Top 25 American Luxury Brands To Have On Your Radar

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If you are looking for some brand inspiration for your next luxury purchase, you’re in the right place as we have brought together 25 of the best American luxury brands!

There are lots of well-established European luxury brands, such as Louis Vuitton, Gucci, and Alexander McQueen, but what are some of the best American fashion brands? What are some of the American designer brands that offer stunning ready-to-wear collections, gorgeous handbags, and beautiful shoes?

We have compiled this list of some of the American luxury brands that you should know about, with a range of well-known brands that we all know and love as well as new brands that you really need to know about that are creating some of the most exciting piece ensuring you are ahead of the curve. Just keep reading to find some inspiration for your next luxury purchase!

25 Best American Luxury brands

1. Tom Ford 
Black Tom Ford Gran De Poudre Padlock Tuxedo Jacket w/ Leather Trim

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If you are looking for a brand known for its glamour, then Tom Ford is the designer for you!

Having previously been the creative director of Yves Saint Laurent and Gucci, Tom Ford is no stranger to luxury fashion and accessories and over the years has become a beloved brand in the fashion industry.

This structured Tuxedo Jacket-style blazer is the perfect example of the effortless glam of Tom Ford pieces, with the perfectly tailored silhouette, leather lapel, and chunky gleaming gold padlock at the waist.

2. Rick Owens


Rick Owens has amassed an almost cult-like following in the last few years, with his Avant Garde, luxurious grunge designs being a favorite among street style enthusiasts in particular.

Although you can see some very, very cool pieces at Rick Owens runways, the brand is perhaps most famous for its elevated basics, particularly among men. The designer is also famous for his gender-bending pieces; for example, you’ll find a lot of heeled shoes for men in the brand’s footwear collection.

Rick Owens is definitely one to watch and one of the most interesting designers to emerge in recent years!

3. Tory Burch
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Tory Burch is one of the best-known American luxury brands, with their incredible collection of handbags, as well as clothing, swimwear, and other accessories.

This label was founded in 2004 and received an endorsement from Oprah Winfrey which quickly made Tory Burch a household name all over the United States.

There are so many stunning bags available in top-quality materials, such as this McGraw Small Bucket Bag, which is crafted from pebbled leather for a luxurious feel.

4. The Row 
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The luxury label, The Row, was first founded in 2006 by Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen, who were well-known actresses in the 1990s and early 2000s.

The brand started with the aim of creating the perfect t-shirt but has since grown to be a cult womenswear brand that is known for a clean, sleek aesthetic that is loved by modern women with busy lives.

Flagship stores opened in Los Angeles, in 2014, and New York, in 2016, and they also presented a collection at Paris Fashion Week in 2016. This Lucienne Ruched Maxi Dress is the perfect example of The Row’s minimalist, chic style.

5. Ralph Lauren
Navy, red, yellow and white Ralph Lauren Collection Renshaw Paint Splatter Midi Dress

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The Ralph Lauren brand was founded in 1967 by Ralph Lauren himself, first beginning with menswear before expanding into womenswear, children’s clothing, and homeware.

The Ralph Lauren brand has become so popular that there are now many diffusion lines to suit every type of customer, including Polo Ralph Lauren, Lauren Ralph Lauren, Ralph by Ralph Lauren, and Ralph Lauren Collection, which is where this beautiful dress is from.

6. Cult Gaia
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From effortlessly cool casualwear to footwear and accessories that look like art, Cult Gaia has it all. The brand gained initial international recognition a few years ago with the release of its Ark bag, and has gone from strength to strength ever since, showcasing some of the coolest, relatively affordable designs that we’ve laid eyes on.

The Los Angeles-based brand is all about adding touches of magic to your wardrobe, whether that’s in the form of small statement pieces like the beautiful Hera bag (featured above), or wearable everyday pieces with a bit of edge, like the Muna Dress.

There are so many gorgeous and unique pieces available from Cult Gaia, it’s really worth having a scroll through the incredible clothes and accessories they have on offer.

7. Marc Jacobs
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American fashion designer Marc Jacobs studied at Parson’s School of Design, before starting his own label in 1986 which quickly earned him the Council of Fashion Designers of America’s ‘New Fashion Talent’ award.

From 1997 to 2014, Marc Jacobs was the creative director of Louis Vuitton so this iconic designer knows how to make clothes and accessories that women want to wear.

The Marc Jacobs label has a wide range of minimalist designs in vibrant colors with sparkling hardware to suit any style. This Snapshot Crossbody Bag is a must-have piece as it is the perfect everyday handbag!

