarters is still located in the same town where Janet and Emily sewed their first dresses.
Our Design Philosophy
The City Studio® design philosophy balances affordability, quality, and style. We aim to fill the void between budget fast fashion brands and prohibitively expensive designer labels. Our target customer is the smart, value-driven young woman who cares about appearance but has real-world budget constraints.
We pride ourselves on offering the lowest possible prices without ever compromising on quality. Our talented team of in-house designers carefully select fabrics that are durable yet soft and comfortable. They follow current trends while considering versatility, fit, and everyday wearability. We use high-quality construction techniques like clean finished seams, reinforced straps, and concealed back zippers. The result is a collection of junior dresses that look and feel much more expensive than their accessible price tags.
Staying ahead of the latest junior dress trends is a top priority for our designers. They find inspiration from celebrity looks, New York fashion week runways, and street style blogs. Then they interpret the most flattering and fun elements into our own signature creations. We respond rapidly to emerging trends, adding new styles to our online collection every week.
At the same time, our design team understands the importance of timeless fashion. We incorporate classic silhouettes and fabrics that transcend seasons and trends. Figure-flattering details like empire waists and A-line skirts have staying power. Our solid black dresses easily transition from day to night, while versatile prints mix and match with different accessories. These styles have longevity in a young woman’s closet.
Our Commitment to Customers
Since the very beginning, City Studio® has committed to helping our customers look and feel their best. We strive to create an enjoyable, rewarding shopping experience built on great products, value, and service.
We know shopping for special occasion dresses can feel stressful, especially for teenage girls on a budget. That’s why we offer a vast selection of on-trend juniors dresses in the most popular styles like skater dresses, bodycon dresses, and party dresses in short and long lengths. With hundreds of options at affordable prices, girls can find the perfect prom, homecoming, or party dress for any event.
To ensure a great fit, our dresses are available in an inclusive range of sizes from XS to XXL. Customers can reference our detailed size charts to determine their best match. We also provide measurement information like dress length, sleeve length, and waist position. Models of all heights showcase our dresses online so girls can visualize the proportions on different body types.
Our U.S.-based customer service team strives to deliver friendly, responsive support via phone, email, and online chat. We stand behind every product with a quality guarantee and easy returns.
From everyday wear to homecoming to weddings, customers trust City Studio® dresses to make them look fabulous without going over budget. We listen to their feedback and continuously improve to exceed expectations.
Our Manufacturing Process
To produce on-trend dresses at accessible price points, City Studio® operates an extremely efficient, vertically integrated manufacturing process. We exercise control and oversight starting from design concept through production and distribution.
Everything begins in our U.S. design studio, where our team researches the latest fashion and creates original dress concepts. Once they settle on a lineup with market potential, we fabricate material samples and produce a small run to evaluate fit, quality and appeal. The most promising dresses move forward into wider manufacturing.
We work closely with our network of long-term fabric suppliers to procure high quality, affordable textiles in bulk. We build strong partnerships based on ethical practices and fair pricing. For quick turnaround on latest trends, we keep certain fabrics readily available at our suppliers’ warehouses.
Our experienced manufacturing facilities are located close to our U.S. headquarters, which allows hands-on quality control. We perform audits and inspections at multiple checkpoints in the production process, rejecting any dresses that don’t meet our high standards.
Once dresses pass all checks, our streamlined distribution system delivers them to our nationwide network of retail partners. We also fulfill online orders directly from our warehouses. Thisvertical integration enables rapid replenishment so we can quickly react to high demand styles.
At every stage, we leverage technology to boost productivity, lower costs, and get the latest fashions into our customers’ closets faster. Our data-driven approach reduces waste and overhead. The savings get passed down to our customers in the form of incredibly affordable prices.
The City Studio® Difference
With hundreds of junior dress brands in the market, we understand the importance of differentiating the City Studio® experience. Here are some of the unique advantages we offer:
- On-trend style: Our team translates the latest runway and red carpet looks into wearable dresses for real girls. We add new styles and options every single week.
- Affordable prices: Our dresses cost a fraction of the price of department stores and specialty boutiques, typically ranging from $20 to $60. Sales and clearance deals offer even lower prices.
- Quality construction: From fabric selection to seams and straps, our dresses are made to last through countless wearings and washings.
- Flattering fits: With options from XS to XXL in curated shapes designed for juniors, we help girls find the perfect fit for their body.
- Versatile selections: Our dress collection ranges from casual daytime styles to formal evening gowns, suitable for school, parties, dates, homecoming, prom, and more.
- Convenient shopping: Our website and retail partners offer a smooth shopping experience. Orders ship fast and returns are easy.
- Responsive customer service: Our U.S. team provides personalized, caring support via phone, email, online chat, and social media.
- Ethical practices: We partner with suppliers who meet our standards for safe, fair working conditions and environmental responsibility.
By balancing affordability, fashion, and service, City Studio® delivers value that our loyal customers can count on. We support young women in expressing their personal style on any budget. Discover the City Studio® difference for your next big event!