AUGUST QUARTER 2015
DISCOVER NEW DESIGNERS
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Wolf & Badger is proud to carry a selection of independent luxury designers that have been hand-picked from around the world. Our stores in Mayfair, Notting Hill and our ever growing e-commerce platform allow us to showcase and sell on behalf of the designer, with each brand receiving the majority of proceeds from every purchase. Discover the latest selection of fashion, jewellery and accessories brands, with many more waiting to be discovered online and in our stores. Be the first to shop the newest collections and support emerging designers. Cover image: Raishma
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1986 was founded by Rob Parsons and Amira Hatta in 2012. They experiment on the boundaries of creativity and wearability to create fresh, young and obsessive jewelry pieces which are both desirable and make a statements. 1986 give you the opportunity to own your identity. You are the next upcoming trend, people will follow your look. Discover the 1986 world and make it yours. Available online and in our Notting Hill store.
Above: 1986. Top left to right: Alexandra Alberta Yeo, AENEA, Ardent & Co.
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Alexandra Alberta Yeo Alexandra Alberta is a young female London-based Singaporean jewellery designer and graduate gemologist. She spent her formative years in school in Singapore and California before pursuing her passion for fashion and jewellery in New York, working for designers such as Rag & Bone, Opening Ceremony and Lanvin. She is known for creating design-led jewellery that is edgy yet refined and elegant. She uses gemstones to inject colour and vibrancy to her designs. Available online and in our Mayfair store.
Aenea
Ardent & Co
Named for the Greek verb ‘to praise’, AENEA is a new
Ardent & Co is a contemporary designer brand based in
jewellery house devoted to wit, courage, devotion and
London’s Canary Wharf; specialising in the combination of
happiness. AENEA‘s roots are in Vienna, for centuries
innovative technologies and sartorial craft. Abegaile (Yihua
a world capital of goldsmiths and jewellers. Their
Li) is the Creative Director of Ardent & Co, she graduated
contemporary designs originate in the great cultures of the
with an MA Degree in Digital Fashion from London College
modern and classical worlds of both east and west. Each
of Fashion in 2012. After working backstage for Christian
piece features workmanship of only the foremost quality,
Dior Haute Couture and Alexander McQueen, she founded
combining two elements, forms or materials.
Ardent. This is her fourth collection, and all collections are
Available online and in our Mayfair store.
designed and developed in her London studio. Available online and in our Mayfair store.
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Above left to right: Avinas, AZiiNA, Bee Clothing. Below left to right: BET Barcelona, Boo Pala.
Bet Barcelona BET Barcelona is a creative fashion studio focused on
AVINAS Fabienne Fryba founded Avinas in 2012 after following her dream of studying jewellery design in New York. “The Avinas woman is a free bohemian spirit who always keeps it classy. She enjoys the simple things in life and jewellery is a way of complementing her personality. Avinas jewels can be mixed and matched to accompany her through all of life’s events”, says Fabienne Fryba, founder and designer of Avinas. Available online and in our Notting Hill store.
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experimental luxury. BET stands for ‘Barcelona Textile Experimentation’ and behind this project there is a multidisciplinary team of three designers: Mónika Ardila, Mariona Tell and Sara Galofre. BET’s constant research and experimentation result in beautiful accessories, proving that overflowing creativity and exclusive product design can indeed go hand by hand.
BEE CLOTHING
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Bee Clothing is a new London based menswear label, whose philosophy is to create clothes without compromise. Their aim is to demonstrate that you don’t have to sacrifice style
BOO PALA
to enjoy protection from the elements, which can be seen
Boo Pala is sporty, masculine and has a British attitude. The
in their high-spec outerwear. You’ll see the commitment to
vibrant ready-to-wear brand aims to push the boundaries
AZIINA
tailoring quality in the extensive use of British Melton wool,
of colour, silhouette and textiles. The Autumn/Winter 2015
AZiiNA clothing is for the versatile, modern woman with
super-soft backed satin lining and signature horn buttons,
collection ‘The Mole’ offers unisex pieces to translate the
a creative flair. AZiiNA believe in making high quality
plus much more.
same view and taste for both genders.
investment pieces that can be adapted to different
Available online and in our Notting Hill store.
Available online and in our Mayfair store.
environments and situations, taking your outfit from day to night or from season to season. Available online and in our Notting Hill store.
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Above: Cut & Tso. Below: Eddie Handmade. Bottom: Isabel Englebert.
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Above: Gem&i
GEM&I
Gem&i is a London based luxury leisurewear line. Created by best friends, Gemma Henry and Lauren Barnett, the
CUT & TSO
brand combines ultra soft everyday essentials with great
Cut & Tso is built on a simple ethos: quality first. Hand-
style and the perfect fit. Gem&i is highlighted by its unique
selected materials merge with attentive construction to
slogans and hand drawn prints.
create new classics for our time. Designed, cut, and sewn
Available online and in our Notting Hill store.
in Canada, Tso is dedicated to the simple details that turn a
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functional garment into a piece of art. Available online and in our Mayfair store.
