Spanish brands

Twenty (smaller) brands I like and follow

Hola buenas!!

Today’s letter is inspired by the fact that I am in Spain! I’m here walking around in the sun and wondering if I have any readers based in Madrid. I can think of at least three of you in here — maybe more? Let me know because I feel like we should all meet!

It’s sunny, warm and sunny and warm again. My body, my soul, my everything needed this. Some people feel good in cold climates; I am not one of those people. After years of gray skies and those painful winds, the Spanish sun feels like the best hug. I’ve been walking around grinning like a fool, wearing my heeled boots and hoping my feet don’t give up on me anytime soon.

One thing I keep noticing in Madrid: very stylish older women. Little fur coats, suede moccasins — probably all vintage Loewe, or at least that’s what I like to imagine. A masterclass in chic.

Meanwhile, I’m over here regretting my chaotic packing choices. Why didn’t I bring more black pants? Or a cardigan? Or normal-sized T-shirts? Why are all my T-shirts so big?? Every morning is a battle between “what did I pack?” and “why did I pack this?” Naturally, this has led to some “emergency” shopping (read: excuses to browse Vinted). Right now, I’m determined to find beautiful, high-quality pieces for ten euros. A noble mission, if you ask me.

Since I’m here, I’ve also been looking into Spanish brands — some I already love, others I’ve just discovered. I made a little list, look! And after you look, tell me what (smaller) Spanish brands you wear and love, please.

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Spanish brands I like / follow

1. Cordera (A lot to like and want, and this cozy option here)

2. Babaa (Classic, or this merino number)

3. Paloma Wool (Archive sale, hurry!!!!)

4. Gimaguas (Sometimes I think I only like it because it sounds similar to my last name)

5. La Veste (Well, we can at least afford some fun socks)

6. Maria de la Orden (Designed between Paris and Madrid, here is something yum!)

7. Sita Murt (I walked past the shop recently and quite liked it, look at this cute little cape)

8. Seseña (I learned about the capes from a lovely new person I met for coffee this week!! Wow at all the capes)

9. ANOEI (Seems very limited edition)

10. Susmies (Seems Ivy League??)

11. Rourie (Are you getting ready for summer?)

12. Can Pep Rey (Clothes and a magazine!! My paradise)

13. Kettel Atelier (Vintage-inspired; Barbie top, anyone??)

14. Hereu (For leather goods. Great shoe on resale, size 37)

15. L'Envers (For knitwear, how’s this?)

16. Angle (Clean nice basics from Barcelona, some things on sale)

17. Redondo (Like I could ever pull this off, lol)

18. Cayumas (I should dump my heels for these)

19. Renate Jacob (Designed by the wonderful Paulina who I also met last week IRL!!!)

20. DrBloom (Sweaters for vibrant and fun people!!!)

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That’s all I have for you today! What do you think?? What would you add to the list??

P.S. I am currently very much in love with Lemaire, a French brand you all know, and I have recently learned that most of their bags are made in the Cadiz region of Spain, in the little town called Ubrique. I liked learning that!

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The warmest regards ever,

Anni