Marisa Christina, Inc

Designs, manufactures, sources and  markets a broad line of clothing. Company designs women’s clothing in four lines: Marisa Christina, NYBASED, Christina Rotelli, and Mary Jane Marcasiano. Known for its classic sweaters, Marisa Christina also designs blouses, skirts, slacks, and jackets. The company’s womenswear is sold by US department and specialty stores at prices ranging from $40 to $140. Struggling with declining sales and losses, Marisa Christina sold its Adrienne Vittadini line in 1999 to concentrate on its more upscale lines. Its struggling Flapdoodles label (children’s sportswear, swimwear, and outerwear) was sold in early 2001.