Eugenia Kim

 

Eugenia Kim is a Korean-American accessories designer who carries a fascinating backstory: she began her eponymous line after being scouted by New York boutique owners while wearing a feathered cloche she had created to conceal her recently shaved head, the serendipitous result of a bad haircut. Eminence soon followed, with her innovative designs drawing international acclaim and VIP devotees thanks to their contemporary femininity, use of natural materials and haute sensibility. Although based in Manhattan, Kim habitually looks West for inspiration, with sunshine, swaying palms and the Pacific Ocean steeping signature styles in a Cali-cool aesthetic that's destined for beach holidays. Millinery creations arrive in woven straw, sleek satin and leather, while architectural bags resemble upturned hats and quirky totes flaunt tongue-in-cheek slogans.