Rafael Kouto is an independent Swiss fashion designer of Togolese origins. His brand is characterised by a distinctive hybrid aesthetic that reflects our globalised world, merging West African and Western European cultures.

Led by an uncompromised approach to sustainability, Rafael’s designs combine upcycling techniques with local manufacturing and traditional, artisanal practices. His work earned him numerous awards like the Diesel Award and the Swiss Design Award, and led to features in publications such as Vogue, ELLE, DAZED and i-D.

Creative education advocate and sustainable fashion powerhouse PATRICK MCDOWELL strives to reinvent luxury in an ethical way. Born and raised in Liverpool he uses this to inspire his collections, most recent being sponsored by Swarovski, Burberry and others. He graduated from Central Saint Martins in 2018 and had been captivating the fashion industry since. He was also nominated by Anna Wintour for the prestigious Stella McCartney Today For Tomorrow award for his work.

Angel Chen is a unisex fashion label with a multilayered aesthetic, enthusiastically described as ‘Chinese Punk’ by the press. Having trained at the prestigious Central Saint Martins College in London, Angel was named as one of the “Top 5 graduate designers of the year” by i-D magazine, before going on to work for houses Marchesa and Vera Wang.

Founded in 1946 and known as “Il Maestro del Design” in Italy, Cappellini has become synonymous with contemporary and avant-garde design featuring collections characterised by experimentation and exploration of new ways of living. Giulio Cappellini has been selected by Time magazine as the Ambassador of Excellence for Italian design worldwide. Recognised as a talent scout of young designers, he has successfully collaborated with prominent names in contemporary design, including Jasper Morrison, Marcel Wanders, the Bouroullec brothers and Marc Newson.

Michiko Koshino is the prolific designer behind the unisex streetwear brand of the same name, with a long cultural heritage as one of the influencers of the London 90’s club scene. A favourite of David Bowie, Stella McCartney and Candy Ken to name a few, the designer herself has developed a respected reputation amongst the creative community, widely known for her innovation, quality and iconic trend-starting pieces.

From fashion to design and art, the school founded by Giulio Marangoni in 1935 is one of the most dynamic and well-known academic institutions in the creative arts. Istituto Marangoni have seven schools in some of the world’s top creative cities, with 2,000 new students enrolled every year. With a graduate employment rate of 80%, Istituto Marangoni is the place where tomorrow’s talents are born.

Kam Ce Kam is a furniture and interiors brand born from a passion for innovative design conceived through traditional methods of manufacturing, coupled with a genuine desire to revive the heritage of Indian craft in a considered, conscious and contemporary manner. Creative director of the brand and designer of the launch collection, Jehanara Knowles, grew up between New Delhi and London, fuelling her passion for the fusion of tradition in her early years.

Established in London in 2015, STAFFONLY is a forward-thinking menswear and accessories brand founded by the two lead designers, Une and Shimo. Now based in Shanghai, STAFFONLY aims to offer a fresh take on traditional menswear by harnessing sharp concepts and incorporating innovative materials, creating both provocative and functional pieces every season.

BOURIE is a womenswear brand based in Seoul focused on expressing avant-garde tailoring and bold silhouettes using unexpected details. The creative director Eunhye Jo launched the brand in 2014 and since has won Seoul’s 10SOUL – an award given to upcoming designers in South Korea – for two consecutive years. Alongside a collaboration with Hello Kitty in 2019 for Seoul fashion week, BOURIE is forging a new path in the world of tailoring.

Räthel & Wolf is a London-based jewellery label founded in 2016 by designers Sari Räthel and Ricarda Wolf. Exploring new ways of wearing jewellery, the brand creates forms directly on the body, subverting the norms of gender identity and body awareness. The label strives to contribute to a wider shift away from traditional gender constructs, with progressive desirable gender-fluid jewellery collections.

Panter & Tourron researches new formal codes and visual experiences exploring the intersections of technology, design and society. Through material investigation and technical innovation, they work to define a new vision of luxury for tomorrow. The studio collaborates with clients and partners offering expertise on commercial works and creative research across spatial and product design, creative direction and consultancy.

Founded by Ana Kerin in 2012, Kana’s approach to work is both experimental and playful, never following a procedure, and creating new recipes daily. Working with a unique mixture of clays and mixing her own glazes, Kerin often turns her back on traditional ceramic practice. Building with her hands, rather than turning on the wheel, further emphasizes the individuality of each piece.