Hanako Maeda
Fashion Designer
ADEAM
“I especially love Yohji Yamamoto for the sensuality and romanticism in his work. I love and respect Azzedine Alaïa, too. He truly designs for a woman’s body.”
Jeanann Williams
Stylist
“Rosie Assoulin right now. She’s doing something fresh. I love the innovative silhouettes — when fashion becomes art! Definitely a fun favorite to watch.”
Erin Walsh
Fashion Stylist
“Brandon Maxwell really empowers women with feminine, flattering clothes. Of course, women have always known that femininity and power go together, but he really gets it.”
Jon Buscemi
Founder and Creative Director
BUSCEMI
“My favorite designer is and always will be Ralph Lauren. He has taught us so many things, but most important he taught us that design starts with a story.”
Monica Wise
Founder and Designer
L*SPACE by Monica Wise
“I have my eye on Christina Economou. At only 26 years old, she is definitely on my watch list. I love her fun, bold prints, unique silhouettes and cutouts.”
Nina Sarin
Founder and Creative Director
Arias New York
“My favorite designer is Phoebe Philo of Céline. I am inspired by her effortless direction. It’s just very cool fashion.”
Lane Gerson
Co-Founder
Jack Erwin
“I really respect Thom Browne. I love his perspective on tailoring, classics and fit. The holistic world he created is somethign very different.”
Candice Pool
Jewelry Designer
“I love anything GucciGhost. My new line ‘Billy!’ is simple, strong and unisex, so the Ghost collection is the perfect balance of f-you flare that I need.”
