Discoveries From Porto + Designers To Follow
Here’s everything I saw and loved on my recent trip to Portugal—and the designers I can’t stop screenshotting from.
Dispatch From Porto
A few snapshots from a short but sweet free morning in Porto, during a quick trip with my dear friend and designer Patricio Campillo for an exciting collaboration with APICCAPS (Portuguese Shoes).
Favorite street? Read on.
Recap of cool Portuguese brands:
A Line (Clothing)
Ementa (Clothing)
Isto (Clothing)
Gandaia (Clothing)
Nuuk (Jewelry)
Cinco (Jewelry)
Mama Praïa (Sandals)
Lachoix (Footwear)
Sanjo (Sneakers)
Wayz (Sneakers)
Nae Vegan Shoes (Footwear)
Vava (Eyewear)
Fora (Eyewear)
Faireal (Ceramics)
O Cactuu (Décor)
A Vida Portuguesa (Homeware & Souvenirs)
Mambo Unlimited (Furniture)
BamandBoo (Skincare)
The Feeting Room (Multi-brand Store)
Designers To Follow
Temily. The new resort brand by Raechel Temily made its debut recently in New York, where I was invited to the presentation. I couldn't resist trying on this gorgeous yellow dress that felt sexy, soft, and confident all at once. The fabric and adjustable straps reflect the designer’s thoughtful intention to empower the wearer while offering a refreshing silhouette and color palette.
Abadia. Abadia is a Saudi brand that pays careful attention to fabric and detail. Its name derives from the Arabic words desert (badiah) and timelessness (Abadi) — a nod to the brand’s commitment to preserving culture, supporting craftsmanship and creating ethically made products.
Beck. I discovered the fine jewelry brand by the lovely Rebecca Zeijdel-Paz during the Fashion Trust US’ Designer Showcase in LA. Beck was one of the lucky winners! As Rebecca put it when I met her, each piece carries within the spirit of her native island, Curaçao. A tribute to life spent by the sea.
Piso. The girl can leave Barcelona, but the Mediterranean will never leave the girl. One of the brands I'm most excited to get my hands on is Piso, by Blanca Pérez-Cabrero. The stylist and jewelry designer has just unveiled her new fashion line, which challenges convention with bold structures, precise cuts, and a commitment to pure design.
Discover more Spanish brands here.
Patrick Taylor. Another standout winner of Fashion Trust US — and a personal favorite — was Patrick Taylor. Originally from London and now based in New York City after completing his fashion design studies at Parsons, Taylor has carved a distinctive niche with his all-knitwear collection. His designs thoughtfully explore the duality of childhood, drawing inspiration from nostalgic family sports like skiing and sailing.
Kettel Atelier. One of the designers I keep screenshotting and dreaming about. Founded by Laura Tønder, a Danish designer based in Mallorca, Kettel Atelier offers a collection of one-of-a-kind garments crafted from vintage home textiles and deadstock fabrics. A true delight! Previously seen here as spring layering item.
More Scandi brands here.
Hope you enjoyed the selection! If you did, please like, comment, and share — it means the world to me!
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