Meet Aria Puga, a Virginia-native currently residing in Brooklyn, New York. They create without limits - designing clothes, furniture, and dabbling in photography. Born in Manhattan, they always had a tie to New York. After living most of their life in Virginia and being attracted to the liveliness of a big city, they decided to reconnect with their roots.

Nigerian born and London raised Creator, Mowalola Ogunlesi is very high on the list of designers to watch, especially after making headline news revealing her 10-year appointed Design Director partnership for Yeezy Gap. Mowalola takes fashion out of the box with her wild color choices yet ritzy patterns to turn you into the early 2000s hottie you were meant to be.

While they are loads brands that are producing material and content every day, you have those who are changing the game as they are not only revolutionizing the industry with their fabrics but also the way they carry the culture. If you live in New York City, FELT is one of those staple brands that are sported by the locals and transplants that get acquainted with the “City That Never Sleeps”.

Uptown New York City designer, Loso has been one of the bright individuals that’s providing a new energy to your beloved fitted caps. Finding his work through two beloved New Yorkers, Brooklyn notable rapper, Radamiz and Uptown decorated artist/creative, SNOEMAN. The intersection found in both avenues goes to show you how deep that Loso’s work is stitched to the roots of the city.

Deep in the heart in the biggest city of Texas, there lies one of the most influential boutiques to make its stamp in Houston. IMPERIAL is a modern vintage boutique that not only caters to the famous throwback athletic gear that you desire but it also develops a deep sense for culture by featuring Southern threads from the early 2000s, HBO Sports Boxing T-Shirts, various grails from timeless designer companies, and more.

When it comes to different emerging brands in the city of Houston, Shisty Clothing is making their imprint known throughout the scene in The Bayou City. Developing a style that resonates with the modern culture that depicts the future makes this brand a movement that’s forward moving and delivers a different aura for Houstonians to enjoy.