& Other Stories
& Other Stories: A Global Tapestry of Feminine Fashion Origins & Other Stories was launched in 2013 as part of the H&M Group, with the vision of offering a diverse range of women’s fashion that encourages personal storytelling through style. The brand debuted with seven stores in major cities including Barcelona, Berlin, Copenhagen, London, Milan, Paris, and Stockholm, and has since expanded to over 50 stores […]
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 […]
Pixie market
Modern Staples, Future-Minded: Pixie Market’s Cool Minimalism Origins and Founding Pixie Market was founded in 2006 in New York City as a boutique retailer before evolving into an in-house label focused on creating trend-aware yet timeless pieces. The brand quickly became known for offering elevated essentials with a fashion-forward twist—blending minimalism, smart tailoring, and sustainability […]
Jigsaw
Jigsaw: Timeless British Fashion with a Contemporary Edge Origins and Founding Jigsaw was founded in 1970 in the United Kingdom by John Robinson, with the goal of creating beautifully crafted, timeless pieces that transcend seasonal trends. The brand quickly established itself as a staple of British high-street fashion, known for its understated elegance, premium materials, and classic silhouettes. Jigsaw’s philosophy is that fashion is temporary, […]
Clyque
Statement Layers with Edge: CLYQUE’s Cult-Favorite Cool-Girl Aesthetic Origins and Founding CLYQUE was founded in Los Angeles in 2020 by fashion insiders Tiffany Dean and Damaris Evans, with a mission to create modern layering pieces that bridge streetwear with luxury. Designed to be worn from the studio to the street, CLYQUE (pronounced “clique”) quickly caught […]
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 […]
Alice + Olivia
Bold, Glamorous, and Always Dressed: Alice + Olivia’s Maximalist Charm Origins and Founding Alice + Olivia was founded in 2002 by Stacey Bendet, who first gained attention for her flattering, fashion-forward trousers. From that standout moment, the brand quickly expanded into a full womenswear collection defined by bold color, playful prints, and a dressed-up attitude. […]
KHAITE
KHAITE: Redefining Modern American Luxury Origins and Founding KHAITE (pronounced “kate”) was founded in 2016 by Catherine Holstein, a New York-based designer with a vision to create a brand that bridges the gap between timelessness and modernity. Named after the Greek word for “long, flowing hair,” KHAITE embodies a sense of ease and fluidity while maintaining an air […]
Little Liffner
Understated Sculptural Luxury: The Modern Vision of Little Liffner Origins and Founding Little Liffner was founded in 2012 by Paulina Liffner von Sydow in Stockholm. With a background in fashion PR and a keen eye for art and architecture, Liffner launched the brand to offer sculptural leather handbags with a refined, minimalist sensibility. Rooted in […]
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