Cesta Collective

Ethical Luxury and Handwoven Elegance: The World of Cesta Collective Origins and Founding Cesta Collective was founded in 2018 by Erin Ryder and Courtney Weinblatt Fasciano, two fashion industry veterans who met through a mutual friend. Their shared vision was to create a brand that combined ethical practices with high-end design, leading to the inception of […]

Wales Bonner

Cultural Elegance and Intellectual Design: The World of Wales Bonner Origins and Founding Wales Bonner was established in 2014 by Grace Wales Bonner, a London-born designer of Jamaican and English heritage.After graduating from Central Saint Martins, she launched her brand with a focus on menswear, aiming to explore and express the nuances of Black identity […]

A.L.C.

A.L.C.: Empowering Women with Modern, Elevated Essentials Origins and Founding A.L.C. was founded in 2009 by Andrea Lieberman, a celebrated stylist turned designer. After building a successful career styling A-list celebrities such as Gwen Stefani and Jennifer Lopez, Lieberman launched A.L.C. to create versatile, elevated pieces for modern women. Based in Los Angeles, the brand reflects Lieberman’s focus on effortless sophistication, blending […]

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 […]

CO

CO: Elevated Essentials with a Timeless Touch Origins Established in 2011 in Los Angeles by designers Stephanie Danan and Justin Kern, CO was created to offer a line of ready-to-wear women’s clothing that combines a sense of luxury with ease. ​ Ownership CO operates as a privately held company, with its founders deeply involved in the brand’s creative direction and business operations.​ Aesthetic CO’s […]

Area

AREA: Avant-Garde Glamour with Crystalline Precision Origins Founded in 2014 in New York City by designers Beckett Fogg and Piotrek Panszczyk, AREA emerged from the duo’s shared passion for fabric transformation and innovative design. The brand quickly gained recognition for its unique blend of classic couture elements with modern sensibilities. ​ Ownership AREA operates as an independent, privately held company, with its founders maintaining creative […]

Evan Kinori

Evan Kinori: Quiet Utility, Crafted for a Lifetime Origins Evan Kinori founded his eponymous label in 2015 in San Francisco, California. Initially drawn to the city by its vibrant skateboarding culture, Kinori transitioned from studying philosophy to pursuing patternmaking at the Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising. His brand emerged from a desire to create thoughtfully designed, […]

Tara Jarmon

Parisian Playfulness with Polish: Tara Jarmon’s Joyful Sophistication Origins and Founding Tara Jarmon was founded in the 1980s by Canadian-born designer Tara Jarmon after she moved to Paris to study fashion. Blending North American confidence with quintessential French charm, her namesake brand quickly became known for its upbeat, feminine style that embodied the spirit of […]

Interior

Interior: Subversive Elegance from New York Origins Founded in 2020 by lifelong friends Jack Miner and Lily Miesmer, Interior emerged as a distinctive voice in New York’s fashion scene. The duo, who met in eighth grade, combined their backgrounds in fashion operations and editorial to create a brand that challenges conventional aesthetics. Their inaugural collection […]

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