8 European Fashion Brands That People In The States Haven’t Discovered (Yet)

Even Who What Wear editors can get in a rut when it comes to shopping, checking the same bookmarked websites, at a loss for where else to look. While there’s certainly no harm in returning to the trusted brands that you know work for you, there’s also something to be said for expanding your horizons slightly. Smaller, independent brands can be a great way to add something more unique and special to your everyday rotation—you’re less likely to arrive at drinks or the office in the same outfit if you’ve ventured beyond Zara.

Below we chart 8 European fashion brands that people in the States haven’t quite discovered yet, from affordable favorites to the elevated brands that are creating ripples in the luxury space. There’s the Amsterdam-based label that fashion editors are hailing as the ‘Next Big Thing in Minimalism’, a London-based shirt brand that creates the perfect Oxford, and Athenian jewelry designers putting a modern spin on traditional craftsmanship. Whether you’re looking for a new cardigan or a one-of-a-kind evening look, let us introduce you to European fashion brands that are worth your attention. Trust us, these are all worth name dropping.

Rohe

This stealthy Amsterdam-based label has quietly become an influencer mainstay since it was founded in 2021 by Marieke Meulendijks and Maickel Weyers. It will appeal to those who love The Row or Toteme, as it focuses on tailoring and beautifully constructed basics.

With Nothing Underneath

With Nothing Underneath was founded by a London-based fashion journalist Pip Durrell, who used to work at Tatler. She noticed a gap in the market for good-quality cotton Oxford shirts, and since then it has had a lot of influencer and press attention. One moment that really changed the trajectory of the brand was when Meghan Markle wore one of the shirts in a video for the charity Smartworks.

Talia Byre

Launched in 2020, Talia Byre has become one-to-watch on the London Fashion Week circuit. The Central Saint Martins graduate deconstructs everyday staples, like a striped rugby shirt or a bomber jacket, working with deadstock fabrics sourced from Northern English mills.

Me+Em

British high-street brand ME+EM has gone from strength to strength this year, as not only has it had some big PR moments dressing UK politicians and the Middletons, but it also has had huge commercial success with British shoppers thanks to its focus on timeless design and quality construction. It already has a presence in the U.S., with two stores in New York City, however we predict it will skyrocket stateside in 2025.

Liberowe

Liberowe has become an insider favorite and was launched in 2021 by Talia Loubaton with the Raja Signature Jacket. It was inspired by traditional menswear jackets in India, called sherwani, that she saw during her travels in Delhi. Tailoring remains at the heart of the label—one Who What Wear bride wore one of the skirt suits to her wedding last year.