Selfridges Loves: our new break-out brands

Who?
Colombian-born, Miami-based Silvia Tcherassi may already be big news in South America (she has worked over 25 years in the industry), but she only recently took her company global, garnering a huge following among bloggers and fashion editors in the process.

What?
Think clashing handcrafted prints, extravagant ruffles, voluminous shirts, elegant silk gowns and handmade accessories with Silvia’s signature Latin American flourish.

Did you know?
Silvia has worked with Colombia’s indigenous Mocaná tribe for more than 10 years; the artisans hand-weave her basket bags and earrings using palm leaves.

Selfridges says…
“We’re really seeing a rise in South American designers, and we’ve had huge success with Colombian Johanna Ortiz, so we’re thrilled to have Silvia Tcherassi on board. She offers the ultimate in day-to-night dressing,” says Selfridges Designer Womenswear Buyer Olivia Le Roux.

Who?
Founded by friends Sivan Moshkovitz and Leonora Fuhrer-Agmon when they were both design students in 2013, their bags are designed in Tel Aviv and made in Italy.

What?
Part of the new gen of accessories brands (which includes Mansur Gavriel and Manu Atelier), we love Complét’s innovative styles (compact bucket bags, sleek envelope clutches, drawstring totes) that come in a variety of plain and digitally printed leathers with unexpected detailing. Practical, versatile and super sleek, Complét hits that sweet spot of affordable and cool.

Did you know?
The brand name derives from the term ‘set complet’ used in the 1960s to market all-inclusive décor items for homes. They have also started designing silk scarves that feature the same prints as the label’s handbags. 

Who?
Designers and artists (and real-life couple) Louise Olsen and Stephen Ormandy have been quietly designing their jewellery and homeware collections in a studio in Strawberry Hills, Sydney, for the past 30 years.

What?
Their handcrafted jewellery is defined by one material in particular: resin. The pastel-hued and chalky-white necklaces, earrings and bangles have a modern, sculptural feel that instantly lifts relaxed summer outfits.

Did you know?
Louise and Stephen started Dinosaur Designs in their graduate year of art school (30 years ago) and they have been working together ever since. Sweet.

Who?
A familiar name in their native Australia, Lack of Color was created by Queensland couple Tess Corvaia and Robert Tilbury in 2011. Ever since its inception, the brand’s signature hats have been worn by the likes of Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, Gigi Hadid and Chiara Ferragni.

What?
A major hit on Instagram, their preppy Spencer Boater has sold out at least once on the Lack of Color website, so snap one up for festival season while you can.

Did you know?
Their hats are made from 100 per cent Australian wool or natural wheat straw.

Who?
Founded by designer duo (and real-life couple) Brooke Taylor and Nana Aganovich in 2005, they’ve been slowly growing their avant-garde label (often compared to Comme des Garçons and Maison Martin Margiela) and have shown on the Paris ready-to-wear catwalk since 2009.

What?
With references ranging from artist Alexander Rodchenko to early 20th-century movements such as futurism, constructivism and Bauhaus, the duo takes a cerebral approach to fashion. Expect billowing shapes, dramatic silhouettes and statement detailing that make for instant conversation starters.

Did you know?
Each of their collections is built around a narrative developed by Brooke, an essayist and philosophy graduate, and then realised by Nana, a Central Saint Martins graduate.

Selfridges says…
“The collection is an amazing mix of tailoring, couture shapes made in jersey fabrics, and beautiful dresses and gowns with experimental fabrics. Their atelier is so creative and totally immerses you in the eclectic world of Aganovich. Plus, they’re the newest addition on the couture calendar,” explains Selfridges Designer Womenswear Buyer Philippa Holden. 

Who?
Founded by London College of Fashion graduate Sandra Sandor in 2005 (her childhood nickname was Nanushka), her brand hit the mainstream a few years ago and has been worn by street-style stars including Camille Charriere, Caroline Issa, Lucy Williams and Lisa Aiken.

What?
Effortlessly feminine, Nanushka blends Eastern and Western references (Sandra is based in her native Budapest) into simple, restrained wardrobe staples with unexpected details and artful touches.

Did you know?
Vegan leather is a strong suit for Nanushka, with key pieces including cherry-red trousers and a faux-leather wrap dress, and it’s something she wants to extend across her entire collection, including shoes.