26 STARS ENTERTAINMENT · NEW YORK

About 26 Stars

Founded in New York City in 2010. 6,000+ productions later, still designed by hand.

"26 Stars was founded in New York City in 2010, marrying the city's best-performing talent with the grandeur and execution of theater and film. Over 6,000 productions later, every costume, every performer, and every event is still designed in-house, led by founder Carmela Lane and a small team of creative directors."

"26 Stars was founded in New York City in 2010, marrying the city's best-performing talent with the grandeur and execution of theater and film. Over 6,000 productions later, every costume, every performer, and every event is still designed in-house, led by founder Carmela Lane and a small team of creative directors."

OUR MISSION

To deliver highly memorable production experiences by marrying NYC's best talents with the grandeur and execution found in theater and film.

OUR EXPERIENCE

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Over 6,000 successful productions since our establishment in 2010

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Full Creative Direction of TAO Group Hospitality, the highest grossing restaurant group worldwide

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Producing events from mega-restaurant openings to music festivals to intimate private parties

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Wardrobe styling, management and branding for major fashion brands

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Custom costume designing for major artists and celebrities

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Featured in the New York Post, Daily News & Business Insider

6,000+

Productions

2010

Founded

NYC

Headquartered

100%

Designed In-House

OUR TEAM

Meet the people

26 Stars is a collection of professional creatives versed in providing state-of-the-art entertainment to each of our clients — from early planning to day-of execution.

Carmela Lane, Founder & Creative Director - 26 Stars

FOUNDER & CREATIVE DIRECTOR

Carmela Lane

Carmela Lane is the powerhouse creative director, producer and designer

who founded and built 26 Stars. Brazilian-native, she studied at the Fashion Institute of Technology and was drawn to fashion from a young age, inspired by icons like Alexander McQueen and David Bowie. Her work

lives at the intersection of fashion, performance, and storytelling, where craftsmanship meets spectacle, from the Sundance Film Festival to

the runways of Chanel. Recognized by the New York Times, New York Post, and Vice, Carmela is known for the edgy, cinematic designs that make

26 Stars stand out above the rest.

Carmela Lane is the powerhouse creative director, producer and designer

who founded and built 26 Stars. Brazilian-native, she studied at the Fashion Institute of Technology and was drawn to fashion from a young age, inspired by icons like Alexander McQueen and David Bowie. Her work

lives at the intersection of fashion, performance, and storytelling, where craftsmanship meets spectacle, from the Sundance Film Festival to

the runways of Chanel. Recognized by the New York Times, New York Post, and Vice, Carmela is known for the edgy, cinematic designs that make

26 Stars stand out above the rest.

Neil Gallagher, head designer, sewing a costume in the 26 Stars studio

HEAD DESIGNER

Neil Gallagher

Neil Gallagher is a multidisciplinary and creative designer with over 20 years of experience in design. After studying fashion design at the Fashion Institute of Technology,  he has created apparel, costumes and accessories for brands such as Diesel, Lucky Brand, Michael Kors, Victoria's Secret, Rachel Roy, and Karl Lagerfeld.  Neil has created costumes and worked for various performers and clients like Madonna, Beyoncé, and Chanel. His mission with 26 Stars is to deliver innovative and captivating designs to exceed the expectations  of our clients and their audience. 


Neil Gallagher is a multidisciplinary and creative designer with over 20 years of experience in design. After studying fashion design at the Fashion Institute of Technology,  he has created apparel, costumes and accessories for brands such as Diesel, Lucky Brand, Michael Kors, Victoria's Secret, Rachel Roy, and Karl Lagerfeld.  Neil has created costumes and worked for various performers and clients like Madonna, Beyoncé, and Chanel. His mission with 26 Stars is to deliver innovative and captivating designs to exceed the expectations  of our clients and their audience. 


Diva Nicole Henriquez, Production Manager - 26 Stars

PRODUCTION MANAGER

Diva Nicole Henriquez

Diva Nicole Henriquez

Diva Nicole is a skilled professional with over 8 years of experience with 26 Stars. She started her career with 26 Stars as a young dancer and quickly fell in love with the “behind the scenes” work it took to make these huge productions come to life. She eagerly jumped on projects where Carmela needed an assistant and learned the in’s and out’s of the business. Now, she successfully and smoothly manages large-scale productions and helps staff over 60 performers across multiple cities for 26stars. She is known for her attention to detail, exceptional organization, costume styling and team management. 


Diva Nicole is a skilled professional with over 8 years of experience with 26 Stars. She started her career with 26 Stars as a young dancer and quickly fell in love with the “behind the scenes” work it took to make these huge productions come to life. She eagerly jumped on projects where Carmela needed an assistant and learned the in’s and out’s of the business. Now, she successfully and smoothly manages large-scale productions and helps staff over 60 performers across multiple cities for 26stars. She is known for her attention to detail, exceptional organization, costume styling and team management. 


Notable Clients & Partnerships

Trusted by the best in the business.

Chanel·Casamigos·Grey Goose·Patrón Tequila·Bacardí·Heineken·Moët & Chandon·Heidi Klum Halloween·The Snow Lodge·Ultra Music Festival·Lavo·American Museum of Natural History·Cipriani·NARS·TAO Group·Red Bull·The Surf Lodge·TAO Chicago·Gerber Group·Moxy Hotels·Dream Hotels·Marquee New York·PHD Rooftop·Bodega Negra·Beauty & Essex·Avenue New York

PRESS & PARTNERSHIPS

Download Carmela's portfolio

A curated look at Carmela Lane's work across fashion, film, and live entertainment: from runway to red carpet.

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