International Women's Day 2020: 13 Women's Clothing Brands Vogue Editors Admire - Vogue |
| International Women's Day 2020: 13 Women's Clothing Brands Vogue Editors Admire - Vogue Posted: 08 Mar 2020 04:22 AM PDT Today is International Women's Day, when women leaders making an impact across the globe will be celebrated for their achievements, whether those be social, cultural, or political—or in our case here at Vogue, fashion-related. In honor of the day, we've asked editors to share their favorite female designers behind the women's clothing brands they admire most. Among them are women who are dedicated to sustainability or are leaders in making positive change within the industry. There are designers who make us feel empowered through clothing and stand behind the belief that women should be dressing for no one but themselves. And of course, there are the women whose designs have the power to add joy to our lives every day—through simply a few great pairs of shoes, I might add. Here, just a few of the wonderful women to take note of on International Women's Day 2020. Nicole Phelps, Director, Vogue RunwayI spent fashion month in a jacket—a sort of peacoat-parka-tuxedo hybrid—by Chitose Abe of Sacai. Chitose has an uncanny ability to merge the everyday and the exceptional. This dress looks like practical magic too. Chioma Nnadi, Fashion News DirectorI'm a sucker for a square-toe loafer, and these by Martine Rose have been on my wish list for a while now. I love the absurd proportions—in fact, everything she does is sort of twisted in a good way and takes your eye to a new place. Rickie De Sole, Executive Fashion Director, Vogue.comI love everything Stella McCartney stands for. She is unwavering in her commitment to sustainable fashion and driving change in the industry. Steff Yotka, Fashion News EditorThe common take on male versus female designers is that women designers make clothing that is easier for women, while male designers make clothing that is more challenging. That's mostly true, but not really the whole story. There is a small crop of women designers who have eschewed the stretchy, comfy, practical dictums of female dressing, and make clothing that is fantastically challenging for women, that pushes ideas of feminine dress to new, unexplored places. Sarah Burton is one; Simone Rocha is another; and newly in their wake are Emma Chopova and Laura Lowena of Chopova Lowena. Their clothing is not simple, it's not effortless, and it does not have pockets. And yet the only thing I can think about as I get dressed each day is how belting myself into their kilt skirts and chaining a bundle of their necklaces to my neck pushes me to be a stronger, tougher woman. To try a bit harder. Even their most wafty pieces, like this lace blouse, have a strictness and toughness that only a woman designing for a woman could understand. Emily Farra, Senior Fashion News WriterI'm only willing to put my money toward businesses I can feel good about supporting, and inevitably the best ones are by women. In terms of shopping IRL, you can't beat a trip to Warm, and Winnie Beattie's in-house line has the most beautiful prints around. I love everything at Apiece Apart too, particularly the high-rise trousers and floral dresses, which really feel like they were designed by women, for women. And I just picked up the perfect summer shirtdress by my dear friend Maria Stanley, who produces her label at a little family-run workshop in Delhi, India. Laird Borrelli-Persson, Archive EditorMimi Prober, based in New York, is obsessive about sustainability and passionate about the narratives woven into vintage textiles—which is right up my alley. Willow Lindley, Accessories DirectorI am super obsessed with New York–based womenswear and accessory designer Marina Moscone. Season after season she delivers what I wish could be my complete wardrobe—from expertly tailored suits to everyday striped shirts to not-too-normal floral dresses like this one here. Liana Satenstein, Senior Fashion News WriterI love Svitlana Bevza of the label Bevza, who is a great designer and, yes, just so happens to be a woman, which I guess fits for this International Women's Day post. Bravo. Her silhouettes are sharp and mean, and if you know me, you know that I've been wearing her square-toe extendo boots for over a year now. Madeline Fass, Associate Market EditorA season hasn't gone by when I haven't added a shoe or bag (or five) from By Far to my wish list. I had the pleasure of first meeting the By Far team somewhat randomly on a cold February night at a trade show in New York before the brand really blew up, and have been obsessed ever since. Their offering of accessories genuinely excites me, and I simply can't get enough of their glam, colorful, and texturized assortment of '90s-inspired sandals, square-toe mules and boots, and ever-growing selection of must-have mini and shoulder bags. The power trio of women behind the festive footwear and even better bags, Valentina Bezuhanova, Sabina Gyosheva, and Denitsa Bumbarova, make getting dressed so much more fun. Desirée Adédjé, Jewelry EditorMy favorite female jewelry designer is Katherine Kim, the founder of KATKIM. Her pieces are handmade in L.A. by local artisans, and her collection is comprised of very sculptural yet wearable pieces. All while upholding global responsibility and being sustainable! Naomi Elizée, Associate Market EditorI have had the honor to watch Sade Mims grow Edas from a jewelry brand to a full-fledged accessories line. Sade is one of my favorite female designers because she has done a brilliant job in properly conveying her brand's ethos to her customers in a clear yet comforting way. I am inspired by her continuous tenacity to not only make her voice heard in the fashion industry, but her community's as well. Not to mention, her items have a unique way of feeling one-of-a-kind that is refreshing and very special! Rachel Besser, Market EditorI'd have to say my favorite female designer