Polene
Sculptural Simplicity: Polène’s Parisian Leather Legacy Origins and Founding Polène was founded in 2016 by siblings Antoine, Mathieu, and Elsa Mothay. With a family background in French fashion manufacturing, the trio launched the label to bridge traditional leather craftsmanship with clean, sculptural design. Their debut bag, the Numéro Un, introduced a softly structured silhouette that […]
Club Monaco
Club Monaco: Timeless Sophistication for the Modern Wardrobe Origins and Founding Club Monaco was founded in 1985 in Toronto, Canada, by Joe Mimran and Alfred Sung, two designers with a vision of creating timeless, versatile pieces that bridge the gap between luxury and accessibility. Their mission was simple but revolutionary: to offer “better basics”—clothing that was effortlessly chic, high-quality, and perfectly suited […]
My Mum Made It
My Mum Made It: Bold Streetwear with a Playful Edge Origins and Founding My Mum Made It (MMMI) was founded in 2013 by Australian designer Nyree Leckenby. The brand started in Nyree’s studio apartment, where she hand-crafted garments using thrifted materials such as curtains and bed linens. The name “My Mum Made It” originated as a playful response to questions about […]
Clio Peppiatt
Embellished Fantasy and Feminine Rebellion: The World of Clio Peppiatt Origins and Founding Clio Peppiatt founded her eponymous label in 2015, drawing upon her background in illustration and a deep appreciation for traditional craftsmanship. Raised in an artistic family in Paris, she honed her skills in embroidery and design, leading to the creation of a brand […]
Strathberry
Sculptural Simplicity with Scottish Roots: Strathberry’s Signature Elegance Origins and Founding Strathberry was founded in 2013 by husband-and-wife duo Guy and Leeanne Hundleby in Edinburgh, Scotland. With a background in business and a passion for design, the couple launched the brand with a mission to create luxury handbags that married architectural form with understated refinement. […]
Sisters and Seekers
Syndical Chamber
Isa Boulder
Subversive Femininity and Handcrafted Innovation: The World of Isa Boulder Origins and Founding Isa Boulder was founded in 2016 by Indonesian designers Cecilia Basari and Yuli Suri in Bali. The brand began as a bespoke swimwear label, utilizing the expertise of local artisans. Over time, it evolved into a fashion house known for its handcrafted knitwear and […]
Off White
Off-White: Redefining Streetwear with High-Fashion Edge Origins and Founding Off-White was founded in 2012 by Virgil Abloh, a multidisciplinary designer and creative visionary. Based in Milan, Italy, Off-White was conceived as a brand that blurred the lines between streetwear and luxury, combining urban aesthetics with high-fashion influences. The brand’s name, “Off-White,” represents a conceptual space between black and white, reflecting Abloh’s approach […]
Agent Provocateur
Agent Provocateur: The Pinnacle of Provocative Luxury Origins and Founding Agent Provocateur was founded in 1994 by Joseph Corré and Serena Rees in Soho, London. Born out of a desire to redefine lingerie as both sensual and empowering, the brand broke away from traditional perceptions of underwear. Corré, the son of iconic designer Vivienne Westwood, infused the brand with a rebellious, boundary-pushing ethos, […]