History of Rachel Zoe in Timeline
Rachel Zoe Rosenzweig is an American fashion designer, businesswoman, and author widely recognized for her work as a celebrity stylist. She gained fame in the mid-2000s for creating a signature "boho-meets-rock chic" style that influenced Hollywood fashion trends. Her designs, characterized by a blend of 1960s and 1970s glamour with Grecian influences, often feature luxurious fabrics, bold accessories, and a relaxed yet glamorous aesthetic. Her impressive client list includes numerous A-list celebrities like Cameron Diaz, Kate Hudson, and Anne Hathaway.
September 1, 1971: Birth of Rachel Zoe
Rachel Zoe Rosenzweig was born on September 1, 1971. She would go on to become a prominent American fashion designer, businesswoman, and author.
1991: Meeting Rodger Berman
Rachel Zoe met Rodger Berman in 1991 while they were both attending The George Washington University in Washington, D.C.
1998: Marriage to Rodger Berman
Rachel Zoe and Rodger Berman married in 1998.
2002: Work with Jennifer Garner
Around 2002–03, Rachel Zoe began working with her first big client, Jennifer Garner.
2002: Move to Los Angeles
Rachel Zoe moved to Los Angeles in 2002 to further her career in fashion.
2004: Styling Jennifer Garner for the Academy Awards
Rachel Zoe styled Jennifer Garner for the Academy Awards in 2004, a turning point in her career that transitioned her focus to glamorous red-carpet styling.
2005: Pioneering the 'Boho-Chic' Look
In 2005, Rachel Zoe became known for pioneering the 'boho-chic' look, heavily influenced by the 1970s and characterized by oversized jewelry and loose-fitting attire.
2005: Nicole Richie Hires Rachel Zoe
In 2005, reality TV star Nicole Richie hired Rachel Zoe as her stylist. This partnership significantly raised Zoe's profile in the fashion industry.
December 2006: Feud Between Rachel Zoe and Nicole Richie
In December 2006, Nicole Richie fired Rachel Zoe as her stylist, leading to media reports of a feud between the two, who had previously been close friends.
2006: Nicole Richie's Blog Post
After firing Rachel Zoe in 2006, Nicole Richie wrote a scathing MySpace blog post that was later deleted, accusing Zoe of hiding an eating disorder.
2007: Refutation of Drug Allegations
In a 2007 interview with W Magazine, Rachel Zoe refuted media speculation that she provided clients with drugs to lose weight, describing herself as 'drug clueless.'
2007: Samsung BlackJack Ad Campaign
In 2007, Rachel Zoe partnered with Samsung, serving as the face of their BlackJack cell phone national ad campaign.
2007: Publication of Style A to Zoe
In 2007, Rachel Zoe co-authored the book Style A to Zoe: The Art of Fashion, Beauty and Everything Glamour with Rose Apodaca.
September 2008: Debut of The Rachel Zoe Project
In September 2008, Rachel Zoe's reality series, The Rachel Zoe Project, debuted on Bravo, offering an inside look at her work as a stylist.
2008: Media Speculation on Weight
In 2008, Rachel Zoe addressed media speculation about her weight, stating that she has never seen herself as too thin. This followed press labeling her as "anorexic".
2008: Debut of The Rachel Zoe Project
In 2008, Rachel Zoe starred in the Bravo reality television series The Rachel Zoe Project, which ran for five seasons until 2013.
2008: Consultant for Piperlime.com
In 2008, Rachel Zoe worked as a consultant for Piperlime.com, a Gap, Inc. website that sells shoes and handbags.
August 2009: Launch of The Zoe Report
Rachel Zoe founded The Zoe Report as a free daily newsletter in August 2009, which later grew into a comprehensive lifestyle brand.
August 2009: Second Season of The Rachel Zoe Project
The second season of The Rachel Zoe Project premiered in August 2009, continuing to follow Zoe's professional and personal life.
