Loeffler Randall

Loeffler Randall: Timeless Accessories with Artistic Flair Origins and Founding Loeffler Randall was founded in 2004 by Jessie Randall and her husband Brian Murphy in Brooklyn, New York. Born from Jessie’s desire to create beautiful, wearable shoes that filled a gap in her own wardrobe, the brand has grown into a celebrated name in modern accessories and footwear. Named after Jessie’s family name, Loeffler Randall embodies […]

Patbo

Embellished and Empowered: The Bold World of PatBO Origins and Founding PatBO was founded in 2012 by Brazilian designer Patricia Bonaldi in Uberlândia, Brazil. After rising to fame with her namesake couture line, Bonaldi launched PatBO as a more accessible ready-to-wear brand that still carried her signature glamour and artisan roots. Merging red carpet drama […]

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 […]

Oak + Fort

Oak + Fort: Minimalist Fashion for Modern Living Origins and Founding Oak + Fort was founded in 2010 in Vancouver, Canada, with the mission to create accessible minimalist fashion for individuals seeking understated yet stylish designs. The brand’s founders, whose names remain intentionally low-profile to reflect the brand’s focus on its products rather than personalities, sought to redefine modern fashion with […]

Cara Cara

Effortless Glamour in Bloom: The World of Cara Cara Origins and Founding Cara Cara was founded in 2019 by friends Katie Hobbs, Sasha Martin, and Katie Mactier in New York City. The trio bonded over their shared appreciation for vintage textiles, romantic silhouettes, and the dream of creating wardrobe pieces that could transport you—whether you’re […]

Viktoria & Woods

Viktoria & Woods: Effortless Australian Luxury Origins and Founding Viktoria & Woods was founded in 2004 in Melbourne, Australia, by Margie Woods, with a vision to create timeless wardrobe staples that blend effortless elegance with understated luxury. The brand began with a singular focus on merino wool pieces, establishing its foundation in high-quality, sustainable materials. Over the years, Viktoria & Woods has expanded its […]

House of Dagmar

House of Dagmar: Modern Scandinavian Minimalism with a Timeless Edge Origins and Founding House of Dagmar was founded in 2005 by sisters Karin Söderlind, Kristina Tjäder, and Sofia Wallenstam in Stockholm, Sweden. The brand was named after their grandmother, Dagmar, a skilled tailor whose commitment to craftsmanship and timeless style became the foundation of the brand’s ethos. Inspired by their grandmother’s legacy, the […]

James Perse

James Perse: Minimalist Luxury and California Cool Origins and Founding James Perse, the eponymous label, was founded in 1994 in Los Angeles, California, by James Perse, the son of Tommy Perse, owner of the iconic Los Angeles boutique Maxfield. Growing up surrounded by fashion and art, Perse developed a keen eye for understated elegance and quality craftsmanship. Initially specializing in luxury baseball caps, the […]

Kenzo

Kenzo: A Bold Fusion of Cultures and Colors Origins and Founding Kenzo was founded in 1970 by Kenzo Takada, a Japanese designer who moved to Paris to bring his unique vision of fashion to the global stage. Opening his first boutique, Jungle Jap, Takada introduced the world to a vibrant blend of Japanese aesthetics and Parisian sophistication, creating clothing that celebrated bold prints, vibrant […]

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 […]