There are an endless amount of clothing brands out there to shop from, but if you’re tired of fast fashion and want to give some love to other labels, check out these amazing Asian-owned ones. And yes, we’re aware that the word “Asian” can lump together vastly different countries and cultures, so we included a mix of brands that are Chinese-, Japanese-, Nepalese-, Vietnamese-, Taiwanese-, Indian-, and Pakistani-owned (and more!), so you can see the variety of all these amazingly cool designers and their creations. From colorful knitwear to luxe silks, there’s something here for everyone. Also, some designer brands are more established while others on this list are relatively new and up-and-coming, but all of them warrant your attention for their unique and downright stunning designs. Keep scrolling below for 29 Asian-owned clothing—and accessory!—brands that you’ll want to start shopping at immediately.
If you want to continue to show your support to BIPOC-owned brands, especially for the upcoming holiday gift-giving season, click the links to check out these Black-owned brands, Indian fashion designers, and Latina-owned businesses. Now go forth and browse through all these awesome labels!
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YanYan Knits
Your wardrobe will be so colorful and cozy thanks to this brand founded by former Rag & Bone knitwear director Phyllis Chan and Hong Kong designer Suzzie Chung. The name “YanYan” means “everyone” in Cantonese, FYI.
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Delaroq
Upgrade your accessory game with this bag brand by designer Jennifer Lyu. It features croc-embossed designs, structured tote bags, and chic crossbody styles; plus, it offers some super cute knit beanies, too.
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Sandy Liang
Liang’s signature fleece outerwear is a covetable fall and winter staple, and she’s also done cool collabs with Vans and Spongebob Squarepants. The New York-native is definitely a designer that you’ll be seeing more of.
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Notte Jewelry
Chinese-American designer Jessica Tse started this jewelry brand in 2018, and it has a childlike aesthetic with sophisticated flair thanks to the fun shapes and pearl accents.
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Adeam
Japanese designer Hanako Maeda founded Adeam (her last name backwards!), and the line is inspired by both New York City and Tokyo since she constantly traveled back and forth between the two cities growing up. She recently collaborated with tennis star Naomi Osaka on a new collection.
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Altuzarra
Both Chinese and French, Joseph Altuzarra studied ballet for years before he got into the fashion industry. He founded his namesake label in 2008 and his pieces have a modern aesthetic that are chic and timeless.
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Prabal Gurung
Born in Singapore and raised in Nepal, Prabal Gurung has so many romantic, dreamy pieces like this Cinderella-esque strapless dress. He founded the brand in 2009 and has dressed countless A-listers since, including Michelle Obama and Kate Middleton.
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3.1 Phillip Lim
Created by founders Phillip Lim and Wen Zhou, the brand debuted in 2005 at New York Fashion Week and has since expanded into other categories like bags, shoes, and menswear.
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Derek Lam
The Chinese-American designer was born in San Francisco and launched his namesake label in 2003. His alternate contemporary line Derek Lam 10 Crosby was launched in 2011 and was made to wear for any occasion, be it dressy or informal.
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Peter Do
A Brooklyn-based Vietnamese designer, Peter Do worked at Céline and Derek Lam before launching his own label in 2018. His tailored suits look so sleek and many of his pieces also feature unexpected cutouts and cool tie details.
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Kara
Hong Kong native Sarah Law founded Kara in 2013 and odds are you’ve seen the accessory brand all over your IG feed. Recently, the label launched its “bike chain wallet” that’s become one of its most popular items to date.
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JW Pei
Created by husband and wife duo Yang Pei and Stephanie Li, the bag brand is made with vegan leather and recycled plastic. Its trendy designs are also affordable and accessible—i.e., they look way more expensive than they actually are, which is great news for your wallet.
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Jason Wu
The Taiwanese-Canadian designer was responsible for Michelle Obama’s white one-shoulder inaugural ball gown in 2009, and is known for his romantic, colorful pieces that often include tulle, ruffles, sequins, and feathers.
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14
Kayu
Jamie Lim grew up in Hong Kong and was inspired by all the bamboo that surrounded her. She then founded Kayu, which is known for its beachy woven bags, and even Meghan Markle accessorized with one of the clutches to attend a wedding.
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Claudia Li
Raised in both New Zealand and Singapore, Claudia Li is currently based in New York and started her eponymous label in 2015. For her debut runway show in 2018, she featured only Asian models to pay homage to her Chinese heritage.
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16
SVNR
Christina Tung’s brand (pronounced “souvenir”) offers handmade jewelry and dyed silk dresses. The earrings are often asymmetrical and feature beads, shells, and stones and the slips have adjustable ruching on one side.
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Supriya Lele
The British-Indian designer was an LVMH Price finalist this year and her creations will instantly cheer you up with their bright colors and asymmetrical silhouettes. (Dua Lipa seen here is proof that wearing the brand makes you happier.)
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18
Gentle Monster
The South Korean sunglasses brand has tons of statement frames, like these oversized tinted ones, but it also has more classic acetate ones as well.
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Comme des Garcons
Rei Kawakubo founded the iconic Japanese fashion label, and it was even a whole Met Gala theme in 2017. Kawakubo is known for unconventional, statement-making silhouettes that undoubtedly command attention.
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Rastah
The Pakistani label Rastah means “path” or “journey” in Urdu, and it has a streetwear aesthetic featuring tie-dye clothing, graphic tees, and hoodies.
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Private Policy
The unisex label has designs for everyone with a range of sizing for both men and women. Its check styles are some of its most popular and it was founded by Haoran Li and Siying Qu, who graduated from Parsons in May 2015.
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PH5
Created by Wei Lin and Zoe Champion, PH5’s knitwear is so cute and often features prints like houndstooth, gingham, and stripes. Its asymmetrical dresses and scalloped hems lend unique details to classic silhouettes.
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23
AMESH
Based in Sri Lanka, the South Asian label has clothing in vivid colors like this pink floral jacket with yellow fringe.
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24
Cafuné
Founded by Queenie Fan and Day Lau in 2015, the bag brand has a modern, minimal aesthetic that instantly dress up any outfit.
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Doverist
The Hong Kong activewear brand has leggings, sports bras, and tanks with cool cutouts and color ways so you’ll feel comfortable yet stylish while breaking a sweat.
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Grey State Apparel
Born and raised in Bangladesh, Saima Chowdhury founded sustainable label Grey State in 2015, and it has so many styles that are comfortable and made for a fashionable WFH lifestyle.
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Suket Dhir
A recipient of the International Woolmark Prize in 2015, the Indian designer loves bold prints and gorgeous fabrics. His luxe pieces are definitely worth adding to your wardrobe.
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28
KYNAH
Founded by Aisha Rawji in 2017, KYNAH is a curated store that offers selections from Indian designers, but it also makes its own pieces like gorgeous embroidered caftans.
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29
abacaxi
Created by Sheena Sood, the name means “pineapple” in Portuguese. She is inspired by nature and many of her pieces are tie-dyed in various shades. This dress, for example, channels the color of opals, and the hair accessories also feature shells and are shaped like insects.
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Lauren Adhav
Associate Fashion Editor
I’m Cosmopolitan’s Associate Fashion Editor and write about any and all trends, major celeb fashion moments, and why wide-leg jeans are basically the best.
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