Gabriela Hearst
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 […]
J.Crew
J.Crew: Classic American Style with a Modern Twist Origins J.Crew was founded in 1983 in New York City by Emily Woods and her father Arthur Cinader. Initially launched as a mail-order catalog under the name Popular Club Plan, the brand rebranded to J.Crew with the aim of offering preppy, American sportswear with a more modern and accessible edge. The first retail store […]
Ulla Johnson
Ulla Johnson: Feminine Elegance with Bohemian Flair Origins and Founding Ulla Johnson founded her eponymous label in 2000 in New York City, drawing inspiration from her global travels and an upbringing steeped in art and culture. With a background in anthropology, Johnson’s designs reflect a deep appreciation for craftsmanship, cultural heritage, and natural beauty. From its early days as a small […]
Veronica Beard
Veronica Beard: Effortless Glamour with a Modern Edge Origins and Founding Veronica Beard was founded in 2010 by Veronica Miele Beard and Veronica Swanson Beard, two sisters-in-law who shared a vision to create versatile, stylish clothing for the modern woman. Based in New York City, the brand blends timeless tailoring with contemporary designs, offering pieces that transition seamlessly from day to night and work to […]
Free People
Bohemian Spirit, Free-Wheeling Style: The World of Free People Origins and Founding Free People began in the 1970s as a small boutique in West Philadelphia, created by Dick Hayne—who later went on to found Urban Outfitters. Relaunched in 2001 under the Urban Outfitters, Inc. umbrella, Free People was reimagined as a contemporary bohemian brand for […]
Proenza Schouler
Proenza Schouler: Experimental Elegance and Contemporary Luxury Origins and Founding Proenza Schouler was founded in 2002 by designers Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez, who met while studying at Parsons School of Design in New York. The duo named the brand after their mothers’ maiden names, reflecting their personal connection to the label. Proenza Schouler made an immediate impact with its graduate thesis […]
Loewe
Loewe: The Pinnacle of Spanish Craftsmanship and Avant-Garde Luxury Origins and Founding Loewe was founded in 1846 in Madrid, Spain, originally as a collective of Spanish leather artisans. In 1872, German-born craftsman Enrique Loewe Roessberg joined the atelier and established Loewe as a luxury leather goods brand, blending Spanish artistry with European refinement. Over the years, Loewe has become renowned for its exquisite craftsmanship, particularly in […]
Simon Miller
Color, Character, and the Cult of Simon Miller Origins Simon Miller began in 2008 as a men’s denim label inspired by Japanese selvedge and raw materials. But the brand’s real turning point came in 2013 when Chelsea Hansford joined the team—and by 2016, she’d taken full creative control. With a fearless vision, she reshaped Simon […]
Cole Haan
Cole Haan: American Heritage with Modern Innovation Origins and Founding Cole Haan was founded in 1928 in Chicago, Illinois, by Trafton Cole and Eddie Haan. Originally specializing in men’s dress shoes, the brand quickly became known for its exceptional craftsmanship and classic designs. Over the decades, Cole Haan expanded into women’s footwear, accessories, and outerwear, evolving into a globally recognized brand that blends traditional style with […]
Alexandre Birman
Brazilian Glamour, Italian Craft: Alexandre Birman’s Signature Stiletto Origins and Founding Alexandre Birman launched his eponymous label in 2008, drawing from a childhood spent in the Brazilian footwear industry and a lifelong passion for shoemaking. Known for his signature use of exotic skins, feminine lines, and handcrafted techniques, Birman quickly became a global favorite for […]