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Boboutic: Italian Designer Knitwear That Rewrites the Rules Most knitwear is built to be predictable: a familiar stitch, a familiar shape, a familiar idea of comfort. Boboutic, the Florence-based label, starts from a different question. Instead of asking what a sweater should look like, it asks what yarn can become. The answer sits somewhere between knitwear and tailoring: coats with architectural volume that stay soft, surfaces that look woven but aren't, and silhouettes that feel relaxed without being plain. Boboutic, the independent Italian designer knitwear label is known for it's experimental texture, sculptural outerwear and blends of cashmere, silk, linen,...

In a fashion landscape increasingly defined by speed and constant novelty, Gabriela Coll Garments offers a quieter alternative. Founded in Barcelona by designer Gabriela Coll, the label approaches clothing not as a seasonal statement but as a continuous exploration of form, material and everyday life. The result is a collection of garments that feel both contemporary and enduring, designed to become part of a wardrobe rather than a moment in time. Unlike traditional fashion brands, Gabriela Coll Garments is organised through numbered editions rather than seasonal collections. Each series builds upon the last, introducing new ideas while preserving a consistent...

ZIGGY CHEN was born in 1969 in Wuhan, China. In 1990 he began an Arts and Crafts major with a specialisation in fashion design at China Textile University (Donghua University). He graduated in 1994 and immediately started his career teaching at China Textile University, in 1999 he founded and became CEO of Shanghai Shiyi Co., Ltd. in 2001 he left his position at China Textile University and founded his eponymous label in 2012, ZIGGY CHEN. ZIGGY CHEN embodies the encounter between tradition and contemporary times, with a strong emphasis on research, fabric, details and volumes. He managed to redefine and...

When it comes to artisanal footwear a name commands attention: Guidi. Known for its hand-dyed leathers, distressed elegance and uncompromising craftsmanship, Guidi has become a go-to brand for those who live and breathe avant-garde and timeless fashion. Founded in Tuscany, Italy, Guidi is a heritage tannery-turned-footwear brand that's been crafting leather since 1896. Today, it's revered for its horse and kangaroo leather boots, minimalist silhouettes with experimental edge and handcrafted production, where each shoe is dyed after being made. This dyeing process means no two pairs are exactly alike, this is one of the reasons why Guidi feels more like...