Coach

Tenderness is not a term often associated with fashion labels, but Coach is an exception to the rule. Synonymous with elegance, modernity and expertise, Coach has made its name through its ready-to-wear, bags, footwear and accessory collections, all of which offer a perfect blend of authenticity and accessibility. Benevolent but no less influential, Coach can certainly hold its own among the biggest Parisian houses: its muses are members of the fashion elite and its catwalk shows are the talk of every New York Fashion Week. The city of New York itself is integral to the Coach identity, with the brand born in the Big Apple back in 1941, the fruit of a collaboration between six talented artisans and leather enthusiasts. Like every great success story, Coach has evolved over the decades to establish its reputation in the international fashion landscape. Stuart Vevers, the brand's artistic director since 2013, is a staunch optimist, advocating for the freedom and courage to be oneself. To him, these values embody the spirit of the entire New York community, though he surrounds himself with faces from across the US, all of whom share his courage and unwavering resilience. From Jennifer Lopez and Megan Thee Stallion to Lil Nas X, Michael B Jordan, and more, these socially-engaged artists and personalities make the Coachies a community that spans generations, backgrounds and styles. But the renewed success of the classic horse-and-carriage brand goes far beyond its ability to unite famous faces, albeit with something to say. Leather expertise is the founding component of Coach's DNA, as evidenced by its highly coveted bags, each more popular than the last. From the preppy Swinger and Field Tote in coated canvas (with or without the monogram), to the sportier Charter backpacks and bumbags, or the more classic Studio and Willow designs, whatever your aesthetic and lifestyle, rest assured that there's a Coach bag made for you. The label's most emblematic piece, however, remains the Tabby, with its iconic silhouette, and whose style has been reinterpreted throughout the collections. That's right, in case you didn't know: every season has its own Tabby bag.