About: Hilary Rosenman and Barri Budin met at Skidmore College while studying art, and quickly discovered a shared enthusiasm for vintage fashion, contemporary design, and art. Following college, both moved to the east village of Manhattan and through their experience in the New York City fashion and art scene, they discovered a lack of accessible, retro inspired footwear, which would answer the needs of downtown city girls like themselves, with discerning tastes and a limited budget. Through their knowledge of production sales and public relations, they can finally deliver these outstanding and innovative products to their eager customers.
The name Madison Harding represents the girl's roots and where they grew up; Hilary on Madison Avenue in New York City and Barri on Harding Drive in New Jersey. The line represents the very essence of the two designers and their current Lower East Side lifestyle. Mixing current trends with a hint of vintage chic.
