16 Arlington
16Arlington: The Epitome of Modern Glamour Origins and Founding 16Arlington was founded in 2017 by the dynamic design duo Marco Capaldo and Federica Cavenati. The brand is named after their shared London apartment, where the partnership first blossomed creatively. Combining their Italian heritage with the eclectic energy of London, the designers developed a signature aesthetic that is both […]
Ann Demeulemeester
Poetic Minimalism and Subversive Romance: Ann Demeulemeester’s Enduring Legacy Origins and Founding Ann Demeulemeester launched her namesake label in 1985 in Antwerp, Belgium, alongside her husband and creative partner, Patrick Robyn. A graduate of the Royal Academy of Fine Arts and a founding member of the avant-garde collective known as the Antwerp Six, Demeulemeester quickly gained […]
Tove Studio
Versace
Versace: The Iconic Italian Fashion House Origins and Founding Versace, officially known as Gianni Versace S.r.l., is an Italian luxury fashion brand founded in 1978 by Gianni Versace. Born in Reggio Calabria, Italy, Gianni distinguished himself with innovative designs and a unique ability to combine classical art with contemporary fashion. His first boutique opened on Via […]
Dries Van Noten
Dries Van Noten: The Master of Modern Opulence Origins Dries Van Noten launched his namesake label in 1986, debuting his first menswear collection in London as part of the influential Antwerp Six. Born in Antwerp in 1958, Van Noten hails from a lineage of tailors and garment merchants. He studied fashion at the Royal Academy of Fine […]
Jimmy Choo
Jimmy Choo: Glamour and Luxury from Head to Toe Origins Jimmy Choo was founded in 1996 by Jimmy Choo, a Malaysian-born bespoke shoemaker, and Tamara Mellon, a former accessories editor at British Vogue. Choo had already established a reputation in London’s elite fashion circles for his handcrafted shoes, which were favored by celebrities and royalty — including Princess Diana. Mellon recognized […]
Zegna
Zegna: Italian Craftsmanship and Contemporary Menswear Origins and Founding Zegna, originally known as Ermenegildo Zegna, was founded in 1910 by Ermenegildo Zegna in Trivero, Italy. The brand began as a small textile company specializing in producing luxury wool fabrics, with Ermenegildo’s vision to create the finest textiles in the world. Over time, Zegna expanded into […]
Pucci
Pucci: The Icon of Italian Glamour and Vibrant Design Origins and Founding Pucci, officially known as Emilio Pucci, was founded in 1947 by Emilio Pucci, a Florentine aristocrat and visionary designer. Often referred to as the “Prince of Prints,” Emilio Pucci revolutionized fashion with his bold, kaleidoscopic patterns and fluid, lightweight fabrics. The brand’s origins trace back to Emilio’s passion for […]
Khiry
Fine Jewelry with a Point of View: The Power of Khiry Origins and Founding Khiry was founded in 2016 by Jameel Mohammed, a then-student at the University of Pennsylvania who began designing jewelry as a political and artistic response to the lack of Black representation in the luxury fashion space. What started as a side […]