Lauren Lorraine Jones (born August 27, 1982) is an American fashion designer, business woman, former film and television actress, model, former Barker's Beauty on The Price Is Right, entrepreneur, the CEO and Co-Founder of her eponymous brand product marketing company, Lauren Jones Footwear, and the Co-Owner and Chief Creative Officer at Studio Lauren.Jones was raised in Jackson, Mississippi, the only child of Debra Martinson Pearsall and James Harrison Jones Junior, and the granddaughter of "Ageless Hero" Gloria Martinson。In 2004 Jones earned a BBA degree in design and management from Parsons School of Design and completed a study abroad program at The University of Westminster in London, England.The Lauren Jones brand
Lauren Jones Footwear was founded in 2008. The brand started out as bridal footwear, and now features a full lifestyle collection, including western boots. Lauren Jones handbags were added to the line in 2011.The line is best known for its feminine and whimsical designs, some of which are considered "over the top" and embellished, brought to the consumer at affordable price points. The line offers traditional looks as well.Lauren Jones Footwear began as unconventional or fast forward bridal shoes and rapidly expanded after being picked up by major retailers across the nation in 2009. The collection now features bridal, special occasion, western boots, day wear and flats and continues to expand. Nordstrom.com, Endless.com, Belk, and Alfred Angelo are among the retailers who carry the brand.