Dion Lee
THIS BRAND IS NO LONGER ACTIVE Founding and Vision Dion Lee, an Australian designer, founded his eponymous fashion brand in 2009. Known for its innovative designs and architectural precision, the brand quickly gained recognition both in Australia and internationally. Dion Lee’s vision is to merge traditional tailoring with experimental construction techniques, creating garments that are […]
Acne Studios
Acne Studios: Scandinavian Minimalism Meets Avant-Garde Innovation Origins Founded in 1996 in Stockholm, Sweden, Acne Studios began as part of the creative collective ACNE, an acronym for “Ambition to Create Novel Expressions.” This collective encompassed various disciplines, including graphic design, film, and advertising. In 1997, co-founder Jonny Johansson designed 100 pairs of raw denim jeans featuring distinctive red stitching, which he distributed to […]
Michael Lo Sordo
Michael Lo Sordo: Glamour, Drama & Modern Romance Origins Michael Lo Sordo was born in 1984 in Sydney, Australia, into an Italian‑heritage family. He originally enrolled in a culinary program, contemplating a chef’s path, but quickly shifted to fashion after discovering his aptitude for design and drawing. He studied fashion and textiles at East Sydney […]
Staud
Downtown It-Girl to Global Favorite: The Rise of Staud Origins and Founding Staud was founded in 2015 in Los Angeles by Sarah Staudinger and George Augusto. At a time when minimalist basics were dominating the fashion landscape, Staud launched as a colorful, vintage-inspired alternative for women who wanted to dress with a sense of joy […]
Christopher Esber
Christopher Esber: Redefining Modern Minimalism Origins and Founding Christopher Esber founded his eponymous label in 2010 in Sydney, Australia. With a background in tailoring and a deep understanding of fabric manipulation, Esber developed a unique design philosophy that marries clean, architectural lines with unexpected details. The brand’s ethos is rooted in creating clothing that feels […]
A.Emery
The Sandal, Refined: A.EMERY’s Minimalist Footwear Mastery Origins and Founding A.EMERY was launched in 2017 by Anna McLaren, an Australian designer who sought to redefine the resort sandal through a lens of architectural minimalism and refined quality. Frustrated by the lack of sleek, elevated sandals suitable for both beachwear and urban life, McLaren created A.EMERY […]
Camilla and Marc
Camilla and Marc: Modern Sophistication with Australian Roots Origins and Founding Camilla and Marc was established in 2003 by siblings Camilla Freeman-Topper and Marc Freeman in Sydney, Australia. Combining Camilla’s expertise in fashion design, honed at the Whitehouse Institute of Design and Parsons School of Design, with Marc’s background in finance, the brand was built to redefine contemporary luxury with a distinctly Australian sensibility. The brand reflects a commitment […]
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Casa Blanca
Retro Romance and Après-Sport Luxury: The World of Casablanca Origins and Founding Casablanca was founded in 2018 by French-Moroccan designer Charaf Tajer. Drawing inspiration from his dual heritage, the brand blends Parisian elegance with the vibrant spirit of Morocco. The name “Casablanca” pays homage to the city where Tajer’s parents met, encapsulating a narrative of love, culture, […]
Almada Label
Almada Label: Conscious Luxury from the Nordics Origins Founded in 2020 by Finnish influencers Alexa Dagmar and Linda Juhola, Almada Label was created to offer a modern, seasonless wardrobe that transcends fleeting trends. The brand reflects the founders’ vision of combining traditional craftsmanship with contemporary design. Ownership Almada Label is a privately held company, with its founders actively overseeing its creative direction […]