2009: Launch of the Luxe Rachel Zoe Collection
In 2009, Rachel Zoe launched her "Luxe Rachel Zoe" collection, sold exclusively on QVC. The line included handbags, jewelry, scarves, sunglasses, and outerwear, and sold over 260,000 units.
2009: Launch of The Zoe Report
Rachel Zoe launched The Zoe Report as a newsletter in 2009. It later evolved into a full-fledged lifestyle brand.
August 2010: Third Season of The Rachel Zoe Project
The third season of The Rachel Zoe Project premiered in August 2010, featuring the departure of longtime assistant Taylor Jacobson.
2010: Appearance on Gossip Girl
In 2010, Rachel Zoe made a cameo appearance on the popular TV show Gossip Girl as herself.
February 2011: Collaboration with Lindex
In February 2011, Rachel Zoe announced her first major collaboration with a European brand, partnering with Swedish fashion retailer Lindex.
March 2011: Birth of First Son
Rachel Zoe and her husband, Rodger Berman, welcomed their first son in March 2011.
September 2011: Fourth Season of The Rachel Zoe Project
The fourth season of The Rachel Zoe Project premiered in September 2011, covering Brad Goreski's departure and Zoe's pregnancy.
2011: Zoe's Eponymous Fashion Brand Launch
In 2011, Rachel Zoe launched her eponymous fashion brand, marking a significant expansion of her career in the fashion industry.
2011: First Contemporary Collection
In 2011, Rachel Zoe released her first contemporary collection of separates, footwear, and handbags, available in over 275 department stores.
2011: Launch of Zoe Beautiful
In 2011, Zoe launched Zoe Beautiful, a platform focused on beauty products and tips.
2012: Expansion of Fashion Line
In 2012, Rachel Zoe announced plans to expand her fashion line to include jewelry and cold weather accessories.
2012: Co-Launching DreamDry
In 2012, Rachel Zoe co-launched DreamDry, a hair salon in New York City, with Robin Moraetes.
December 2013: Birth of Second Son
Rachel Zoe and Rodger Berman had their second son in December 2013.
2013: Final Season of The Rachel Zoe Project
The fifth and final season of The Rachel Zoe Project aired in 2013, focusing on Zoe's collection development and other ventures.
2013: End of The Rachel Zoe Project
The Rachel Zoe Project concluded in 2013 after five seasons on Bravo. The show had chronicled various aspects of Zoe's professional and personal life.
2014: Skipping New York Fashion Week
Rachel Zoe's brand did not participate in the 2014 New York Fashion Week, marking a noticeable absence in the fashion industry.
July 2015: Announcement of Fashionably Late with Rachel Zoe
In July 2015, Rachel Zoe announced her talk show Fashionably Late with Rachel Zoe, which focused on current fashion trends and lasted for one season.
2015: Launch of Box of Style
In 2015, The Zoe Report launched Box of Style, a subscription service delivering Zoe-approved fashion and lifestyle items to subscribers' doorsteps.
2016: Collaboration with Quinny and Maxi-Cosi
In 2016, Rachel Zoe partnered with Quinny and Maxi-Cosi to release a collection of baby strollers and car seats.
2019: The Zoe Report Acquired by Bustle Digital Group
In 2019, The Zoe Report was acquired by Bustle Digital Group, marking a significant milestone for the lifestyle brand.
2019: Partnership with Starbucks Asia Pacific
Rachel Zoe announced a partnership with Starbucks Asia Pacific in 2019, resulting in a six-piece collection of Starbucks X Rachel Zoe branded items sold in select Starbucks stores in Asia.
2020: Criticism of 'Zoebot' Look
In 2020, critics continued to accuse Rachel Zoe of promoting anorexia during the mid-2000s, with the 'zoebot' look being linked to the glorification of 'size zero' bodies.
2024: Separation from Rodger Berman
On September 9th, 2024, it was announced that Rachel Zoe and Rodger Berman were separating.