James Perse
James Perse: Minimalist Luxury and California Cool Origins and Founding James Perse, the eponymous label, was founded in 1994 in Los Angeles, California, by James Perse, the son of Tommy Perse, owner of the iconic Los Angeles boutique Maxfield. Growing up surrounded by fashion and art, Perse developed a keen eye for understated elegance and quality craftsmanship. Initially specializing in luxury baseball caps, the […]
Buck Mason
Buck Mason: Timeless American Classics for the Modern Man Origins and Founding Buck Mason was founded in 2013 by Sasha Koehn and Erik Allen Ford in Venice, California. The duo sought to create high-quality, everyday essentials inspired by classic American menswear, emphasizing timeless design, superior craftsmanship, and modern versatility. What began as a small online store has grown into a respected brand known for its minimalist approach to fashion, offering wardrobe […]
Kenzo
Kenzo: A Bold Fusion of Cultures and Colors Origins and Founding Kenzo was founded in 1970 by Kenzo Takada, a Japanese designer who moved to Paris to bring his unique vision of fashion to the global stage. Opening his first boutique, Jungle Jap, Takada introduced the world to a vibrant blend of Japanese aesthetics and Parisian sophistication, creating clothing that celebrated bold prints, vibrant […]
J.Crew
J.Crew: Classic American Style with a Modern Twist Origins J.Crew was founded in 1983 in New York City by Emily Woods and her father Arthur Cinader. Initially launched as a mail-order catalog under the name Popular Club Plan, the brand rebranded to J.Crew with the aim of offering preppy, American sportswear with a more modern and accessible edge. The first retail store […]
Scotch & Soda
Dutch Design with Global Flavor: Scotch & Soda’s Eclectic Cool Origins and Founding Scotch & Soda was founded in Amsterdam in the 1980s and relaunched in 2001 by a new team of designers who gave the brand its signature mix of classic tailoring, global inspiration, and eclectic styling. Though Dutch at its core, Scotch & […]
Frame
Denim to Daily Uniform: The Elevated Ease of FRAME Origins and Founding FRAME was founded in 2012 by Jens Grede and Erik Torstensson, two Swedish creatives based in London and Los Angeles. Initially launched as a denim brand, FRAME quickly gained traction for its focus on high-quality materials, tailored fits, and elevated basics. Inspired by […]
Glenmuir
Scottish Heritage Meets the Fairway: Glenmuir’s Refined Golfwear Origins and Founding Glenmuir was founded in 1891 in Lanark, Scotland by Andrew MacDougall, originally as a small knitwear mill producing fine cashmere and wool garments. Over time, the brand found its identity in golfwear, merging its traditional craftsmanship with the performance needs of modern players. Today, […]
Theory
Theory: Modern Tailoring for the Contemporary Professional Origins and Founding Theory was founded in 1997 by Andrew Rosen and Elie Tahari in New York City, with a vision to create tailored, comfortable clothing that bridges the gap between workwear and casualwear. The brand’s foundation was built on the innovative use of stretch fabrics, offering wearers both ease and elegance without compromising on style. From its inception, Theory […]
Drake’s
Drake’s: British Menswear with Timeless Elegance Origins Drake’s was established in 1977 by Michael Drake in East London, initially focusing on men’s scarves, shawls, and plaids. The brand soon expanded its offerings to include handmade ties and pocket squares, gaining recognition for exceptional quality and design. Drake’s products found favor among high-end boutiques and department stores in fashion capitals such as Paris, Milan, […]
Pact
Everyday Essentials, Earth-First: Pact’s Ethical Approach Origins and Founding Pact was founded in 2009 in Boulder, Colorado, with a mission to create comfortable, organic clothing basics using sustainable practices. The brand started with simple cotton tees and underwear but quickly grew to include a full range of men’s, women’s, and children’s apparel—all made with organic […]