Dries Van Noten

Dries Van Noten, a distinguished name in luxury fashion, was established in 1986 by its visionary founder, Dries Van Noten, in the culturally rich city of Antwerp, Belgium. This heritage brand is celebrated for its innovative fashion shows and biannual men's and women's collections, which consistently push creative boundaries. The brand's influence extends through notable collaborations, such as the memorable partnership with Christian Lacroix in 2019. Demonstrating its forward-thinking approach, Dries Van Noten expanded into gender-fluid fragrances and refillable lipsticks in 2022. The brand's foundation was laid when Dries Van Noten graduated from the Royal Academy of Fine Arts in Belgium in 1981, followed by the opening of its first Antwerp flagship store in 1989. Recognized globally for its artistic integrity, Dries Van Noten received the 'International Designer of the Year Award' from the CFDA in 2008, solidifying its position as a leader in contemporary design.