Based in Northern Italy, Album Di Famiglia is a family-run label founded by designer Monica Rusconi. A minimalist line with a focus on sustainability and high quality textiles, Album pieces are made for everyday comfort and style.
Antipast is a Japanese brand established in the early 1990's by textile designers Junko Jinushi and Kyoko Kato, who collaborated on accessories and costumes for magazines before launching their own line. Their highly coveted socks and accessories are beautiful, intricate, and whimsical.
AODress
AODRESS launched in Japan in 2012. Seeing the beauty of the handwoven materials and the highly skilled embroidery craftspeople in India, they realized the importance of preserving that craft. AODress aims to combine that tradition with their own unique sensibilities. The clothing is all produced in Japan using hand-spun fabrics and intricate hand embroideries from India.
Apuntob
ApuntoB (a.b) is an Italian fashion brand based in Rome. Founded by Barbara Garofalo, who studied fashion design at the Accademia Costume & Moda. Their clothing has an effortless simplicity to it, with clear attention to quality fabrics and expert patternmaking.
Arts & Science
Arts & Science encompasses a brand and seven shops, all based in Tokyo. Founder and creative director, Sonya Park, has crafted a world in which fashion is a foundation and essential component of her larger devotion to the art of daily life. To wear, to dwell, to eat, and to do so with discernment is at the heart of A&S.
Astier de Villatte
Astier de Villatte was founded in Paris by Benoît Astier de Villatte and Ivan Pericoli. Their unique take on ceramics and various home goods are made in a Bastille workshop that used to house Napolean’s silversmith. Beginning with black terracotta, each piece is molded into shape using an old technique called estampage, before air-drying. It is then fired in the kiln and finished with an application of Astier’s signature white glaze. Ivan and Benoît celebrate imperfections and the handmade process ensures that no two pieces are exactly alike.
Atelier Inscrire
Damaris Vrandecic is based in Menorca, a Mediterranean island with a strong shoemaking tradition. The fine materials used in her shoes are treated in a most undorthodox fashion - leather is washed, boiled, wrinkled, and manipulated to create unusual textures. Organic matter is combined with gold, oxidized brass, or silver. Each piece is a unique item or part of a very limited batch, assembled entirely by hand, and almost always with her signature ribbon laces.
Atelier Suppan
The designer behind ATELIER SUPPAN immerses herself in the artistic process of her collections. Her work is not conceptual - she hopes her unique, timeless, and wearable pieces will be simply understood. Hems are often hand finished, closures are typically handmade 925 sterling silver, fabric is hand dyed and tags are hand written. Shapes are twisted and closures off center, many allowing for adjustable sizing with spaced thread bars for sturdy silver hooks to catch. The craftsmanship of her garments is impeccable. All pieces are limited edition and handmade in her Paris atelier by a very small team.
The Backward Vendor
April Mai is the founder and creator of London-based The Backward Vendor. April is all about the handmade process and looking to craft and tradition in her approach to design. She uses only raw and naturally dyed materials in her clothing, bags, shoes, and home goods. There is no uniformity to the The Backward Vendor - goods may be made only once or twice - dependent on the spirit and the direction of the time and material sourcing.
Boboutic
Boboutic was born in 2000 out of the collaboration between knitwear designer Michel Bergamo and architect/photographer Cristina Zamagni. In 2012, the duo was joined by designer Niccolò Magrelli. Boboutic’s approach to knitwear is unpredictable, aiming at creating a product where materials and structures compensate each other.
The yarn, considered as an endless line, is ideally kept intact by rejecting the use of scissors in the making of the garments. They work around the idea of a “knitwear wardrobe”, living and working in Florence, Italy.
Casey Casey
Designed by Gareth Casey in Paris, France. Casey Casey's impeccably constructed workwear inspired garments use the finest milled traditional fabrics. These pieces are made to live in and stand the test of time.
CP Shades is about natural fiber, garment-dyed intentional clothing - the pieces you reach for again and again. 40 years onward and their vision has stayed the same, producing every collection using 100% renewable solar energy in their spot on the Sausalito waterfront in the SF Bay Area. They cut, sew, and garment dye all by hand.
Each piece starts out white or in an unwashed state and is then dyed or washed at high temperatures - preshrinking and softening which gives the garment a lived-in feel.
Dellecose
DELLECOSE is an innovative design team founded in 1998 by a Japanese & Italian duo, based in Milan. They are defined by inventive construction and enriched by subtle details. Their goods are garment dyed and their leather vegetable tanned to give the finish an antique appearance.
École de Curiosités
ÉCOLE DE CURIOSITÉS was born in Paris in the fall of 2016 by Japanese designer Hans Ito, creating sustainably conscious design with refined craftsmanship that revitalizes classic individuality.
