Savette

Savette: Modern Handbags Rooted in Timeless Elegance Origins and Founding Savette was founded in 2020 by Amy Zurek, a designer with a background in luxury fashion at The Row and Khaite. Based in New York City, the brand emerged from Zurek’s vision to create modern handbags that celebrate craftsmanship, minimalism, and timeless design. Named after a French word associated with small treasures, Savette combines artisanal craftsmanship with a contemporary […]

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 […]

Helmut Lang

Helmut Lang: The Pioneer of Minimalist Fashion Origins and Founding Helmut Lang, the eponymous brand, was founded in 1986 by Helmut Lang, an Austrian designer known for his revolutionary approach to fashion. Emerging in a time dominated by excess and opulence, Lang introduced a minimalist aesthetic that redefined the industry. His designs focused on clean lines, innovative fabrics, and a subtle yet […]

Flattered

Flattered: Scandinavian Footwear with a Feminine Touch Origins Founded in 2013 in Stockholm, Sweden, Flattered began with a mission to create elegant and comfortable footwear for modern women. The brand draws inspiration from Scandinavian design principles, emphasizing functionality and aesthetics.​ Ownership Flattered operates as a privately held company, with a focus on craftsmanship and sustainable production.​ Aesthetic Flattered’s aesthetic blends minimalist […]

Nanushka

Nanushka: Modern Bohemian Elegance with a Sustainable Soul Origins and Founding Nanushka was founded in 2006 in Budapest, Hungary, by Sandra Sandor, who named the brand after her childhood nickname. A graduate of the London College of Fashion, Sandor envisioned Nanushka as a label that blends modern, bohemian-inspired designs with a commitment to sustainability and craftsmanship. Rooted in Hungarian traditions yet globally influenced, […]

Akris

Architectural Elegance from Switzerland: Akris’ Precision Minimalism Origins and Founding Akris was founded in 1922 in St. Gallen, Switzerland, by Alice Kriemler-Schoch, who began by crafting embroidered aprons. The name “Akris” is derived from her initials, and over the decades, the brand evolved into one of Europe’s most refined luxury fashion houses. Under the direction […]

AMI Paris

Parisian Ease with a Tailored Twist: AMI Paris Origins and Founding AMI Paris was founded in 2011 by Alexandre Mattiussi, a French designer with experience at Dior, Givenchy, and Marc Jacobs. With a name that literally means “friend” in French and echoes the founder’s initials, AMI set out to bring the effortless elegance of real […]

Simkhai

Sensual Structure: Inside the World of Simkhai Origins and Founding Simkhai was founded in 2010 by Jonathan Simkhai in New York City. A Parsons graduate, Simkhai set out to design garments that merged architectural tailoring with a sensual, body-forward perspective. Early collections focused on elevated basics with unexpected cutouts, sleek textures, and modern femininity. The […]