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International Women's Day: Female-Founded Brands to Know

There has never been a better time to spotlight some of our inspiring female-owned brands that are changing the industry

By: Maddi John

This season, we’re shining a light on female-founded brands shaping today’s fashion, design and craft scenes. From Rixo's Henrietta Rix and Orlagh McClosky, much-loved for their fusion of vintage glamour and contemporary cool; to Aymer Maria founder Ruth Aymer, who works with recycled materials to create her unique jewellery gems, here you'll find inspiration at its finest.

Read More: Meet the Makers Behind Liberty’s Homeware Brands

RIXO

If you've been around London in the summer, chances are, you’ve stopped mid-walk to swoon over a RIXO dress. Having quickly bonded over a shared love of vintage, best friends and brand founders Henrietta Rix and Orlagh McClosky joined forces to create a brand encompassing timeless shapes and intoxicating prints for the modern-day woman.

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Anissa Kermiche

What better way to celebrate women than by recognising the strength, individuality, and beauty of the female form? London-based designer Anissa Kermiche does just that by creating fine jewellery and ceramic home furnishings inspired by modern art and the female body.

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Westman Atelier

Purveyor of the coveted second-skin makeup look, Gucci Westman’s unmatched expertise in editorial makeup artistry is channelled in Westman Atelier – a smart line-up of ingenious formulations for face, eyes and lips. Born in California and raised in Sweden, this renowned makeup artist has created a clean and conscious collection beloved by beauty buffs.

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Pura Utz

In 2018, best friends Bernabela and Anna founded Pura Utz to bring to life their shared dream of creating handmade jewellery. The team started out with six women, working out of Bernabela’s house in Santiago Atitlan, where together they created beautiful, high-quality beaded jewellery and pouches, inspired by the fruits of the land – a project that has helped enable a full-time income for more than fifty women in Guatemala.

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Dusen Dusen

If colourful homeware is your weakness, consider Dusen Dusen your kryptonite. Ellen Van Dusen is the Brooklyn-based founder of the cult decor and fashion label Dusen Dusen. With mood-boosting hues and playful patterns, this brand is all about bringing feel-good joy into your space.

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Anna + Nina

Adventurous duo Anna de Lanoy Meijer and Nina Poot created a one-of-a-kind homeware and accessories brand after gaining inspiration from their colourful travels around the world. With every product, the founders hope to bring a little piece of their journey into your home.

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Aymer Maria

Whether you're a devotee to statement jewellery or you're on the lookout for a unique piece to add to your collection, Aymer Maria is the place to look for your next show-stopping piece. Fusing art with history, founder Ruth Aymer has created a collection of intricate and sustainable jewellery inspired by classic Greco-Roman architecture.

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Susanne Kaufmann

Susanne Kaufmann puts her expertise in natural skincare and family healing remedies to the best use, with a range of luxurious, natural and effective skincare, while ensuring sustainability and innovation are at the heart of her brand.

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Annoushka Jewellery

Iconic Annoushka Jewellery aims to bring a strong female voice to the traditional world of fine jewellery. Founder and Creative Director, Annoushka Ducas takes inspiration from the unique stories the women around her share to create precious jewellery designed by women for women.

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