A native of Wilmington, North Carolina; and graduate of  Miller-Motte Business College, Carlton relocated to New York in 1990 to find where his love of fashion would lead. Landing at Barney’s New York, where he first encountered wardrobe stylists; his calling was realized. Carlton Jones’s first big break came styling Queen Latifah for her Black Reign album promotions. Softening the rap image of the beloved songstress was a move that caught many an industry eye.

Carlton’s ability to meld runway couture with street sensibility placed his signature aesthetic in high demand. His expertise as a fashion correspondent has made him an authority on style for numerous daytime television shows and online segments while also leading to an industry following and client roster such as Mary J. Blige, Alicia Keys, Halle Berry, Lenny Kravitz and Michelle Obama amongst others.

Carlton’s positions as style and fashion director has led to a vast network of creative colleagues and collaborations reaching the pages of such publications as Vogue, GQ, French Glamour, Harper’s Bazaar, Interview, Vibe, Rolling Stone, and Essence. 

Most recently Carlton has combined his love of fashion and style with the elation received from traveling to some of the most breathtaking destinations imaginable. The genesis of his eponymous resort inspired collection utilizes his experience dressing the needs of an expansive range of clientele and body types. Carlton has incorporated his fondness for relaxed fluidity, sensual fabrics, color and print, with a seasoned ability to forgive and accentuate.

A native of Wilmington, North Carolina; and graduate of the prestigious Miller-Motte Business College, Carlton relocated to New York in 1990 to find where his love of fashion would lead. Landing at Barney’s New York, where he first encountered wardrobe stylists; his calling was realized. Carlton Jones’s first big break came styling Queen Latifah for her Black Reign album promotions. Softening the rap image of the beloved songstress was a move that caught many an industry eye.

Carlton’s ability to meld runway couture with street sensibility placed his signature aesthetic in high demand. His expertise as a fashion correspondent has made him an authority on style for numerous daytime television shows and online segments while leading to an industry following with a roster of clients such as Mary J. Blige, Alicia Keys, Halle Barry, Lenny Kravitz and Michelle Obama amongst many others.

Carlton’s positions as style and fashion director led to expanding and managing a vast network of creative colleagues, which has reached the pages of such publications as Vogue, GQ, French Glamour, Harper’s Bazaar, Interview, Vibe, Rolling Stone, and Essence. 

Most recently Carlton has combined his love of fashion and style with the elation received from traveling to some of the most breathtaking destinations imaginable. The genesis of his eponymous resort inspired collection utilizes his experience dressing the needs of an expansive range of clientele and body types. Carlton has incorporated his fondness for relaxed fluidity, sensual fabrics, color and print, with a seasoned ability to forgive and accentuate.

A native of Wilmington, North Carolina; and graduate of the prestigious Miller-Motte Business College, Carlton relocated to New York in 1990 to find where his love of fashion would lead. Landing at Barney’s New York, where he first encountered wardrobe stylists; his calling was realized. Carlton Jones’s first big break came styling Queen Latifah for her Black Reign album promotions. Softening the rap image of the beloved songstress was a move that caught many an industry eye.

Carlton’s ability to meld runway couture with street sensibility placed his signature aesthetic in high demand. His expertise as a fashion correspondent has made him an authority on style for numerous daytime television shows and online segments while leading to an industry following with a roster of clients such as Mary J. Blige, Alicia Keys, Halle Barry, Lenny Kravitz and Michelle Obama amongst many others.

Carlton’s positions as style and fashion director led to expanding and managing a vast network of creative colleagues, which has reached the pages of such publications as Vogue, GQ, French Glamour, Harper’s Bazaar, Interview, Vibe, Rolling Stone, and Essence. 

Most recently Carlton has combined his love of fashion and style with the elation received from traveling to some of the most breathtaking destinations imaginable. The genesis of his eponymous resort inspired collection utilizes his experience dressing the needs of an expansive range of clientele and body types. Carlton has incorporated his fondness for relaxed fluidity, sensual fabrics, color and print, with a seasoned ability to forgive and accentuate.