Betsey Johnson, born August 10, 1942 (age 70), is an American fashion designer best known for feminine, frilly and eccentric mid-range clothing. She graduated from Syracuse University. Post-graduation, she was hired as an intern for Mademoiselle magazine. After winning a guest editor contest, she was hired as a designer for a small fashion house. This jump-started her career in the fashion industry. Betsey Johnson grew up with a love of art and costumes. Her dresses often resemble costumes in the sense that they are very elaborate, quirky and girly.