Joanna Jia is the founder and designer of Joanna Jia Couture. Hailing from China, she artfully blends traditional Asian cultural attire with contemporary Western influences to create a unique and harmonious fusion in her designs. As a graduate of Yun Nan Art University and Sichuan Art Academy Joanna first established her brand in 1997 focusing on Asian cultural wear. After immigrating to the US, Joanna expanded to the global stage, gracing the catwalks of San Francisco Fashion Week, Silicon Valley Fashion Week, San Francisco Chinatown Fashion Week, the International Charity Ladies Federation galas, and many more international stages.

Joanna deepened her love for giving back to the community and established her non-profit the International Ladies Charity Federation with the vision of building a platform and community for women through philanthropy, cultural arts, fashion, and entrepreneurship. In 2024, Joanna helped establish the New York School of Arts and Fashion in collaboration with Columbia University as the Director and CEO of Admission.

Joanna Jia is based in San Francisco, CA. For business and fashion inquiries, feel free to contact her.