Stockholm-based fashion house Acne Studios, founded in 1996 by Creative Director Jonny Johannson, creates unconventionally understated and distinctive basics. Acne’s designs play with nuanced colourways and perfected proportions, juxtaposing unique design and attention to detail. With collections inspired by photography, art, architecture, and contemporary culture, Johannson has combined expert tailoring, trend-defining denim, and custom-developed fabrics to raise Acne to its cult status - a fashion industry leader defining a generation of style. 

Renowned for its masterful interpretation of classic American menswear, BEAMS PLUS is a private-label brand that was started in 1999 by Japan's lifestyle retailer BEAMS, founded in Harajuku, Tokyo in 1976.

Drawing inspiration from America's Golden Age, BEAMS PLUS sees timeless beauty in the functional designs of utilitarian uniform fashion and strives to honor each tradition in its modern interpretations with authenticity.

Lauren Manoogian is a Brooklyn-based designer who creates intentional ready-to-wear and ever evolving lifestyle pieces. The brand’s subtle essentialism has earned a loyal following since its 2008 beginning. Persistent and intuitive shape development, a commitment to a maintained visible hand, and cohesive textural narratives are core values.

Inspired by her materials and the natural world, Manoogian designs with a paring down of design elements for her reductive and minimalist aesthetic that highlights the handloomed textiles and craftsmanship of each item. Manoogian creates with natural materials with dedication to sustainability and authenticity. Her craft-based process began with her early experimental line of knit textile jewelry and each original sample of her collections is knit by Manoogian herself. All these characteristics highlight the designer’s personal and deep knowledge of textile development from her time in the industry and education from the Rhode Island School of Design.