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 honest luxury—clothing and accessories made with intention, heritage materials, and impeccable tailoring.
Ownership and Leadership
Gabriela Hearst remains the founder and creative director of her namesake label. The brand is independently run and has earned critical acclaim for redefining luxury with ethics at its core. In 2020, Hearst was also appointed creative director of Chloé, where she infused similar values into the French house while maintaining her own brand’s distinct identity.
Aesthetic and Design Language
Gabriela Hearst’s aesthetic is luxurious, intellectual, and quietly commanding. Her collections feature long-line tailoring, fluid knitwear, sculptural leather goods, and heirloom-quality craftsmanship. Materials like recycled cashmere, silk, and linen are used in ways that celebrate texture and purity of form. Every piece is purposeful and refined—rooted in natural materials, classic silhouettes, and modern restraint. It’s fashion for the woman who leads with elegance, not excess.
Notable Pieces
- The Nina Bag – A sculptural, top-handle handbag with a distinctive crescent silhouette, now an icon.
- Tailored Wool Coats – Long, clean-lined outerwear crafted from natural or repurposed fibers.
- Cashmere Knit Dresses – Body-hugging knits that showcase Hearst’s mastery of minimalism and material.
- Leather Trench Coats – Signature pieces that combine sleek utility with a timeless edge.
- Zero-Waste Dresses – Special capsule pieces made with no material waste, constructed using one continuous thread.
Famous Fans
- Meghan Markle
- Jill Biden
- Zoë Kravitz
- Gillian Anderson
- Greta Thunberg
The Future
Gabriela Hearst continues to innovate in sustainable luxury, with a focus on regenerative agriculture, biodegradable materials, and long-term impact. As the brand expands into bridalwear, exclusive leather goods, and global pop-ups, it remains one of the most respected examples of fashion with conscience—and craftsmanship—at its core.
