Issey Miyake is a high-end Japanese fashion brand, named for the late designer who founded the house in 1970. The designer behind the eponymous label was a known for his innovative and technology-driven clothing designs, a brief which continues to influence the label’s collections today. Miyake was born in Hiroshima in 1938 and lived through the atomic bombing of the city as a child. This experience had a profound impact on him and his work, and he often spoke about the importance of peace and harmony in design and in culture.
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MASON’S: LUXURY RESORTWEAR THE ITALIAN WAY
Mason’s is a clothing store located in the heart of the Italian seaside resort town of Forte dei Marmi. The store is owned and operated by the Mason family, who have been in the fashion business for over 50 years. Mason’s Forte dei Marmi carries its own range of casual and tailored pieces both online and in-store. The brand’s stores, in Italy and France also offer a wide selection of men’s and women’s clothing, accessories, and home goods, including from brands such as Armani, Dolce & Gabbana, Gucci, and Prada.
ANDERSON’S: HANDMADE LUXURY LEATHER BELTS FROM ITALY
Anderson’s is a luxury brand of belts that are handmade in Parma, Italy. The company was founded in 1966 by Carlo Valenti, who chose the name “Anderson’s” because of his appreciation of traditional British style. Their belts are renowned internationally for their high quality craftsmanship.
GRIFOS: THE CRAFTSMANSHIP BEHIND PENMANSHIP
Grifos is an Italian brand that has been producing fine writing instruments for over 25 years. The company is known for its high-quality products, its attention to detail, and its commitment to traditional craftsmanship. Grifos offers a wide range of handcrafted pens, including fountain pens, rollerball pens, ballpoint pens, and mechanical pencils which are highly sought after by collectors.
CORGI: THE LUXURY SOCKS BRAND
Corgi is a Welsh company that has been producing luxury socks and knitwear since 1892. The company is known for its high-quality products and its commitment to traditional manufacturing methods. Corgi is also a Royal Warrant holder, meaning that its products are supplied to the British Royal Family.
BOWEN: FRENCH SHOEMAKERS IN THE BRITISH TRADITION
Bowen Shoes is a French shoemaker that specializes in Goodyear welted shoes. The company was founded in 1988 by Francois de Virieu, who wanted to create a brand that combined the best of English shoemaking with French design. Bowen shoes are known for their high quality, classic styling, and comfortable fit and are a subsidiary brand of the French footwear specialists, Manfield.
CAROLINA HERRERA: THE DARLING OF NEW YORK FASHION
Carolina Herrera is a Venezuelan-American fashion designer known for her elegant and sophisticated designs. She is also known for dressing some of the world’s most famous women, including Jacqueline Onassis, Laura Bush, Michelle Obama, and Melania Trump. Herrera was born in Caracas, Venezuela, in 1939. She began her career in fashion as a publicist for Vogue magazine. In 1981, she launched her own fashion line, which quickly became known for its classic and timeless designs.
COPPLEY: THE FAMILY-OWNED CANADIAN TAILORING HOUSE
Coppley is a Canadian men’s tailors and clothing company that has been in business since 1883. They are known for their high-quality tailored suits, sport coats, and trousers. Coppley offers a variety of services, including made-to-measure, custom-made, and in-stock clothing. They also offer a wide selection of fabrics to choose from, including the finest Italian and English wools.
TUSTING: A LEGACY IN LUXURY LEATHER GOODS
Tusting is a British luxury leather goods brand founded in 1875 in Lavendon, Buckinghamshire, England. The company is known for its high-quality craftsmanship and its use of the finest materials. Tusting produces a wide range of leather goods, including handbags, briefcases, luggage, and accessories.
GIRARD-PERREGAUX: A TIMELESS TRADITION IN TIMEKEEPING
Girard-Perregaux is a Swiss luxury watchmaker founded in 1791 in La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland. It is one of the oldest Swiss watchmaking companies still in operation today. The company is best known for its Tourbillon with Three Gold Bridges, which was awarded a gold medal at the 1889 International Exposition in Paris. Other notable models from the company include the collection 1966, Vintage 1945, and models such as Tri-Axial Tourbillon and Laureato.
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