Badgley Mischka /ˌbædʒli ˈmɪʃkə/ is an American fashion label designed by Mark Badgley and James Mischka. James Mischka began at Rice University as a biomedical engineering major and ultimately graduated with degrees in art history and managerial studies in 1985. The two launched the label Badgley Mischka in 1988, though their bridal business launched in 1993.