Eliou

Eliou: Artisanal Jewelry Infused with Coastal Charm Origins éliou was founded in 2018 by lifelong friends Cristina Mantilla and Duda Teixeira. Growing up together in Miami, Florida, the duo shared a passion for crafting jewelry and clothing from a young age. Their mutual love for design and the ocean inspired them to create éliou, a brand that seamlessly blends traditional craftsmanship with contemporary […]

Dior

Dior: The Icon of French Elegance and Timeless Luxury Origins and Founding Christian Dior founded his eponymous fashion house in 1946 in Paris, France, with the financial backing of entrepreneur Marcel Boussac. Dior’s debut collection in 1947, famously known as the “New Look,” revolutionized post-war fashion with its emphasis on feminine silhouettes, featuring cinched waists, full skirts, and luxurious fabrics. The New Look celebrated […]

Paul & Joe

Parisian Whimsy Meets Everyday Chic: The World of Paul & Joe Origins and Founding Paul & Joe was founded in 1995 by French designer Sophie Mechaly. Originally launching as a menswear label named after her two sons, Paul and Joe, the brand expanded into womenswear in 1996 and quickly became known for its spirited prints, […]

Missoma

Missoma: Contemporary Jewelry with a Timeless Appeal Origins and Founding Missoma was founded in 2008 by Marisa Hordern in London, England. Initially a passion project inspired by Hordern’s love for collecting gemstones, Missoma has since evolved into a pioneering demi-fine jewelry brand, offering accessible luxury pieces that blend modern trends with timeless elegance. The brand’s mission is to create versatile, everyday jewelry that allows for personal […]

GCDS

Playful Provocation and Pop Culture Couture: The World of GCDS Origins and Founding GCDS was founded in 2015 by brothers Giuliano and Giordano Calza in Milan, Italy. Initially launched as a line of T-shirts emblazoned with bold logos, the brand quickly gained traction for its vibrant designs and irreverent approach to fashion. The acronym GCDS originally stood […]

Bottega Veneta

Bottega Veneta: Quiet Luxury Redefined Origins and Founding Bottega Veneta was founded in 1966 in Vicenza, Italy, by Michele Taddei and Renzo Zengiaro. Initially specializing in artisanal leather goods, the brand quickly gained recognition for its “intrecciato” weave, a hallmark of its understated elegance. This technique, which weaves leather strips together to create a seamless finish, became a symbol of refined […]

Vilebrequin

Saint-Tropez to the World: Vilebrequin’s Sun-Soaked Legacy Origins and Founding Vilebrequin was born in 1971 in the sun-drenched coastal town of Saint-Tropez, France. It was the brainchild of Fred Prysquel, a photographer and motorsport enthusiast who wanted to create bold, comfortable swim shorts inspired by surfers and speedboats. He designed the first pair on a […]

P.J. Salvage

Cozy With a Side of Cool: P.J. Salvage’s Laid-Back Luxe Origins and Founding P.J. Salvage was founded in 1996 in California and quickly became known for cozy, personality-filled pajamas with a luxe touch. Originally focused on fun prints and super-soft fabrics, the brand has since expanded into loungewear, robes, sleep sets, and layering pieces—blurring the […]

Ferragamo

Ferragamo: The Pinnacle of Italian Elegance and Craftsmanship Origins and Founding Ferragamo, originally founded as Salvatore Ferragamo in 1927 by its namesake designer, began as a small workshop in Florence, Italy. Salvatore Ferragamo, often referred to as the “shoemaker to the stars,” gained fame in Hollywood during the 1920s for his innovative and artistic footwear designs. After returning to Italy, Ferragamo […]