By Far
Nostalgic Cool, Reimagined: By Far’s Modern Vintage Vibe Origins and Founding By Far was founded in 2016 by twin sisters Valentina and Sabina Hadzhiev and their best friend Denitsa Bumbarova in Sofia, Bulgaria. The brand began as a niche accessories label focused on ‘90s-inspired handbags and minimal leather shoes. Named after their children’s initials (By […]
MaxMara
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, […]
& Other Stories
& Other Stories: A Global Tapestry of Feminine Fashion Origins & Other Stories was launched in 2013 as part of the H&M Group, with the vision of offering a diverse range of women’s fashion that encourages personal storytelling through style. The brand debuted with seven stores in major cities including Barcelona, Berlin, Copenhagen, London, Milan, Paris, and Stockholm, and has since expanded to over 50 stores […]
Victoria Beckham
Sharp, Sleek, and British by Design: Victoria Beckham’s Fashion Empire Origins and Founding Victoria Beckham launched her eponymous brand in 2008 in London. What began as a tightly edited line of bodycon dresses quickly evolved into one of Britain’s leading luxury labels. Leveraging her global fame and innate sense of style, Beckham built a fashion […]
Love Shack Fancy
LoveShackFancy: Whimsical Romance in Fashion Origins and Founding LoveShackFancy was founded in 2013 by Rebecca Hessel Cohen, a former fashion editor at Cosmopolitan. Inspired by her love of vintage treasures and a desire to create feminine, romantic designs, Hessel Cohen launched the brand with a single dress she designed for her own wedding rehearsal dinner. This piece became the foundation of LoveShackFancy’s aesthetic: ethereal, […]
Rene Caovilla
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 […]
ME + EM
ME+EM: Elevated Essentials for the Modern Woman Origins Founded in 2009 by Clare Hornby in London, ME+EM was created to offer designer-quality clothing that combines flattering cuts, functionality, and timeless style. Hornby’s background in advertising and her personal frustration with the lack of well-made, stylish workwear led her to establish a brand that prioritizes both aesthetics and practicality. Ownership ME+EM is […]