Illyria discovered early on that the world of fashion design was the world she wanted to immerse herself in. She attended a specialty high school for the fashion arts, where she received her preliminary training. During that period Illyria began participating as a designer in fashion shows such as the annual AIDS benefit hosted by the Underground Groove Club from the University of Western Ontario, which was produced by Tammy Eckenswiller, current editor of Fashion Magazine.

Next she attended Sheridan Collage's fashion technique and design program in Oakville, Ontario. Upon completion of her schooling, she headed straight for Toronto with a big dream in mind. Her desire to make her mark in the fashion world developed from her excitement to share her personal creative vision, and with that, Illyria gradually started to build her own label.

Her vision came to fruition in 2001 with her first collection. Since that time, she has developed an arrangement of projects to build label recognition in the industry. From designing her own collections to custom work, including creating a uniform look for establishments and creative contractual work, Illyria has maintained her dream of making her mark on the fashion scene of Toronto, the city she loves the most.

Illyria is currently represented by a sales agency in Toronto that sells her collections to stores in Toronto, London, Montreal, St. John's Newfoundland and Minneapolis. Illyria is looking to expand her horizons in New York, LA and Miami.

At the end of the day, Illyria strives to dress and impress the ultra-feminine, fun female! A vision that has always been synonymous with elegance and style, a modern yet minimal and glamorous look.

Our vision is for a lifestyle driven company producing collections season after season that inspire and excite while maintaining a distinct look that represents Illyria. Our customer is one that dresses to impress; our look is always sophisticated, ultra feminine and confident.

Illyria's vision has always been synonymous with elegance and style, a modern yet minimal and glamorous look. Illyria infuses classic design elements that are flattering to the female form with the specific inspiration for that season. The outcome being that goddesses of spring and fall alike will delight in being the centre of attention in an Illyria Dress.

Illyria is currently being sold in the Canada and the United states.