Nana Jacqueline
Nana Jacqueline: Vintage-Inspired Glamour for the Modern Muse Origins Established in 2013 in Los Angeles by best friends Jacqueline Zhang and Nana Li, Nana Jacqueline began as a loungewear brand offering luxurious pajamas and robes. The brand quickly evolved into a full-fledged womenswear label, focusing on occasion wear that empowers women to feel confident and glamorous. Ownership Nana Jacqueline is a privately held company, […]
Diesel
Diesel: The Icon of Rebel Denim and Unconventional Fashion Origins and Founding Diesel was founded in 1978 by Renzo Rosso in Molvena, Italy, with a vision to create high-quality, alternative denim that challenged the conventions of fashion. The name “Diesel” was chosen for its global appeal and its symbolic connection to energy and innovation. Rosso’s pioneering spirit and desire to create […]
MCM
MCM: Iconic Luxury with a Modern Edge Origins and Founding MCM (Modern Creation München) was founded in 1976 in Munich, Germany, by Michael Cromer, a visionary who sought to redefine luxury with a focus on bold design and exceptional craftsmanship. The brand’s initials not only stand for its name but also reflect its ethos of creating products for the modern, global traveler. […]
Rombaut
Acne Studios
Acne Studios: Scandinavian Minimalism Meets Avant-Garde Innovation Origins Founded in 1996 in Stockholm, Sweden, Acne Studios began as part of the creative collective ACNE, an acronym for “Ambition to Create Novel Expressions.” This collective encompassed various disciplines, including graphic design, film, and advertising. In 1997, co-founder Jonny Johansson designed 100 pairs of raw denim jeans featuring distinctive red stitching, which he distributed to […]
Staud
Downtown It-Girl to Global Favorite: The Rise of Staud Origins and Founding Staud was founded in 2015 in Los Angeles by Sarah Staudinger and George Augusto. At a time when minimalist basics were dominating the fashion landscape, Staud launched as a colorful, vintage-inspired alternative for women who wanted to dress with a sense of joy […]
Christopher Esber
Christopher Esber: Redefining Modern Minimalism Origins and Founding Christopher Esber founded his eponymous label in 2010 in Sydney, Australia. With a background in tailoring and a deep understanding of fabric manipulation, Esber developed a unique design philosophy that marries clean, architectural lines with unexpected details. The brand’s ethos is rooted in creating clothing that feels […]
House of CB
House of CB: Sculpted Glamour for the Modern Muse Origins Founded in 2010 by then 17-year-old Conna Walker, House of CB (short for “Celeb Boutique”) began as an eBay venture reselling ready-made pieces. With a £3,880 loan from her father, Walker transformed her side hustle into a fashion empire, designing clothing that accentuates the hourglass silhouette. Headquartered […]
Alexander McQueen
Alexander McQueen: Dark Romanticism and Avant-Garde Mastery Origins and Founding Alexander McQueen, the iconic British luxury fashion house, was founded in 1992 by Lee Alexander McQueen, a designer celebrated for his uncompromising creativity and boundary-pushing designs. After honing his craft at Savile Row, where he mastered tailoring, McQueen brought his visionary aesthetic to the fashion world, merging dark romanticism with avant-garde innovation. The brand became […]
Larroude
Bold, Playful, and Powerfully Chic: The Statement Shoes of Larroudé Origins and Founding Larroudé was founded in 2020 by former Barneys fashion director Marina Larroudé and her husband, Ricardo Larroudé. Created in New York during the pandemic, the brand was born from Marina’s desire to offer beautifully designed shoes with designer-level quality at a more accessible price. […]