The Edit is gathering a new curation of labels for the spring season in its latest installation on the 3rd floor Spa at Four Seasons Hotel Downtown New York.
Puppets and Puppets
Since 2018, Puppets and Puppets has become synonymous with downtown fashion in New York City. Crafted by designer and artist Carly Mark, Puppets and Puppets is affectionately named after Mark’s dog, Puppet. Whimsy is the integral ingredient of Puppets and Puppets, with literal interpretations of food and florals noted everywhere in her collections; from a banana handle on a bag, to swiss cheese for the heels on a pair of maryjanes. The most coveted item being a now infamous black top handle leather handbag featuring a resin cookie emblazoned on the front. The collections range from ready to wear, accessories, and even sculptural gold skirting options. It’s no surprise that the brand has been seen on everyone from Doja Cat, Rosalia, to Chloe Sevigny.
Muehleder
The girl with the white glasses, also known as Larissa Muehleder has been turning heads since the launch of her eponymous brand in 2013. Muehleder’s fashion design career took off after creating a prom dress. Best known for the use of neoprene in polished, structured silhouettes, and creating plenty of unforgettable volume, Muehleder creates striking, vibrant colorful clothing that pays homage to her Nigerian heritage. From a high-low ruffle top, matching coordinating sets, to scarlett red capris, there is something for everyone. A proud supporter of the New York City garment district, all of the garments are created in New York from conception to final design. Muehleder’s use of color and texture creates signature, statement worthy staples that seamlessly tie together any wardrobe, from top to bottom. Passionate to her commitment to empowering women, Muehleder is pledging a $3 from every purchase to the Lagos Dreams Organization in Nigeria, that supports women from impoverished backgrounds to offer alternative avenues for women to develop skills, providing micro grants for female-owned business in Lagos, Nigeria.
Jessie Zhao
Jessie Zhao is most renowned for elevated, 100% silk scarves with intricate, stunning patterns. An Asian American luxury fashion designer and artist, Zhao hand-draws each pattern in her NYC studio. Her use of prints transcend, blending the world of nature, fine art, and fashion, all printed on silk scarves in ranging sizes. Each and every silk scarf is handcrafted with no detail overlooked. Zhao’s commitment to sustainability is ever-present with her use of biodegradable and renewable mulberry silk, eco-friendly dyes, and her use of artisan craftsmanship at every step of her design process. From polka dots to intricate scenery with leopards, her scarves offer a unique and memorable point of view for any kind of style.
Connor McKnight
Growing up in Washington, DC, Connor McKnight enjoyed fishing, hiking, and camping during childhood summers. Wearing functional pieces like parkas, fleece jackets, and even ski coveralls- all of which felt like everyday fashion to him instead of regular sportswear. Utilitarian design details in activewear inspired him, and became the catalyst in his clothing. Using these functional elements to create his own luxury line, McKnight’s work focuses on the beauty in everyday life, and all the times in between, and highlighting his own unique perspective as a Black person. Every collection explores the emotion within the mundane, and delves into themes of Black life. His clothing brings a sense of comfort, and quickly become go-to staples. His eponymous label is designed in NYC, and has been sported on celebrities like Joe Jonas, Vince Staples.