Inspired by the late 19th century to early 20th century era in Europe - whether it is a flamboyant dress or workwear - Ecole designs meaningful garments by transforming the style of proper clothing into a more modern look.
Elena Dawson creates timeless and beautiful semi-deconstructed garments in her East Sussex studio. She studied at the University of Brighton and began working as a seamstress after graduating, which turned out to be an invaluable experience. “I draw on the knowledge I learned at the tailors still now in the way I make clothing,” she says. “When you work on alterations you are really tearing the guts out of the garment, performing a sort of autopsy—you really get to see a garment at its most vulnerable point. Observing this state of semi deconstruction in the making of a garment or shoe is what I like to retain in my finished work."
She launched Paul Harnden Clothiers with Paul Harnden in 2000, and left in 2006 to start her own line by her own aesthetic standards. All pieces are sewn, dyed, and hand printed in house by a very small team.
Gasa*
GASA * is designed by Mie Igarashi in Tokyo, Japan. GASA means “Gauze” in Spanish and is a delicate but strong material with many uses, and GASA * intends the clothing to reflect that, combining kindness and strength in their designs with the use of natural materials.
Guidi
Guidi originated in 1896 when Guido Guidi, Giovanni Rosellini and Gino Ulivo established ‘Conceria Guidi Rosellini’ in Tuscany - where leather tanning can be traced back to the middle ages. With a traditionalist approach, Guidi designs and produces footwear that reflects advanced technologies combined with long developed skills.
Still family-owned and now headed by Ruggero Guidi, Guidi shoes are entirely handmade and ‘object-dyed’ - dyed after assembly - making the shoes look and feel soft and rendering the entire shoe the same color. Guidi is known to be one of the highest quality suppliers in the world, still refusing the mass production logic.
Hallelujah
Hallelujah's unique collections are made in Kyoto, Japan. The designer Yasuhiro Kawasaki creates thoughtful clothes that last and capture the modern times and traditions with an artisanal fabrication. Respectful of the skin, they source high quality Belgian linen and virgin wool from a very old textile mill in Kyoto.
"Made with a great sense of detail in order to make clothes that accompany you all of your life : beautiful, resistant, necessary, essential."
Hannoh Wessel
H+ Hannoh Wessel is Paris-based and German-born designer Hannoh Wessel. His clothing is comfortable, timeless, impeccably constructed, and utilitarian. Manufactured in a small factory in Northern Italy, his love for natural textiles and unexpected details is apparent in every single piece.
Ichi Antiquités
Injiri
Lauren Manoogian
Brooklyn-based knitwear designer Lauren Manoogian creates lifestyle pieces that have a handmade, earthly feel. Natural material choices along with a dedication to sustainable and sincere handcrafted production practices inform each collection's composition, and highlight the designer's personal and deep knowledge of textile development.
Maison de Soil
Japanese line Maison de Soil was established in 2009 and based on the concept of comfort and relaxation. Their clothing is meant to bring out the best qualities of the material, and everything is hand dyed and hand block printed by skilled artisans in India.
Manuelle Guibal
Since 1991, Manuelle Guibal has designed under her own name. She begins each collection with research on materials and shapes in her Paris atelier. Her pared-down, contemporary clothes are focused on longevity, balance and freedom. "Freedom to put pieces together at a whim, freedom to move and freedom – simply – to be oneself." Manuelle detests the stilted crispness of new clothes, so she imbues each garment and collection with the patina of time - her garments are full of emotion, softness, and history.
Marc LeBihan
The work of Marc LeBihan eludes easy classification. As a Paris-based artist and designer, Marc LeBihan is a rigorous conceptualist. A believer in timeless fashion rather than transitory trends, he develops a very personal, deep, and dream-like universe without conforming to the constraints of the commercial mode.
Marsèll
Marsèll was founded in 2001 as the expression of a new craft culture. With intimate knowledge of the best raw materials, an eye for balancing different elements, and direct control over production, Marsèll has an established global presence. The brand’s character is defined by the forms and finishes of its products - contrasting shades, raw cuts, different textures - all strictly handmade by the expert men and women at their workshop in the Riviera del Brenta Area, near Venice, Italy.
Mykita
Raw and unpolished acetate frames, removed at an early stage in the production process - the visible traces of the milling process make each model unique. The supremely light and flexible metal frames are all meticulously handcrafted from stainless steel sheets less than 0.5 mm thick.
