Flook
Flook The Label: Bohemian Minimalism with Island Roots Origins Flook The Label was founded in 2012 by British designer Nikki Flook. Born out of a deep connection to craftsmanship and travel, the brand found its creative home in Bali, Indonesia, where Nikki collaborated closely with local artisans to bring her vision to life. From the […]
Tropic of C
Tropic of C: Sustainable Swimwear with a Timeless Appeal Origins and Founding Tropic of C was founded in 2018 by Candice Swanepoel, the South African supermodel best known for her work with Victoria’s Secret. Inspired by her global travels, Swanepoel envisioned a swimwear brand that combined timeless, minimal designs with sustainability. Tropic of C reflects her deep connection […]
Faithfull The Brand
Faithfull The Brand: Vintage-Inspired Resortwear with Ethical Roots Origins Founded in 2014 by Sarah-Jane Abrahams (Australia) and Helle Them-Enger (Norway), Faithfull The Brand was born out of a desire to create timeless resortwear with an ethical foundation. The duo met while living in Bali and established the brand’s headquarters there, building a business model centered around handmade production, transparency, and craftsmanship. Faithfull became […]
Gil Rodriguez
Gil Rodriguez: Timeless Essentials with a Commitment to Slow Fashion Origins Gil Rodriguez was founded in 2018 by Eliana Gil Rodriguez, a Venezuelan-born, Canadian-raised creative. Eliana’s extensive background includes a decade-long tenure at American Apparel, where she served as head advertising director and womenswear designer. Her experience there inspired her to establish her own label, focusing on creating high-quality, timeless essentials […]
Mugler
Futuristic Femininity: Mugler’s Sculptural, Sensual Legacy Origins and Founding Mugler was founded in 1973 by French designer Manfred Thierry Mugler, a former ballet dancer whose theatrical background infused every collection with drama, precision, and fantasy. Throughout the late ’70s and ’80s, Mugler established itself as a fashion house rooted in hyper-sculpted silhouettes, sci-fi glamour, and […]
& 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 […]
GCDS
Playful Provocation and Pop Culture Couture: The World of GCDS Origins and Founding GCDS was founded in 2015 by brothers Giuliano and Giordano Calza in Milan, Italy. Initially launched as a line of T-shirts emblazoned with bold logos, the brand quickly gained traction for its vibrant designs and irreverent approach to fashion. The acronym GCDS originally stood […]
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, […]
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 […]
Sommer Swim
Jet Set Heat: Sommer Swim’s Sultry Minimalism Origins and Founding Sommer Swim was founded in 2016 by Anna-Maria Sommer, an Australian-born designer inspired by the glamorous beach destinations of Europe. Created for the modern sunseeker, the brand quickly became a go-to for luxe, high-cut swimwear made for vacations that never end. With a focus on […]