If you’re looking for something different to buy this Christmas for your fashionista friends, sisters, mothers (or even yourself) check out some of these incredibly unique designers and their collections, whether it’s bags, jewellery or a beautiful piece of clothing, we’ve got you covered!
APEDE MOD
Most of us have been there, found a standout bag, that looks stunning but when you put it over your shoulder you can already feel the weight of it and that’s before you’ve even put your essential items in there. For founder of Apede Mod, Claudia Lin, it was a problem she'd not only experienced, but wanted to rectify, saying, "It’s hard to find a lightweight bag that is stylish yet functional!" So with Apede Mod, Lin created the solution.
Apede Mod are stunning lightweight bags that don’t compromise on style for practicality, whilst blurring the lines between masculine and feminine. With qualities that are traditionally associated with feminine bags; intricate leather detailing, bright colours and luxury and bringing in features more associated with masculine bags, such as the clean lines and multifunctional compartments, the result? It’s feminine meets masculine, elegance meets utility” say the designer.
With quality being of the utmost of importance to the Lin, “Every fabric, every zipper and every stitch is handpicked and done by true artisans.” For the perfect bag in both design and quality, that you'll be able to wear everyday and years from now, look no further than Apede Mod.
For more information visit
www.apedemod.com
TELL NO LEYES
Looking for a classic and sustainable handbag line? Tell No Leyes is the perfect brand for you. Founder and designer April Paterson was at The Palace of Versailles when she fell in love with the mouldings, so much so that she decided to create a brand that would feature these details on the products in her collection but unusually creating them within the body of the material using leather moulding technology. Paterson has drawn a fine line between minimalist and luxury in her collection that is also sustainable.
100% made in Italy and as the brand doesn’t ship any components to Italy they have kept their carbon footprint low. All the while ensuring each artisan is working in a safe and fairly paid environment. The tannery used is run on solar power and no dye is put back into the local environment. Slow fashion, classic pieces that are timeless, elegant and consciously made makes Tell No Leyes is a brand to keep your eyes on!
For more information visit: www.tellnoleyes.com
For more information visit: www.tellnoleyes.com
KATELYN zHANG
"Katelyn Zhang tells the story of women empowerment through her elegant and comfortable pieces". Zhang, a graduate of Savannah College of Art and Design, Zhang was born in Hang Zhou, China. Her newest collection entitled, “北冥有鲲", is from a famous Ancient Chinese poetry The designer says it's “A Happy Excursion” -“In the northern ocean there is a fish, called the k’un, I do not know how many thousand li in size. This k’un changes into a bird, called the p’eng. Its back is, I do not know how many thousand li in breadth. When it is moved, it flies its wings obscuring the sky like clouds.”
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The prints featured in Zhang's collection resemble water and rumble fish whilst the silhouettes used in her designs further tell the story of female empowerment. Creating a dialogue and bringing together the style of the East and West, as well as the Chinese and Western cultures, her collection and talent is truly remarkable.
For more information visit: http://www.katelynzhang.com
ASHLEY CARSON DESIGNS
Ashley Carson learned to make jewelry in a small store in Florida, little did she know then that it would change her life and would see her move from Florida to NY to LA as she launched her own jewelry line.
After taking the jewelry class in Florida, Carson began designing pieces for herself and was amazed by the amount of women who loved her pieces, so much so that they literally bought them straight off of her body! In 2014, Carson moved from Florida to New York and now resides in Los Angeles where she sells her namesake brand, Ashley Carson
Shop Ashley Carson's trendy yet timeless jewellery that celebrities like Hailey Baldwin have been seen wearing as well as pieces that have been featured on the runway at New York and Paris Fashion Week.
For more information visit: www.ashleycarsondesigns.com
After taking the jewelry class in Florida, Carson began designing pieces for herself and was amazed by the amount of women who loved her pieces, so much so that they literally bought them straight off of her body! In 2014, Carson moved from Florida to New York and now resides in Los Angeles where she sells her namesake brand, Ashley Carson
Shop Ashley Carson's trendy yet timeless jewellery that celebrities like Hailey Baldwin have been seen wearing as well as pieces that have been featured on the runway at New York and Paris Fashion Week.
For more information visit: www.ashleycarsondesigns.com
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POSH TOTTY
Personalised Mixed Gold Mini Russian Ring Necklace
Posh Totty is a very special jewellery company that founder Alice River Crips created in 2004 that focuses on the three elements of personalisation, that being honesty, empowerment and positivity. With their core values revolving around creating meaningful pieces that go against our fast-fashion, consumerist culture by making gorgeous pieces with the emphasis on creating jewellery, “We feel (is) part of a meaningful process. We believe that a purchase should hold significance for our customers, and continue to do so for years to come."
In 2002 and with just $60 in her pocket, Crips moved to Mexico, eventually finding work with a group of local Mayan jewellers. Here she says, “I was taught the basics of jewellery making, which planted the seed for my future career. After nearly two years I finally earned enough money to pay for a flight back home to the UK.” With her new skills of making jewelry and full of inspiration, Posh Totty was born. Creating pieces that are fully customisable with names, dates and birthstones.
Posh Totty even has a collection in partnership with Women for Women, named 'Share A Hug' with proceeds going to the charity. Women for Women are working to support women and children affected by war and conflict.
For more information visit:
www.poshtottydesigns.com
GEORGINA HERRERA
 All jewellery by Georgina Herrera |  Ring by Georgina Herrera |
If you're in the market for statement fine jewellery made with 24 KT gold or sterling silver with gem stones and some with Swarovski, you need to check out Gerogina Herrera. All her pieces carry a flower design symbolic of Herrera’s Mexican heritage. Stunning pieces that are vibrant, yet classic, statement and empowering that represent the designers pride in her culture and her zest for life. Herrera has even created incredible wearable body jewellery such as a beaded vest that is nothing short of a work of art. With such a beautiful array of fine jewellery within her collection, there truly is a piece for everyone.
For more information visit: www.georginaherrera.com
TULIP KURDI
Tulip Kurdi is a beautiful brand that artfully merges high fashion hair accessories and turbans into pieces that can be worn both for special occasions and everyday. With each piece hand folded and wrapped with most pieces shrouded in gems such as sapphire, coral, turquoise, silver and gold.
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Stacy Fan wearing Tulip Kurdi head band (pictured with Olivia Palermo)
Rooted in Syrian, Turkish and Kurdish roots, these are evident in the pieces drawing on inspiration from her rich textile legacy of these two cultures.
For more information visit: tulipkurdinewyork.com
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