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Isabel Englebert Born in Argentina, Isabel Englebert started her relationship
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with fashion when she worked as a model 15 years ago. Fusing traditional and modern materials with avant
Eddie Handmade is a premium label reflecting a sense of
garde design, Isabel presents her exquisite collection of
relaxed and timeless elegance, focusing on practicality and
handmade, couture jewellery. Uniting classical Goldsmith
streamlined designs. All of the pieces are made with natural
techniques with the latest technology, including laser
cowhide and calfskin leather, used for its particularly
cutting and 3D printing, each piece is a bold representation
smooth, supple, yet durable qualities. Pieced together in
of intricate design, immense skill and impeccable finish. The
a Florence workshop, the leather is also sourced from the
art of combination is the distinct signature of this designer.
finest tanneries in Italy, a number of which also provide
Available online and in our Mayfair store.
their material to world leading fashion houses. Available online and in our Mayfair store.
EMILE VIDAL CARR With more engineering in one garment than a smartphone, Emile Vidal Carr is a British brand inspired by architecture and colour. Emile creates the ultimate statement dresses with signature silhouettes and contrasting features. Available online and in our Mayfair store.
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Above: Emile Vidal Carr
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IVAN Swedish-born artist Ivan Pettersson is the man behind IVAN. With a background in product and graphic design, IVAN presents his first jewellery collection of ‘Wearable Architecture’ that has a heavy focus on structure. Influenced by Scandinavian design, IVAN is the expression of Pettersson’s own beliefs and aesthetics: design doesn’t have to be complex to be beautiful. Made from Sterling Silver, the pieces are handcrafted using traditional methods, to ensure the highest level of quality. Available online and in our Notting Hill store.
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Kinnari The name “Kinnari” in Buddhist mythology represents feminine beauty, grace and accomplishment. Having both studied gemology in London, the designers Sally and Katie
KIM KWANG
met whilst working in Bangkok - the biggest gem hub in the
London based Korean designer Kim Kwang gained an MA
world. At the time, they were the only two western women
in Fashion Footwear from the prestigious Cordwainers
working in the gem industry there, which gave them access
College. As the only person to ever be awarded the ‘Jimmy
to a huge selection of gemstones. This insight sparked the
Choo Scholarship’, Kim went on to work alongside Jimmy
dream of running their own jewellery company, they now
Choo as a footwear designer before establishing his own
take pride in designing and hand-selecting the gemstones
label. Taking on board influences from his former employer,
themselves.
Kwang’s collections stand out with a clear signature look.
Available online and in our Notting Hill store.
Kwang creates a contemporary and refined silhouette for the sophisticated woman who isn’t afraid of standing out from the crowd. Available online and in our Mayfair store.
Top right: Kinnari. Left top to bottom: IVAN, London Athletics Club, Kim Kwang, Lauren Cecchi.
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Lauren Cecchi Lauren Cecchi New York is a luxury handbag collection that strives to inspire women to make the most out of every day, but still have fun. Made from the finest Italian leather and crafted in New York City’s Garment District, Lauren Cecchi New York handbags are inherently elegant with playful colours. The collection features clean lines and a classic aesthetic including the iconic ribbing on the front of each bag. Lauren Cecchi New York wants to be known for a silhouette not a logo. Available online and in our Mayfair store.
London Athletics Club Designed and made in London, London Athletics Club is a young, dynamic brand for those who thrive on the everchanging nature of the city, and use the capital’s streets as their playgrounds. It is for individuals who identify with pushing boundaries, appreciate diversity and, above all, believe in having fun with street style. Available online and in our Mayfair store.
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Left: LOUISE. Clockwise from below: NightProwl, Mew, Maiko Nagayama, Meredith Marks.
LoUISE Liz Louise graduated at the age of 19 at Amsterdam’s well-
NIGHTPROWL
known Artemis Styling Academy in 2009. She has been
NightProwl is a luxury lingerie brand offering a scintillating
working in the fashion industry ever since; doing several
collection of sensual boudoir lingerie made with the finest
design collaborations with multiple brands. With 7 years of
fabrics and to the highest quality. The NightProwl range
experience in both the commercial and indie fashion scene
invites the wearer to give into instinct and unleash her
she decided to create her own label with her personal vision
seductive nature. NightProwl takes you out of the everyday
on style: “LOUISE”.
Meredith Marks
and into a world of unbridled sensuality. Evoking attitude
Available online and in our Mayfair store.
Meredith Marks jewellery reflects inspirations of her Asian
and impulse, NightProwl lingerie is for the woman who
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travels and embodies the natural beauty and culture of
seeks to let go of inhibition and awaken her wild side...
these places. Meredith combines the practicality of multi-
Available online and in our Mayfair store.
Maiko Nagayama was born and raised in Tokyo and
Available online and in our Mayfair store.
