suzanne rae
A New York-based footwear and apparel brand known for its feminist principles and minimalist, art-inspired designs.
ORIGIN
USA
PRICE TIER
premium
SPECIALIZATION
WOMEN
Suzanne Rae is a Brooklyn-based ready-to-wear and footwear line founded in 2010 by Suzanne Rae Pelaez. Designing for the progressive, modern woman, the brand embeds feminist philosophy into its core. The collections are characterized by a minimalist aesthetic that is both sophisticated and playful, balancing delicate and strong elements. Social and environmental responsibility are foundational to the brand, which emphasizes a “careful consciousness” in its operations, from sourcing quality fabrics and leathers to working with family-owned factories.
Featured Items
Faux Fur Coat
$450.00
Taffeta Cropped Button Up
$207.00
Faux Fur Coat
$450.00
Taffeta Cropped Button Up
$207.00
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In Fashion
This profile on founder Suzanne Rae Pelaez covers her journey from an economics major at Bryn Mawr to launching her own ready-to-wear and footwear line. It details the brand's feminist principles, its launch story, and its commitment to social and environmental responsibility.
15 Shoe Brands Not Enough People Are Talking About
This article features Suzanne Rae's footwear collection, highlighting the brand as a noteworthy, under-the-radar label. It praises the unique and artful design of her shoes, positioning the brand as a cool, Brooklyn-based designer to know.
Susanne Botschen, Chloe Gosselin & Suzanne Rae Pelaez Talk Fashion and Feminism
In a panel discussion, founder Suzanne Rae Pelaez discusses the challenges of launching a fashion business and how her brand's design ethos is rooted in feminism and art. The article provides insight into her leadership vision and perspective on creating practical yet feminine footwear.
One on One with Suzanne Rae
This Q&A with founder Suzanne Rae Pelaez, though referencing an earlier collection, provides direct insight into her design aesthetic, inspirations, and vision for her clientele. She describes her style as 'Minimalist, sophisticated, progressive' and discusses designing for the modern, empowered woman.