DESIGNER SPOTLIGHT

Designed to Romance

Designed to Romance

Intricate lace. Moody florals. Ethereal silhouettes. No matter the season, there’s always room for a splash of romance. Meet the three designers infusing their collections with fanciful details that will have you sitting pretty, even in the heart of winter.

BROCK COLLECTION

  • Founded by Kristopher Brock and Laura Vassar, this Los Angeles-based label combines exquisite, vintage-inspired tailoring with artful prints and graceful details that exude modern elegance.
  • LAUNCHED:
    2014
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FUN FACT:
    The husband-and-wife design duo met while studying fashion design at Parsons.
  • THE MUST-RENT:
    A feminine dress in elegant florals reminiscent of French wallpaper.

TANYA TAYLOR


  • Beloved by former First Lady, Michelle Obama, Aidy Bryant, and Jennifer Garner, Toronto-born and New York City-based designer, Tanya Taylor, is known for her colorful, inclusive approach to fashion. With a focus on playful prints and vibrant embellishments, each piece is designed to instantly brighten your day.
  • LAUNCHED:
    2012
  • FUN FACT:
    Every print in her collection is hand-painted by her in-house design team.
  • THE MUST-RENT:
    A mixed-print blouse or dress in can’t-miss hues.

SELF-PORTRAIT

  • Malaysian-born designer, Han Chong, is known for his signature lace paneling and structured yet whimsical silhouettes. A red-carpet go-to for the Duchess of Cambridge, Chong’s effortlessly chic dresses are perfect for parties, events, and special occasions.
  • LAUNCHED:
    2013
  • FUN FACT:
    Chong’s first Self-Portrait collection consisted of just 17 dresses.
  • THE MUST-RENT:
    Lace dresses with unexpected cut-outs and frills.

Designed to Romance

Designed to Romance

It's love at first sight with this assortment of fanciful dresses, blouses and more.