8. Vera Wang

World-renowned for her beautiful wedding dresses, Vera Wang is any bride’s dream brand – but be prepared to pay big bucks for the designs. Celebrities like Ariana Grande, Mariah Carey, and Alicia Keys have all worn Vera Wang to their weddings, with some dresses reportedly costing up to $150,000!

Vera Wang started her eponymous brand in 1990 after working as an editor at Vogue for 15 years and briefly as a design director at Ralph Lauren. She received wide acclaim for designing Nancy Kerigan’s 1994 Olympic figure skating costume, and the brand has been a commercial success ever since.

9. Coach 
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Coach is an American brand well known for its handbags and leather goods, and now with Stuart Vevers as the creative director, has become even more popular.

This brand offers a range of super trendy clothes and accessories as well as classic, timeless pieces so you are bound to find something to suit your style.

The Tabby bags are a cult classic piece with their plush look, vibrant colors, and versatile styling.

10. Alexander Wang
Black Alexander Wang Athena Crystal Tie Off the Shoulder Long Sleeve Cotton Shirtdress

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While Alexander Wang and Vera Wang have no relation to one another, both are successful American designers in their own right.

Known for its cool, grungy, model off-duty look, Alexander Wang is the perfect brand to head for if you’re looking for elevated basics with cool tailoring and added details, such as exaggerated sleeves. We’re particularly big fans of the brand’s shirt dresses, which all have a cool, street-style vibe to them with cinching just in the right places to retain a feminine feel.

11. Off-White 
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Off White is sometimes seen as an Italian fashion brand as it was founded in 2012 in Milan, but its founder, Virgil Abloh seen as one of the best American designers in the fashion world.

Abloh created bold and striking designs that took the world by storm and very quickly made Off-White a very famous brand. Off-White also took part in a range of collaborations, including Levi Strauss, Jimmy Choo, Ikea, and Moncler, each producing highly desirable pieces.

If you are looking to add a classic Off-White item to your wardrobe, then this effortlessly cool Bustier Dress is perfect for you, decorated with the Off-White brand name decorating the straps of this sleek dress.

12. Oscar De La Renta
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Although Oscar De La Renta was born in the Dominican Republic, he had an American citizenship and is often considered an American designer.

Famed for his beautiful couture dresses, Oscar De La Renta had quite the career, starting by interning with Christobal Balenciaga himself, and then moving on to become a couture assistant at Lanvin Paris. Later on in his career, he became known as one of the couturiers of Jackie Kennedy, which helped him start his successful label in the late 1960s.

Now, Oscar De La Renta is best known for beautiful evening wear, which often makes a debut at red carpet events. However, we urge you to take a look at the brand’s colorful daywear, as well as its jewelry, which is a lot less expensive (but equally beautiful) than any of the ready-to-wear pieces.

13. Michael Kors
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Everyone all over the world knows and loves Michael Kors. The brand was founded in 1981 and since has been creating totally irresistible handbags and showing collections at New York Fashion Week.

Michael Kors is known for neutral tones, clean lines, and sleek designs that fit seamlessly into any modern woman’s wardrobe and are loved by many famous faces, including Michelle Obama and Reese Witherspoon.

This East/West Saffiano Crossbody Bag displays the stylish nature of Michael Kors pieces, with the paired back aesthetic, slender chain strap, and organized interior.

14. Tommy Hilfiger
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Another iconic American brand, Tommy Hilfiger, has a wide range of stylish clothing for men, women, and children, as well as accessories, homeware, and fragrances.

Since it’s founded in 1985, Tommy Hilfiger has grown into a major fashion brand that is stocked in 2000 stores in 100 countries, as well as countless department stores.

Known for its casual, all-American designs, Tommy Hilfiger is a great place to head to if you’re looking for cute clothing for a relaxed while still fashionable look.

15. Thom Browne

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American designer Thom Browne is known for his striking men’s and womenswear collections and quirky range of accessories.

Thom Browne had previously worked at Ralph Lauren before he launched his own liable in the early 2000s. Browne has won the menswear designer of the year on several occasions, and in 2014 he added a womenswear collection to the brand.

The classic American style and top-quality tailoring make all Thom Browne pieces so stunning, plus the accessories are irresistible – just like this Hector Leather Baguette Shoulder Bag. This dog-shaped leather bag really is a statement piece!

16. Calvin Klein 
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All-American brand, Calvin Klein, is most famous for its branded underwear and iconic jeans – but all of their men’s, women’s, and children’s collections are gorgeous.

Calvin Klein’s sexy adverts starring many famous faces, including Mark Wahlberg, Kate Moss, and most recently, Shawn Mendes, have ensured that this American brand is ever popular. Calvin Klein the best brand if you are looking for a classic American aesthetic that will never go out of style.

The Oversized Cropped Denim Jacket is a great example, the stylish silhouette and versatile chalky blue shade denim jacket the perfect piece to perfectly finish any outfit.

