Carmel Neesen started Carmel Designs in 2005 with quality and affordability in mind. Carmel Designs not only offers custom design services, but also has a wide selection of Made to Order apparel. Carmel’s outfits have been seen at the Arabian Nationals, APHA World Championships, Pinto World Championships, Scottsdale Classic, AQHA Congress, and the ApHC World Championships to name a few.

At Carmel Designs we strive to go above and beyond for our clients. Your happiness is our number one priority.

Carmel has received an associate’s degree from Northeast Community College in Business Administration and a Bachelors degree from Wayne State College in Chemistry/Health Sciences. She also was the assistant manager and buyer for a bridal shop in Norfolk, Nebraska prior to starting Carmel Designs.

Experience gained from her retail management experience has provided her with the tools necessary to start her own successful business. As a buyer, she became very familiar with fit, quality, and design of garments. As a result, she is able to recognize appealing qualities in fabrics, designs, and garment construction. As a manager, Carmel learned how to properly measure and fit garments as well as provide outstanding customer service.
Carmel has owned and shown horses since she was very young and has enjoyed many accomplishments over the years including many 4-H Championships, and a Nebraska All-Around Novice Youth title. Carmel has been active in both Youth and Amateur AQHA shows in Hunt Seat Equitation, Hunter Under Saddle, and Horsemanship in the past. She also served as the 1999 Madison County Rodeo Queen. Her experience in the show ring, business, and in fashion will help you get the look and fit you need to make it to the top!