Burke-Amey was a New York fashion house founded in 1959 by designer Ronald Amey and his business partner Joseph Burke. Known for inventive use of fabrics, bold prints, and sophisticated ready-to-wear and couture designs, the label reflected the vibrant style of 1960s American fashion. Amey’s creations often featured striking color combinations, graphic patterns, and refined silhouettes that appealed to stylish clients.
In 1970, Amey bought out his partner and continued under his own name, though the original Burke-Amey label remains remembered for its distinctive contribution to mid-century American design. These elegant designs showcase the bold style and refined craftsmanship of Burke-Amey, a distinctive voice in 1960s American fashion.
Dorothea McGowan in biased black silk crêpe dress by Burke-Amey, photo by Irving Penn, Vogue, July 1, 1960
Dorothea McGowan in sleeveless dress and jacket of wild grape-pink grained silk, jacket tied with brown satin sash and point d’esprit scarf by Burke-Amey, grape straw hat by Emme, photo by Irving Penn, Vogue, March 1, 1961
Simone d’Aillencourt in plaid wool dress by Burke-Amey and bulbous turban-hat by Lilly Daché, photo by Horst P. Horst, Vogue, 1962
Wilhelmina in long and heavy white crêpe dress masked by a flouncy lace caraco embroidered with black straw flowers by Burke-Amey, kidskin gloves by Viola Weinberger, photo by Irving Penn, Vogue, March 1, 1963
Brigitte Bauer in bold black and white wool houndstooth suit over a black and white silk paisley blouse stock-tied, by Burke-Amey, belt by Chanel, bag by Coblentz, photo by Horst P. Horst, Vogue, February 1, 1964
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