Ferris New York clothing line founded by La Jolla native

It is rare for a recent high school graduate to become a successful businessman within a year. La Jolla native, Andrew Livingston, is one of these rarities. After graduating from La Jolla High School in 2011, Livingston is now the co-founder of Ferris brand clothing. His new shop opens in Brooklyn, New York, on July 4. Ferris designs hats, t-shirts, sweatshirts, and custom and vintage inspired clothing.

Livingston and co-founder, Tayler Conlin, began selling their designs online and in consignment shops before discovering that their line was marketable. They also design, and make from scratch, custom garments using the ideas customers give them. Some items include unique, high-quality, custom suits with a vintage flair. Deconstructed vintage clothing allows Livingston and Conlin to give the garments a personalized look. T-shirts are Ferris’s largest retail item. Currently they are designing shirts with processed photographs printed on them.

Livingston began skateboarding and snowboarding at a young age. His growing skill and youth got him a sponsorship from Billabong. Livingston was inspired by the graphic designers at Billabong and turned that inspiration into a career. He is attending Parsons The New School of Design and has plans to attend New York University upon graduation.

Many graphic and contemporary artists had their start in La Jolla, California. To learn more about up and coming local artists drop by Thumbprint Gallery on Kline Street in La Jolla. The venue features contemporary, urban, and lowbrow art. The La Jolla art gallery is open Wednesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays from 12-4pm.

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