Ana Luisa
Sustainability with Sparkle: Ana Luisa’s Ethical Everyday Jewelry Origins and Founding Ana Luisa was founded in 2018 in Brooklyn by Antoine Goret, Adam Bohbot, and David Benayoun with a mission to create stylish, high-quality jewelry that doesn’t harm the planet. Built on the philosophy of transparency, carbon neutrality, and accessibility, Ana Luisa quickly earned a […]
Catbird
Brooklyn-Born, Diamond-Dusted: Catbird’s Dreamy, Ethical Fine Jewelry Origins and Founding Catbird was founded in 2004 by Rony Vardi in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. Originally a boutique for indie accessories and home goods, the brand evolved into a full-blown fine jewelry label specializing in delicate, handmade pieces using recycled gold and ethically sourced stones. Catbird pioneered the “everyday […]
Dippin Daisys
Retro, Recycled, and Radiant: Dippin’ Daisy’s Feel-Good Swimwear Origins and Founding Dippin’ Daisy’s was founded in 2015 in Los Angeles by Elaine Tran with a mission to create fun, expressive swimwear that celebrates all bodies and embraces sustainability. Drawing inspiration from vintage prints and California beach culture, the brand quickly gained traction for its playful […]
Gorjana
California Cool, Layered in Gold: Gorjana’s Effortless Jewelry Origins and Founding Gorjana was founded in 2004 by Gorjana Reidel and her husband, Jason Griffin Reidel, in Laguna Beach, California. What began as a side hustle from their apartment floor has grown into a nationwide jewelry brand known for its beachy minimalism, stackable styles, and accessible […]
Free People
Bohemian Spirit, Free-Wheeling Style: The World of Free People Origins and Founding Free People began in the 1970s as a small boutique in West Philadelphia, created by Dick Hayne—who later went on to found Urban Outfitters. Relaunched in 2001 under the Urban Outfitters, Inc. umbrella, Free People was reimagined as a contemporary bohemian brand for […]
Alison Lou
Playful Luxury, One Wink at a Time: Alison Lou’s Jewelry Universe Origins and Founding Alison Lou was launched in 2012 by New York-based designer Alison Chemla, who turned her love of pop culture and cheeky symbolism into a fine jewelry line with a point of view. What began as a playful collection inspired by emojis […]
Roberto Cavalli
Roberto Cavalli: The Maestro of Exotic Elegance Origins Roberto Cavalli founded his eponymous fashion house in 1970 in Florence, Italy. Born in 1940 into a family with artistic roots—his grandfather, Giuseppe Rossi, was a member of the Macchiaioli movement—Cavalli was naturally inclined towards creativity. He studied at the local Art Institute, focusing on textile print, which laid the foundation for his […]
Proenza Schouler
Proenza Schouler: Experimental Elegance and Contemporary Luxury Origins and Founding Proenza Schouler was founded in 2002 by designers Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez, who met while studying at Parsons School of Design in New York. The duo named the brand after their mothers’ maiden names, reflecting their personal connection to the label. Proenza Schouler made an immediate impact with its graduate thesis […]
Paloma Wool
Paloma Wool: Art, Clothing, and the Act of Getting Dressed Origins Founded in 2014 by Barcelona-based designer and photographer Paloma Lanna, Paloma Wool began as a multidisciplinary project exploring the intersection of art, photography, and clothing. Lanna, influenced by her parents’ involvement in the fashion industry, sought to create a brand that emphasized the artistic process […]
St John
St. John: Classic Elegance and American Luxury Origins and Founding St. John was founded in 1962 by Marie Gray and her husband Robert Gray in Orange County, California. Marie, a former model, began designing knit dresses for herself, focusing on comfort and elegance. These designs quickly gained attention for their sleek silhouettes and innovative use of knit fabrics, leading to the creation of St. John. From its inception, the […]