Maiko Nagayama
functional pieces with the raw beauty of natural stones and foreign motifs. Meredith uses gold, silver and precious stones to create modern designs with a classic twist. Meredith hails from Chicago and the fashion districts of Oak Street and Michigan Avenue from a family that was always involved in fashion.
consequently inspired by human behaviour in the city and the intimate spaces which humans create. Maiko’s psychological observations on humans and their interaction
MEW
with inanimate objects give the key ethos to her design,
Upon finishing her degree in Fashion Design at IED Madrid,
bringing a new sense of identity to fine jewellery. Intensely
Mariana Soto set up Mew to enable her to transmit her
coloured precious stones such as alexandrite, black opal
passion and creativity through her work. Mew is reflected
and emerald, drop colour onto sensual and futuristic forms
by the world she loves, with a touch of freshness and
resulting in sculptural, pleasurable and unique wearable
originality. Mew believe that their jewellery provides a
works of art.
versatile product that can be worn twenty four hours a day,
Available online and in our Mayfair store.
seven days a week. Available online and in our Notting Hill store.
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RAISHMA
ROGUES
The Raishma collection is for the confident woman who
Rogues were born from a desire to create footwear that
wants unique and exclusive designs that are affordable,
is not only functional, but elegant and full of character. A
versatile, and flattering. They offer a premium designed
love-child from the colour and comfort of trainers and the
collection that is fusion inspired, using artisan skills such
craft and credentials of brogues, Rogues should have a
as embroidery and beading, and provide exclusive British
firm place in any modern woman’s wardrobe. Created from
designs with an international outlook. They only use high
three pieces of leather to form an iconic shape, Rogues
quality fabric and specialise in artisan craftsmanship,
are manufactured in Portugal where generations of hand-
including embellishment and intricate thread work.
crafted quality leather goods have been produced.
Available online and in our Notting Hill store.
Available online and in our Notting Hill store.
RIXO Born in 2015 by best friends and London College of Fashion alumni, Henrietta Rix and Orlagh McCloskey, RIXO London is a contemporary label offering distinctively British collections for the modern woman. RIXO offers refreshing
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Parlor
and beautiful pieces, surpassing trends in favour of creating vintage inspired pieces with a contemporary feel. Collaborating with highly skilled English factories, the RIXO girls vigilantly oversee the whole garment process, with longevity in mind so every garment can be cherished forever. Available online and in our Notting Hill store.
Parlor was founded in 2010 by Veronica Zaharia, with the conviction that no matter the trends and times, a woman must still be refined, feminine and elegant. Parlor embraces time-honored couture techniques and handmade details, with a modern sensibility to create special and unique feminine pieces for the contemporary woman. A combination of contrasting elements defines the demicouture house: Parlor is traditional and modern at the same time; modern and organic, sumptuous and pure. Available online and in our Mayfair store.
Above: Raishma. Top right: Rogues. Right: Parlor. Far right: RIXO.
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SUPERSWEET X MOUMI SUPERSWEET x moumi is a London-born and ThaiJapanese owned label, inspired by the designer’s three pedigree cats, moumi, myogi and kikilala. Conceptualised in 2011, by founder Choltida Pekanan, SUPERSWEET x moumi personifies the attitude and instincts of her feline
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companions. As the face of the label, the Abyssinian blue,
ZIVA is an ecologically sustainable luxury womenswear
moumi, leads the cat collective and represents Choltida’s
label. The label collaborates with local Indian artisans
alter ego: an eclectic designer inventing ethereal pieces for
creating a perfect blend of intricate craftwork in modern
the inspired.
clothing. With deep roots in the Indian textile industry and
Available online and in our Notting Hill store.
an extended network of local craftsmen, ZIVA continues to
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sustain and nourish enduring traditions from various parts of India. The fabrics used are primarily hand-woven and made from only natural fibres. Each garment is produced in fair and ethical working conditions. Available online and in our Mayfair store.
Yufash Above: Rumour London
Yufash is an accessible luxury-clothing brand for women who are confident, sophisticated, and rebellious. A Yufash
Rumour London RUMOUR is a contemporary London-based womenswear label, focused on creating beautiful and wearable garments to suit the busy lifestyle of today’s woman. Their designs are defined by feminine lines and smart detail. They are passionate about using the powers of fashion to help women be at their best and achieve their dreams, so it is their mission to create pieces that have great finish and true soul.
woman doesn’t follow trends; she sets them. She has a strong sense of identity and a clear vision for her particular look. Yufash women are hard to pinpoint because they’re unique individuals with their own style. They like original fabrics, bold embellishments, and quirky details. They’re women who want to be able to explore their creativity freely and passionately. All garments are made in England. Available online and in our Mayfair store.
As the style icon Coco Chanel once said, “Dress shabbily and they remember the dress; dress impeccably, and they remember the woman”. Available online and in our Mayfair store.
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Clockwise from above left: SUPERSWEET x moumi, Yufash, ZIVA, Sophie Darling.
Sophie Darling Sophie Darling is a specialist scarf designer and British manufacturer of high end luxury investment pieces. Her ethos is to make wearable art by applying her contemporary print aesthetic to luxurious fabrics though experimental and traditional print techniques. Her interpretation of differing print mediums and traditional techniques assures the buyer of the quality and individuality synonymous with contemporary British Design. All of the Sophie Darling pieces are printed by hand in southern England at Darling Studios. Available online and in our Mayfair store.
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