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Danielle Guizio

Danielle Guizio: Bold, Empowered Streetwear for the Modern Woman Origins and Founding Danielle Guizio launched her eponymous label in 2014, driven by a vision to create bold, unapologetic designs that empower women. Based in New York City, the brand began with a focus on streetwear-inspired pieces and quickly gained traction for its sexy, confident aesthetic. Guizio’s background in fashion merchandising and her […]

Koio

Koio: Modern Luxury Sneakers with Italian Craftsmanship Origins and Founding Koio was founded in 2015 by Chris Wichert and Johannes Quodt, two friends with a shared passion for luxury sneakers. The duo set out to create a brand that fused high-quality Italian craftsmanship with a clean, minimalist design. Inspired by their love for streetwear and timeless aesthetics, Koio quickly became known for […]

Del Toro

Del Toro: Italian Craftsmanship Meets Contemporary Design Origins Founded in 2005 by Matthew Chevallard and his friends from a New England prep school, Del Toro began as a bespoke slipper company aimed at commemorating their school experiences. The brand quickly evolved, blending Italian sophistication with American prep style, and relocated to Miami, Florida, where it gained prominence for its unique footwear […]

Tods

Tod’s: Italian Craftsmanship and Timeless Elegance Origins and Founding Tod’s was founded in the early 20th century by Filippo Della Valle in Casette d’Ete, Italy, initially as a small family-run shoe workshop. The brand was later revolutionized by his grandson, Diego Della Valle, who transformed Tod’s into a global symbol of Italian luxury and artisanal craftsmanship. Tod’s is best known for […]

Montblanc

Montblanc: Heritage Craftsmanship Meets Modern Luxury Origins Founded in 1906 in Berlin, Montblanc began as a manufacturer of luxury writing instruments. Over the years, the brand has expanded its product range to include watches, leather goods, and accessories, all while maintaining its commitment to fine European craftsmanship. ​ Ownership Since 1993, Montblanc has been a subsidiary of the Swiss Richemont Group, aligning […]

Saxx

Performance from the Inside Out: SAXX’s Anti-Chafe Innovation Origins and Founding SAXX was founded in 2006 by Trent Kitsch after an uncomfortable fishing trip inspired him to design better men’s underwear—specifically with anti-chafing support. What began as a niche idea became a game-changing innovation in the men’s underwear space, thanks to its now-iconic BallPark Pouch™ […]

Intimissimi

Intimissimi: Italian Lingerie with Timeless Elegance Origins Intimissimi was founded in 1996 in Verona, Italy as part of the Calzedonia Group, which also owns Calzedonia and Tezenis. The brand was created to offer high-quality, sophisticated lingerie and intimate apparel at an accessible price point. From the beginning, Intimissimi set itself apart by combining Italian design sensibilities with luxurious fabrics and […]

Bombas

Comfort With a Cause: The Bombas Mission Origins and Founding Bombas was founded in 2013 by David Heath and Randy Goldberg in New York City after they learned that socks are the most requested clothing item in U.S. homeless shelters. With a simple yet impactful idea—make better socks and donate a pair for every one […]

Brooks Brothers

Brooks Brothers: The Timeless Standard of American Style Origins and Founding Brooks Brothers, the oldest clothing retailer in the United States, was founded in 1818 by Henry Sands Brooks in New York City. What began as a small shop offering ready-to-wear garments quickly grew into a cornerstone of American menswear, setting standards for quality, innovation, and timeless style. With a history spanning over […]

Tommy John

Fit, Feel, Function: Tommy John’s Tailored Take on Underwear Origins and Founding Tommy John was founded in 2008 by Tom Patterson and his wife Erin Fujimoto after Patterson, a medical device salesman, grew frustrated with ill-fitting undershirts. Their solution: a better undershirt, followed by a line of equally well-engineered underwear, loungewear, and apparel designed to […]