Heiji Choy Black & Elise Bergman

History with The Curio:

Heiji Choy Black and Elise Bergman (Jeune Otte), featured designers at our Fashion’s Night Out 2023.

Recent News:

Jeune Otte hosts a Pop Up at 900 Shops storefront featuring beautiful ceramics, housewares, furniture and accessories.

Designers Bio:

Founded in the fall of 2019, Jeune Otte is a women’s and young women’s clothing and accessories brand created by Heiji Choy Black and Elise Bergman. Their vision for Jeune Otte was to offer timeless, beautiful, and luxurious pieces designed with a strong commitment to sustainability. With a focus on minimizing environmental impact, each collection is meticulously crafted in Chicago using ethically sourced materials such as dead stock, mill end, organic, and recycled fabrics.

Heiji and Elise are passionate about creating clothing that not only elevates personal style but also aligns with their values of sustainability and ethical production. Every garment produced by Jeune Otte is made in ethical facilities, ensuring that the brand's dedication to environmental responsibility and fair labor practices is embedded in every piece. Whether for women or young women ages 8 to 128, Jeune Otte embodies a perfect blend of elegance, durability, and conscious craftsmanship.