Louisiana Couture: The Legacy of San Carlin
Overview
From Baton Rouge to the world stage, San Carlin proved that Louisiana craftsmanship could rival French couture.
Founded in Baton Rouge in the mid-1980s by Carla Jumonville and Linda Ward-Dalton, San Carlin became one of the South's premier luxury eveningwear houses, creating elegant gowns for Mardi Gras queens, brides, political figures, and celebrities—including Joan Collins.
Known for impeccable craftsmanship, exquisite fabrics, and couture-level hand finishing, San Carlin's collections were sold through prestigious retailers such as Saks Fifth Avenue and Neiman Marcus and showcased in New York, Dallas, and Paris. Every gown was conceived, designed, and produced in Baton Rouge, blending Louisiana's joie de vivre with exceptional artistry and innovation.