is Abigail Tananbaum, the brainchild behind Matek—her smart brand is one of the few making technical base layers for winter sports that look as good as they function. With pieces like this bodysuit and Matek's perfect winter scarf alternative, Abigail's brand truly blends form and function. Julie Tong, Commerce EditorWithout question, Miuccia Prada is a designer I've admired throughout my life. She is someone who has helped redefine fashion and continues to shape it, as especially exhibited by the recent news of Raf Simons joining as co–creative director. For me, her collections have helped make women feel strong and empowered—to feel confident in dressing for ourselves, and not for anyone else. In September 2019, Prada told Vogue "the person should be more important than the clothes," and further that "personal style is more important than clothes." This spring, I'm excited to (finally) embrace the bucket hat trend and incorporate it into my own personal wardrobe; her signature nylon version is a must-have essential in my book.  |
| An easier fit for all budgets: Miranda's clothing boutique opens in Northampton - GazetteNET Posted: 07 Mar 2020 11:26 AM PST  Mannequins and new clothes racks have filled the Main Street storefront left vacant by women's boutique Ode, signaling the launch of a new women's clothing store whose owner runs two sister stores in New Hampshire catering to customers of all income levels. Miranda's on Main, which has locations in Keene and Peterborough, New Hampshire, opened at 263 Main St. late last month. The chain of stores is owned by Silvia Naumburger, who also owns the nearby consignment shop Urban Exchange at 233 Main St. in Northampton and in Keene. Naumburger and Anja Washer, Miranda's store manager, were all smiles on opening day as they welcomed shoppers and offered assistance. Northampton has several boutiques that cater to women's fashion, but Washer, who has worked for Miranda's for 20 years, believes the store will bring more diverse clothing options in both price and quality to Northampton. "Different brands — well-known brands, not necessarily the higher end or lower," she said, while gesturing around the store. "We have a lot of brands that other stores don't carry here, and we've been carrying them for many years in Keene, so we know that they're proven to work for women." Unlike Ode, whose stylish clothing and jewelry catered to a more affluent customer base, Miranda's markets itself as a fashionable boutique for a wide array of budgets and styles. The shop carries brands including Eileen Fisher, TSYA, Part Two and LACAUSA, with pieces ranging from $70 shirts to $200 dresses. Shortly before Miranda's opened, two of its potential shoppers rummaged through racks of pants and sweaters at Urban Exchange, the consignment chain that offers thrifty shoppers more affordable used clothing options from designer brandssuch as Gucci and Free People. Mars Champagne, 23, and Rowan Hamilton, 24, were excited by the prospect of an inexpensive retail store after seeing a sign in the window before Miranda's opened. "I'm interested to see what the shop (Miranda's) will bring to downtown, if it will bring in a diverse clientele like the sign says," she said. Based on the models that recently went up in the shop window, both women thought Miranda's seemed like a promising addition to the Northampton shopping scene. "The shop that was in there before, I couldn't even sneeze in there," Champagne said with a laugh. Hamilton agreed, noting that she used to look longingly at the clothes from the street. "Miranda's seems more down to earth based on the mannequins," Champagne said. Miranda's opened in Keene in 1973. Originally a vintage clothing shop, the store has hjad a series of different owners, but has maintained a presence in Keene's downtown. Naumburger, a former Ode customer, decided to expand the Miranda's franchise to Northampton after hearing that Ode would be closing. Washer spoke excitedly about why Miranda's was eager to join the downtown community. "We're very excited to be here. I love Northampton, I think it's a great place for music arts, a lot of things we in Keene don't have." Washer mentioned the general excitement around Miranda's as a good sign for the business, despite the closures of several other downtown businesses in recent months. The excitement at a new retail store extends beyond Miranda's staff of three. "I think, talking to other people here like the Greek guy over here, he's very excited about having another store open," she said, pointing toward Filos Greek Taverna next door. Konstantine Sierros, owner of the Greek restaurant, expressed support for his new neighbor. "What a great addition to our block," Sierros said. "With their experience from Keene, Miranda's has a lot to offer." Down the street in Thornes Marketplace, Molly Rennie, sales representative for 25 Central and sister of owner Katie Rennie, wished Miranda's well. "Hopefully the new business encourages people to continue to shop local!" she said. Rennie described the general camaraderie between the various women's clothing stores in Northampton saying, "Each business is trying to cover different bases, and when a customer can't find a clothing item we recommend them to another store, like Cathy Cross across the street, or Gazebo for lingerie, instead of having them go to big box stores." Now, in the early days of the shop's opening, Naumburger hopes to provide Northampton shoppers clothing made following ethical practices. "We're focusing on what labels we carry," she said. "Sustainable, made in the U.S., we're trying — not everything we can achieve." Later, as the shop better establishes itself in the downtown scene, Naumburger hopes to organize events for the community. On their first day open to the public, both Naumburger and Washer were hopeful. "People are very positive about us being here and the brands we carry," Naumburger said.  |
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