Brands
BRANDS
ARTLESS www.artlesscorporation.com
ARTLESS is dedicated to the experimentation and exploration of art, architecture and design under the field of aesthetics. Aesthetics are used as a way to develop parallel and enhanced states of perception and affect. The work ranges from buildings, furniture, books down to stickers. ARTLESS was founded in 2003 by Alejandro Artigas.
Gabriela Artigas www.gabrielaartigas.com
Mexico City native Gabriela Artigas started her jewelry line and has been based out of Los Angeles since 2003. Each style is produced and each piece is respectful of its individual components. There is no set formula to the design process; the materials’ similarities and differences plays off one another and influence the arrangement. “It’s not about inspiration, but about the conversation one has with materials. It’s about the process of sitting down and playing with surfaces, shapes, textures and how this relate to the body,” says Gabriela of her creative process. This sensibility is evident in the almost armor-like design achieved solely though organic materials.
TeAmo www.myspace.com/teamoporrafayroberto
Born in 2006, TEAMO quickly established itself as one of the most important fashion brands in Mexico.Roberto Sánchez and Rafael Cuevas, the creators behind TEAMO have a career in fashion and art that is recognized around the world. Roberto Sanchez, who is also an illustrator, has reached the eyes of artists like Jeremy Scott and Dyane Pernet with his drawing Tshirts, on the other hand Rafael Cuevas, musician, producer and DJ, who has played with Peaches, Larry Tee and Riot in Belgium, among others, give life to TeAmo.
Bang Buro www.bangburo.com
Taller Flora por Carla Fernandez www.flora2.com
Carla Fernandez founded Taller Flora in Mexico city’s col. Roma, her collection is inspired by the Mexican Revolution of 1910, The Charro Collection aimed to restore the place Mexican artisans and craftsmen occupy in the chain of production of fashion today.
KZO www.kazuo.com
KZO is “Cinematic Fashion” ditransitive verb: the art of holding captive visual narratives; drama, moods, & voices for each season’s collection. Each season’s collection is designed with a cinematic process, beginning with a video treatment, soundtrack, and visual storyboards; telling a tightly focused story.
Kill City www.killcity.net
No.4 www.number4hair.com
Pollen Botanical Design www.pollenstudio.com
Odyn Vovk www.odynvovk.com
Odyn Vovk [oh-din va•hk] Translation: ONE WOLF
Owner/Founder Austin Sherbanenko says: “My work reflects on my youth and being inspired by anything that sparks my curiosity. The collection is designed without the structured direction that a hard lined story would offer. I have a much more spontaneous approach. Ideas pop into my head and I follow the ones worth following.”
Zan Zan eyewear www.zanzan.co.uk
In 1960s London, Maltese gangsters walked with a swagger, looked sharp and turned heads. They had a name for the exhilarating feeling of wearing something stylish for the first time – they called it Zanzan.
Zanzan sunglasses are limited editions; handmade in the Jura Valley, France by third generation artisans using a combination of the most advanced production techniques available and traditional methods dating back over sixty years. English design, French craft; they are built to last by people who take pride in their work. They are made from the highest quality hand polished Italian acetate and fitted with Sola lenses by Carl Zeiss Vision Sunlens. They are sold with a beautiful gold-embossed leather and suede-lined case, handmade in England.
Esquivel www.esquivelshoes.com
T.e.m.o.r.e.s www.temoresland.com
Renowned fashion stylist from Mexico, just launched his 3rd collection. Genesee is the exclusive international purveyor
Mancandy www.mancandyonline.com
Mancandy was born in 2006 in Cuernavaca, Mexico by Andres Jimenez, a professional dancer and Photographer, he has always been involved with fashion and art, his cotton basics are made exclusive for Genesee, made of pure cotton and double necklines they are one of our best and most beautiful sellers.
Trista www.aliciamelodiosa.com
Founded in March 2007 by Giovanni and Jose Silva in Mexico City, their first collection is inspired by photographer Evgen Bachcar. The current collection was awarded “Best Female Collection “in Mexico’s Fashion week.
Plomo by Galia Katz
Mexican Model Galia Katz began Plomo in 2004 during her runway shows; she established her shoe line and opened her first boutique in Mexico city.
CLAE www.clae.com
Clae’s collection of original silhouettes breathes new life into traditional footwear. An ease of design lies at the heart of the brand, fusing the comfort of athletic footwear with the aesthetic of traditional dress-inspired styling. By redefining the boundaries of casual footwear, Clae fills the void between sneakers and shoes. Clae captures the lifestyle and momentum of the modern consumer, appealing to men of any generation.