Matteau
Minimalism by the Sea: Matteau’s Elevated Approach to Resortwear Origins and Founding Matteau was founded in 2015 by Australian sisters Ilona Hamer and Peta Heinsen. Ilona, a former fashion editor and stylist, and Peta, with a background in business, launched the brand with the goal of creating refined, timeless swimwear that would outlast seasonal trends. […]
House of Dagmar
House of Dagmar: Modern Scandinavian Minimalism with a Timeless Edge Origins and Founding House of Dagmar was founded in 2005 by sisters Karin Söderlind, Kristina Tjäder, and Sofia Wallenstam in Stockholm, Sweden. The brand was named after their grandmother, Dagmar, a skilled tailor whose commitment to craftsmanship and timeless style became the foundation of the brand’s ethos. Inspired by their grandmother’s legacy, the […]
Nour Hammour
Elevated Edge: Inside the World of Nour Hammour Origins and Founding Nour Hammour was founded in 2013 by Nour Hammour and Erin Conry Webb in Paris. The two friends met while studying at the Institut Français de la Mode and quickly bonded over a shared love of luxury materials and rebellious, rock-leaning fashion. They launched […]
IVY OAK
IVY OAK: Timeless Elegance with a Conscious Touch Origins Founded in 2016 by Caroline Gentz in Berlin, Germany, IVY OAK emerged from Gentz’s vision to create fashion that balances timeless elegance with sustainability. Drawing from her experiences in both luxury and fast fashion sectors, Gentz sought to design clothing that adapts to everyday life and its special moments, prioritizing quality […]
Base Range
Undone, Elevated, Intentional: Inside the Minimalism of Baserange Origins and Founding Baserange—short for “Basic Aesthetic for Sustainable Easywear”—was founded in 2012 by Danish designer Marie Louise Mogensen and Paris-based creative Blandine Legait. The brand was born out of a desire to create timeless, foundational clothing that felt soft on the skin, sustainable in practice, and […]
Elleme
Elleme: Parisian Minimalism with a Contemporary Twist Origins and Founding Elleme was established in 2015 by Jiwoong Jung, a designer with a vision to create timeless, understated handbagsthat blend Parisian elegance with modern practicality. Based in Paris, France, the brand takes its name from the French phrase “elle aime,” meaning “she loves,” encapsulating its mission to craft pieces that women will cherish. […]
Filippa K
Filippa K: Scandinavian Minimalism and Sustainable Elegance Origins and Founding Filippa K was founded in 1993 in Stockholm, Sweden, by Filippa Knutsson and Patrik Kihlborg. Born out of Knutsson’s desire to create a brand that prioritized simplicity, functionality, and timeless design, Filippa K became a pioneer in Scandinavian minimalism. The brand’s ethos revolves around creating versatile wardrobe staples that emphasize quality over quantity, offering […]
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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 […]
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