17. Kate Spade 
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Kate Spade founded her namesake brand in 1993 alongside her husband; the pair first began by creating a range of luxurious handbags before expanding the collection.

Now, Kate Spade has stores all over the world and is stocked in countless department stores, offering Kate Spade’s wide range of leather goods, clothing, shoes, homeware, and jewelry.

The brand has a classic American style and offers pieces in timeless and practical silhouettes. This hudson pebble leather convertible shoulder bag is a must-have with its chic, minimalist look, versatile top handle and shoulder strap, and organized interior.

18. Telfar


With the popularity of its shopping tote, aka “the Bushwick Birkin”, Telfar has reached mainstream popularity seemingly out of nowhere. The shopping tote became extremely popular in Brooklyn, New York, and due to the brand’s sporadic releases of the design, it sells out in minutes.

The brand was founded in 2005 by Telfar Clemens, a Liberian-born American who had been designing genderless clothing before it became cool. In addition to the popular bag, you can find multiple casual, street-style-inspired pieces on their website.

All of the pieces sold on the website are relatively affordable, with the average item retailing for roughly $100-$200.

19. Proenza Schouler

Named after the two founders’, Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez, mother’s maiden names, Proenza Schouler creates clothing and accessories for the intelligent and modern urban woman, with downtown cool girls as their target audience.

On their website, you’ll find multiple wearable designs that still have a high-fashion element to them, that experiment with cuts, shapes, fabrics, and proportions.

We love the timeless, chic look of this Boucle Mini Stripe Knit Midi Dress, which perfectly exemplifies the aesthetic of the Proenza Schouler brand.

20. Peter Do 
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LVMH prize finalist Peter Do is an American designer you really need to know about. This Vietnamese-born designer founded his eponymous brand in New York City with the aim of creating an old-school New York atelier.

Do worked for Pheobe Philo at Celine for many years, so really knows how to create clothes for contemporary women and is an expert in exquisite tailoring – Zendaya has become a fan of this incredible new luxury brand.

The beautiful womenswear collections from Peter Do often include minimalist, neutral colours, luxe materials, and exaggerated silhouettes, just like the Wide-Leg Jeans you can see above.

21. Khaite
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Khaite is another relatively new brand you really need to know about. After releasing the first collection in 2016, Khaite has been the go-to brand for fashion enthusiasts looking for top-quality, timeless staple pieces that will outlast any trends.

Khaite is inspired by American sportswear and aims to create pieces that will really stand the test of time and are effortlessly versatile.

The Maddy knit sweateris the perfect addition to any winter wardrobe, and has been a best-seller for the brand for a long time.

22. Judith Leiber
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The Hungarian-American designer, Judith Leiber first established her luxury brand in 1963 and over the decades has become known for her incredible handbags.

Judith Leiber handbags are always totally unique in their silhouettes and decoration and are made with the highest quality craftsmanship to create bags that have become status symbols. If you are looking for an eye-catching handbag, Judith Leiber is the place to go.

The Fan Fluttering Crystal Clutch perfectly shows her unique and glamourous designs, encrusted with hundreds of crystals, creating the ideal eye-catching evening bag.

23. Staud
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LA-based brand, Staud, was founded by Sarah Staudinger and George Augusto, with the aim to create staple, luxury pieces that are also accessible.

Staudinger had previously worked at Reformation and so knows how to create gorgeous, classic womenswear pieces. The quirky silhouettes and versatile designs guarantee you will want to add loads of Staud pieces to your wardrobe!

The gorgeous silhouettes and wide range of bold colors, like you can see in this Crosshill Satin Mini Dress, ensure you will be wearing these Staud pieces for years to come.

24. Gabriela Hearst 
White Gabriela Hearst Zeleia Pointelle Pleated Knit Maxi Dress

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Uruguayan designer Gabriela Hearst founded her first brand, Candela in Brooklyn in 2004, before launching her eponymous brand in 2015.

The first bag that was created, called the Nina bag, was made in a limited edition of 20 and now has an extensive waiting list as it has become a cult classic. Gabriela Hearst has been seen as the American competitor to luxury French brand Hermes, because of the brand’s classic style and high-quality materials.

25. Altuzarra


Joseph Altuzarra founded his namesake brand in 2008 in New York and is perhaps best known for creating totally irresistible shoes, alongside a womenswear collection and beautiful handbags.

The Altuzarra brand is inspired by the founder’s multicultural heritage, bringing French, American, and Chinese elements to his designs.

We just love the Small Braided Leather Hobo Bag from Altuzarra, with the luxurious supple leather exterior and braided detailing, as well as a spacious interior – just perfect!

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