As a digital fashion editor, I’m constantly introduced to new brands that I want to swiftly add to my closet. But what does it take to catch my eye? For this author, it means discovering something unique and ahead of the curve with brands whose designs are eye-catching and unlike others I’m seeing in the fashion space. It’s this quality that instantly drew me to the colorful pieces of just-launched label Rowen Rose.
On the other side of the spectrum, I’m also drawn to up-and-coming brands crafting such beautiful and timeless pieces that I can imagine wearing them for years ahead. Brands that understand what modern women want to wear now—like NYC-based brand Marina Moscone, whose pieces were just spotted on Kendall Jenner during Paris Fashion Week.
Scroll down to see all of the fashion brands on my radar now—from two-year-old labels that are picking up steam to brands so new you’ll have to wait until 2019 to add them to your closet.
Rowen Rose
Here’s a label so new that it’s not even available to purchase yet. Intrigued after I spotted pieces from the Rowen Rose on Instagram, I reached out to Creative Director Emma Rowen Rose to learn more. “I did a little capsule collection in order to present the brand’s aesthetic,” she says, “and we did private orders until the fabric got out of stock.” You’ll see these early releases on the fashion set—including street style fixtures like Jeannette Madsen and María Bernad—who have already been photographed in the designs. But anyone interested in purchasing the pieces will have to wait until February 2019 when the collection hits stores—including Galeries Lafayette, who already snapped up the brand.
This is destined for the street style scene.
Tailored blazers continue to be super covetable—especially when upgraded in luxe finishes.
A fresh take on plaid.
Amina Muaddi
Launched in August 2018, Amina Muaddi is one of the most buzzed-about new shoe designers of the moment. What you’ll find from her are silhouettes that feel modern and cool with details like crystal trim, glitter finish, and architectural heels. Fashion girls like Giorgia Tordini and Gilda Ambrosio are friends of the designer and have already been spotted wearing the designs.
Shop shoes from Amina Muaddi:
Now, these are KiraKira+ worthy.
Not your standard fall boots.
Say hello to the perfect party shoes.
Marina Moscone
An NYC-based label founded in 2016, Marina Moscone designs thoughtful pieces with the modern woman in mind. You’ll find everything from tailored suiting to strapless bustiers to twisted satin dresses—all designed to fit into the lives of women today. If you need any indication that you’re about to see the label everywhere, just look to Kendall Jenner, who was recently spotted wearing the designer’s pieces in Paris.
Shop pieces from Marina Moscone:
Order a similar bustier to the one Kendall Jenner was spotted wearing last week.
From the brand's S/S 19 collection—available now to preorder.
This two-piece dress is finished with beautiful feather trim.
Gu_de
Meet Gu_de, the bag brand that’s been snapped all over the street style scene during fashion month this season—including on Who What Wear’s very own editor in chief, Kat Collings. The South Korea–based brand’s bags are inspired by retro designs from the ’70s, so you’ll find timeless shapes and luxe finishes like croc-effect leather.
Shop bags from Gu_de:
Who What Wear Editor in Chief Kat Collings has this style in brown.
Mock croc is the most wanted bag trend of the moment.
With inspiration from the ’70s, this is as good as any vintage find.
Les Rêveries
Net-a-Porter recently launched a program called The Vanguard to foster up-and-coming design talent in the fashion space, and NYC-based brand Les Rêveries was among the first on their roster. Sisters Wayne Lee and Ai Ly began the label this year, and their first collection has covetable pieces that range from backless floral dresses to bold turtlenecks to hoodies printed with French phrases.
The open back is a romantic detail we’re very into.
If you want to toughen up the brand’s floral dresses, layer one of its hoodies on top.
Or even add one of the bright turtlenecks underneath.
