Selkie
Fantasy in Fabric: Selkie’s Dreamworld of Dresses Origins and Founding Selkie was founded in 2018 by Kimberley Gordon, co-founder of Wildfox Couture, as a celebration of fantasy, femininity, and unapologetic self-expression. Inspired by fairy tales, art history, and childhood nostalgia, the brand launched with one viral puff dress and quickly evolved into a full-fledged fashion […]
LAPOINTE
LAPOINTE: Bold Glamour and Effortless Elegance Origins and Founding LAPOINTE was founded in 2012 by Sally LaPointe, a Rhode Island School of Design graduate who set out to create luxury ready-to-wear that combines bold minimalism with high-impact style. Based in New York City, the brand embodies modern sophistication, offering statement pieces that exude confidence and glamour. LAPOINTE quickly gained recognition for its ability to blend tailored precision […]
Loeffler Randall
Loeffler Randall: Timeless Accessories with Artistic Flair Origins and Founding Loeffler Randall was founded in 2004 by Jessie Randall and her husband Brian Murphy in Brooklyn, New York. Born from Jessie’s desire to create beautiful, wearable shoes that filled a gap in her own wardrobe, the brand has grown into a celebrated name in modern accessories and footwear. Named after Jessie’s family name, Loeffler Randall embodies […]
Gabriela Hearst
Conscious Craftsmanship at the Highest Level: Gabriela Hearst’s Quiet Power Origins and Founding Gabriela Hearst launched her eponymous label in 2015, blending her Uruguayan heritage with New York sophistication and a deeply rooted ethos of sustainability. A former model and the creative force behind luxury menswear label Candela, Hearst founded her namesake brand to create […]
Viktoria & Woods
Viktoria & Woods: Effortless Australian Luxury Origins and Founding Viktoria & Woods was founded in 2004 in Melbourne, Australia, by Margie Woods, with a vision to create timeless wardrobe staples that blend effortless elegance with understated luxury. The brand began with a singular focus on merino wool pieces, establishing its foundation in high-quality, sustainable materials. Over the years, Viktoria & Woods has expanded its […]
Blackbough
Blackbough Swim: Tropical Soul Meets Modern Swimwear Origins Founded in 2017 by Jemina Ty, Blackbough Swim began as a personal project in her bedroom in the Philippines. Driven by a desire to create the perfect, no-nonsense bikini for beach lounging, Ty transformed her passion into a global swimwear brand. The brand’s name, “Blackbough,” reflects its commitment to […]
House of Dagmar
House of Dagmar: Modern Scandinavian Minimalism with a Timeless Edge Origins and Founding House of Dagmar was founded in 2005 by sisters Karin Söderlind, Kristina Tjäder, and Sofia Wallenstam in Stockholm, Sweden. The brand was named after their grandmother, Dagmar, a skilled tailor whose commitment to craftsmanship and timeless style became the foundation of the brand’s ethos. Inspired by their grandmother’s legacy, the […]
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 […]
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 […]