SUNO
Max Osterweis turned his love of Kenyan fabrics into a new fashion line called Suno, and the results are spectacular. Max first started collecting these colorful fabrics, called kangas, on his first trip to Kenya in 1996. His foray into the fashion world could not have been predicted given his background in the film industry. A film student at New York University, Max went on to direct a dark comedy that went to the Sundance Film Festival and was bought by Warner Brothers, and later produced a documentary and worked as a freelance director for Nike, Amnesty International, and Weiden + Kennedy. In 2008, he brought the same creative instinct to the launch of Suno (named after his mother), and to the fashion world has brought a fresh and soulful voice.
Alice + Olivia
Alice + Olivia by Stacey Bendet is a contemporary women’s clothing brand designed by founder Stacey Bendet.
Alice + Olivia has grown into 50 million dollar brand including a mens line and a children’s line since its launch at Barneys in 2002. The collection is sold in over 800 stores around the globe such as Barneys, Bergdorf Goodman, Neiman Marcus, Scoop, Saks, Harrods and Coin Exclesior. Alice + Olivia has five free standing stores located in New York City, Los Angeles, Malibu, Greenwich, and Southampton.
The collection is worn by many celebrities, such as Kristen Stewart, Nikki Reed, Ashley Greene, Sarah Jessica Parker,Sophia Bush, Gwyneth Paltrow, Angelina Jolie, Taylor Swift, and Mena Suvari.
Theory
Theory (marketed theory in lower-case letters) is a New York-based men’s and women’s contemporary fashion label known for its clean-line and luxuriously simple clothes and accessories. Theory merchandise is sold through signature Theory stores and upscale retailers around the world. The brand is owned by Fast Retailing of Japan.
HELMUT LANG
Helmut Lang epitomized the minimalist mood of late ’90s fashion. He left the label in 2005, but it was relaunched two years later under the creative direction of designers Michael and Nicole Colovos (who co-founded cult denim label Habitual). Since then, the husband and wife duo has reinvigorated the brand’s edgy take on elegance with its stretch-leather leggings, rabbit jackets and standout silk mini dresses.
Miguel Antoinne
dress– style that is discerning, refined, and personified with individual flair.
Miguel Antoinne designs and manufactures in New York of the highest quality standards and from the finest fabrications from around the world.
Opening Ceremony
Opening Ceremony is a multifaceted retail environment comprised of shops, showroom, and private label collection that establishes a new, international creative forum in downtown Manhattan.
TIBI
Amy Smilovic is passionate about surrounding herself with creative people and an inspiring environment. This makes Soho, NY the ideal location for Tibi’s design studio and showroom. Each member of the Tibi design team is bound together by their love of fashion that is laidback and easy but always chic and modern. The studio’s aesthetic is minimal, with rounded corners, arched ceilings, ample windows and an open floor plan. The décor is kept simple, with mid-century modern furniture and bold printed rugs. The New York City flagship store, also located in Soho on Wooster Street, reflects the signature of the studio and is the inspiration for Tibi stores throughout Japan.
Elizabeth and James
Fashion darlings Ashley and Mary-Kate Olsen launched cool-girl label Elizabeth and James in 2007. Named after two of their siblings, the brand’s effortlessly deconstructed collections echo the pair’s well-documented eclectic personal style. Choose from a chic blend of masculine yet feminine tailored blazers, shirts and ruched satin dresses.
BLK DNM
BLK DNM is a new online-driven brand from downtown New York with a core in denim.
BLK DNM does not conform to fashion seasons. New items are launched constantly.
BLK DNM is a creative project by Johan Lindeberg.
The BLK DNM flagship store is located at 237 Lafayette Street, NYC.
Johan was a creative force at Diesel during the early 1990s. He founded J. Lindeberg in 1996 and acted as Creative Director until 2007. Prior to launching BLK DNM he supported Justin Timberlake on the development of William Rast.
Theyskens theory
Olivier Theyskens (Dutch pronunciation: [ˌɔlɪviər ˈtʰɛiskəns]; born January 4, 1977 in Brussels, Belgium) is a fashion designer who has worked with several major houses, including Rochas, Nina Ricci, and Theory.
3.1 Phillip Lim
Phillip Lim’s eponymous brand, launched in 2005, is known for effortlessly chic apparel, shoes and handbags that “refine, not define” the modern customer. The result: classic-forward looks for women and men that embody youthful elegance and confident style.
Alexander Wang
A Native Californian, Alexander Wang was born and raised in San Francisco, at the age of 18, he moved to New York City where he attended Parsons School of Design and partook in a variety of internships. By his sophomore year, Alex was already designing the first collection of his label Alexander Wang, which in 2005, was predominantly knits. He launched his full women’s collection in 2007, selling to over 200 stores. In 2008, Alexander Wang received top honors as the recipient of the Vogue/CFDA Fashion Fund; in 2009, he was recognized by his peers when he was announced as the winner of the Swarovski Womenswear Designer of the Year; and in October 2009, he was the recipient of the Swiss Textiles Award. Alex was celebrated again in 2010 with another Swarovski Designer of the Year Award, this time in the Accessory category. Now at 27, Alex currently resides in Manhattan; which is also home to his design studio and first flagship store which opened this February in Soho.