All MYKITA lenses offer total defense from UVA and UVB rays as well as maximum glare protection.
prïvate 02 04 is a Denmark-based line whose production methods truly align with the Slow Fashion movement. The process of their "slow cashmere" begins at the foot of the Alps in Northern Italy, where they source pure cashmere from local family mills who have been working with natural yarn for centuries. The fibers are woven on rare mid-century looms and skilled artisans wash the fibers repeatedly to achieve the desired texture. Each piece is then stitched, frayed, and/or subtly embroidered entirely by hand rendering each prïvate 02 04 garment truly distinctive.
Ricorrrobe
Ricorrrobe is designed by a London-based Japanese designer, Rico Tsubota, who worked as a pattern cutter for 13 years before launching her own line. All of her pieces are made for comfort and wearability, they're timeless and versatile, and sometimes even reversible. All of the cutting, sewing and dyeing is done in by hand in limited quantities by a small team in their studio and converted backyard.
SCHA
“Smart people for smart hats.” These unique, sculptural hats are designed by Polish artist Ewa Kulasek in Germany.
They are about beauty, simplicity, and reduction. Her clothing line is reflective of that as well.
Serie Numerica
Maria de Ambrogio and Stella Tosco launched SerieNumerica in 2009 in Turin, Italy. They work closely with local artisans in order to rediscover and change the culture that typically distinguishes the ‘Made in Italy’ products. By pushing the boundaries of the traditional techniques and by altering the rules of classical design, together the designers add value to the raw materials of Italy.
Sofie D'Hoore
Belgian designer Sofie d’Hoore studied at the Royal Academy of Fine Arts in Antwerp. She launched her line in 1992, and quickly became known for her minimalist approach to comfortable, well-structured clothing. While there are whimsical elements to some of Sofie's designs in terms of colors and geometric proportions, she retains a modern practicality to her designs. Her primary focus is on precise cutting and quality fabrics.
Sophie Digard
French crochet and design legend Sophie Digard established her label in 1999. Her pieces are intricately embroidered and crocheted entirely by hand using single-ply merino wool, linen, and cotton velvet. The yarn is hand-dyed in France using vegetable dyes, then sent to Madagascar where she employs female artisans to crochet and embroider each truly special and unique piece.
Studio Kettle
Yorkshire-based Studio Kettle was founded in 2019 by Alex Jones. Alex prefers to think of garments as narrative objects. The story of a garment begins with the process of its creation - it's loaded with the history of honest workmanship. Many of Studio Kettle's items are cut from abstract paintings on canvas, and thus their narrative begins as a work of art. When a person comes to own a garment, this narrative evolves. When we are conscientious about the purchases we make, we value and respect our belongings in a deeper way. These pieces are meant to be worn and well loved, and to stand the test of time.
Each piece is unique and entirely handmade, often using culatta leather (a special cut of the hide known for its unique texture variations) and handmade wrought iron fastenings and accessories - some of which are repurposed from late 19th century wrought iron chains.
Uma Wang studied at China Textile University and Central Saint Martins before launching her label in 2005. Uma is particularly skilled in combining a wide range of fabrics and textures to create strong garments with beautiful detailing, that in her words resemble a harmony between East and West. She is one of China’s first internationally successful designers and has been awarded a number of prestigious fashion awards over the years.
Carin Mansfield's slow fashion line Universal Utility effortlessly combines style and comfort. Each piece is beautifully made out of exquisite fabrics and often times hand finished. For over 15 years, Universal Utility has been creating clothing that is without season, time, age and trend - giving you life long garments you'll want to wear again and again.
Werkstatt München was founded in 1996 by Klaus Lohmeyer, after having studied at the prestigious Staatliche Berufsfachschule für Glas und Schmuck of Kaufbeuren and becoming a master craftsman. Drawing inspiration from contemporary culture, past memories and symbolism, Klaus aims to embellish people with their very own personality. Sterling silver pieces are hand-hammered to reflect the light like little mirrors in a slightly irregular way - contrast is then achieved by oxidizing. Klaus and his team take special care to ensure the jewelry balances weight and dimensions to become part of you.
Whiteread
Whiteread is a sustainable and independent fashion label founded by Izabella (of Wright + Doyle) and Mitz, with a shared vision to express their own aesthetic and philosophy. Whiteread is based in Japan, and their clothing is made of vintage, recycled and deadstock fabrics with sustainably sourced new materials. It is handmade in England and Scotland by a small team, with the utmost care and consideration to make each piece unique.
Wright + Doyle
Wright + Doyle is UK-based interdisciplinary brand drawing on principles of a strong visual relationship between workwear, objects, landscape, and garden. Drawn from designer Bella's 18 year career in luxury fashion as a designer and pattern cutter, the cut and fabrication are at the root of Wright and Doyle's design process.
They work with fellow artists and makers and have strong relationships with selected Italian, Portuguese and Welsh fabric mills that align with and enrich their practice.