Rag & Bone

Founded in 2002 by Brits Marcus Wainwright and David Neville, Rag & Bone quickly became the uniform of downtown New York cool—a brand that made jeans sophisticated and tailored blazers essential. With a focus on craftsmanship and a touch of British tailoring, the label struck gold, earning a cult following that included everyone from indie rockers to Wall Street rebels. But not everything was seamless; the departure of Neville in 2016 left Wainwright to steer the ship solo, raising questions about whether the brand could maintain its edge. While Rag & Bone has avoided the usual fashion controversies, its struggle to balance commercial success with its original indie ethos is a tale as old as the fashion industry itself. The legacy? A brand that brought a touch of grit to luxury, reminding the world that sometimes the best fashion statements are the ones that don’t scream, but rather, speak softly and carry a perfectly stitched hem.