ZIMO
Zimo was founded in 2021 by Zimo Yan best known for their upcycled converted goods and vegan leather with designs and samples made in a NYC studio. The brand uniquely celebrates the memories of Asian youth through a “documentary” style lens, reinterpreting and enhancing these elements with diverse designs. It offers a fresh perspective on cultural fading in a globalized world. The brand is dedicated to rediscovering and celebrating timeless stories, emphasizing their deep significance through its documentary vision. The first collection upcycled hundreds of deadstock, old-school style towels, transforming them into contemporary cloth. For SS24, Zimo recycled thousands of pieces of deadstock stockings. Zimo has earned accolades such as the CFDA+ Design Graduate and IDA Design Award.
DAUPHINETTE
Founded in 2018 by Olivia Cheng, Dauphinette made its debut with one-of-a-kind outerwear crafted in New York from recycled fur, leather, vintage, and artisanal materials. The brand has since flourished, now offering a range of handbags, accessories, and a meticulously curated ready-to-wear collection. Each piece embodies a dreamy, complex, and optimistic aesthetic that Cheng aspires to evoke in her wearers. Renowned for its innovative use of preserved botanicals and repurposed textiles, Dauphinette’s creations grace venues from its West Village flagship store to the prestigious Met Museum’s Costume Institute exhibition, “In America: A Lexicon of Fashion.”
ZANKOV
Founded by renowned designer Henry Zankov, the eponymous label injects a playful spirit, vibrant color, and refreshing ease into luxury knitwear for both men and women. The collection juxtaposes natural fibers with technical yarns, utilizing specialized techniques for beautiful ready to wear pieces. Luxurious brushed air-spun alpaca, high-twist viscose, elite stretch fabrics, and compact merino wool are the key ingredients to every garment. At its core, ZANKOV is inspired by color, the essence of art, and the elegance of architecture, the dynamism of sport, and the authenticity of street culture. The brand evokes a genderless, effortlessly stylish approach to knitwear, offering silhouettes that are both timeless and iconic.
ROYALE BY RAWLINS
Daryl Rawlins was Inspired by the strong and devoted queen who raised him as well as the positive influences who shaped his life, Through his collection, he strives to shine new light on the royalty resting dormant within all. Royale by Rawlins launched in August 2020, each design is sketched in house and each pair of shoes is meticulously crafted by skilled artisans in Italy. Their signature logo is a Swarovski- embellished crown attached to the heel, representing royalty. The crown is not only a symbol of royalty; but, also a representation of strength and pride for the obstacles overcome while instilling newfound purpose in your ongoing aspirations.
