Every International Fashion Line You Need to Follow on Instagram

We’ve been relying on the world’s fashion capitals — Paris, London, New York, and Milan — for far too long. During this past fashion month for Spring and Summer 2018, some of our favorite trendsetters proved that it’s time for traditional luxury brands to share the spotlight with up-and-comers from all over the world. Let’s just say that when celebs like Kim Kardashian West and Bella Hadid step out wearing lesser-known, international designers, we take note. Scroll down for all the fashion lines from around the world to follow on Instagram that are about to be the next big thing.

ARGENTINA

1. Laita BA-Paris: We can’t get enough of this environmentally responsible, boho-chic line of luxury handbags and leather goods. Each hand-crafted, Argentine masterpiece keeps the country’s traditions alive even though the brand is based in Paris.

2. Belén Amigo: Think: creative hemlines, unique silhouettes, and mixed-textile garments that work for almost every occasion.

DENMARK

3. Saks Potts: Here is your one-stop shop for vivid designs made for frigid temps. Vibrant shades, playful prints, and trendy color-blocked details make good on the season’s girly trend.

4. Stine Goya: This fashion-week-regular should def be on your radar by now. Stylish RTW items for ladies are their forté — and those rose-velvet ankle boots prove it.

EGYPT

5. Okhtein: FYI, Beyoncé is a fan of these crazy-cool handbags — so no explanation needed. Peep their Insta for avant-garde purses with edgy, modern vibes for days.

6. Kojak Studio: The gorgeous head to toe tone-on-tone ensemble is reason enough to fall in love. But the inventiveness of the line’s 22-year-old designer takes the prize.

FINLAND

7. Samuji – Finland: Helsinki-based, minimalist-approved RTW items with an emphasis on textures versus prints are what this fashion house does best. Imagine a futuristic take on Theory.

8. Sasu Kauppi: Designer Sasu Kauppi dreamed up on-trend streetwear — bombers, letterman jackets, and all — with subversive notes and jaw-dropping details. Case in point: The above photo is just of the jacket’s lining.

GEORGIA

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9. Bessarion: Goth-meets-grunge with just the right amount of polish in each look from this moody brand.

10. George Kubiria: You’ve probs noticed that itty-bitty, geometric shades are having a moment. That is thanks, in part, to this Georgian label.

GERMANY

11. Steinrohner: Revel in the Berlin-based collection’s dreamy floral co-ords, pearl embellished bombers, and artful takes on seasonal staples.

12. Lala Berlin: Designer Leyla Piedayesh debuted this totally wearable line — and we’re in love. Whether you’re going for a casual, eclectic, or sophisticated look, there’s a little something for everyone in her offering.

GREECE

13. Christina Economu: The Greek beauty behind it all has constant wanderlust on the brain. Her artistic vision includes whimsical colors and super-fun prints to appeal to the girliest shoppaholics.

14. Zeus + Dione: Metallic silver pleats paired with black statement-sleeves are two of many reasons why we’re dying to go on a Zeus + Dione shopping spree.

HUNGARY

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15. Nanuschka: The precision tailoring in the Hungarian clothing line’s garments just can’t be beat, especially when it comes to their fabulous outerwear. With surprising finds — like a leather button-down shirt — the collection clearly has a few surprises up its proverbial sleeve.

16. Whispering Wind: Hannah Cserkuthy brings you formal dresses with contemporary silos, subtle sophistication, and an effortless sensibility. We’re digging the industrial color palette in particular.

JAPAN

17. Hanae MoriManuscrit Tokyo: The legendary designer Hanae Mori collaborated with Yu Amatsu to create this contemporary treasure. Amatsu’s modern vision as lead designer makes the collection one of our favorites.

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18. Muller of Yoshio Kubo: Japan is famous for more than just supremely comfortable, lightweight denim. Gear up for paper-thin cashmere and rich textures.

KAZAKHSTAN

19. Assel: This Kazakh label is inspired by the region’s Central Asian art. The results range from elegantly oversized garb, to not-as-wearable padded jackets.

20. Aya Bapani: The designer incorporates traditional textiles into her looks, along with the spirit of the women of the Great Steppe region.

Poland

21. Magna Burtym: Fashion’s trendsetters have been spotted stateside in Magna Burtym’s fab attire, and now you can too. Shop her fashionable imports online at Net-a-Porter and FWRD.

22. MISBHV: These funky fashions blend a rebellious-spirit with urban-street-smarts. PS: Bella Hadid owns their monogrammed boots.

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23. Ancuta Sarca: The designer often dresses the singer FKA Twigs — which should give you a sense of just how out-there these artistic creations are. Even if you can’t throw it on for lunch, you can still appreciate a genius-at-work.

24. Maria Lucia Hohan: Here is another designer with a gift for elegant evening-wear. Oh, and celebs, including Maria Menounos and Jada Pinkett Smith, can’t get enough of her signature pleats, metallic prints, and balconette bodices.

RUSSIA

25. Alisa Kuzembaeva: Counting KKW as a fan, this Russian clothing line was made for open minds and bold personalities. Don’t miss fun finds like their oversized, faux-fur mittens. (We’re talking shoulder-grazing!)

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26. J. Kim: Unique proportions characterize J. Kim’s quasi-architectural clothing. Our favorite item has to be the designer’s clear, plastic, fish bag totes. Seriously, look ’em up!

UKRAINE

27. Masha Reva: Who needs dainty dangling earrings when you can sport Reva’s trademark abstract wire stunners. Having previously collaborated with Rachel Comey, the artist-turned-designer has a knack for combining her two life passions.

28. Not Just a Label: This whimsical collection is known for mixing traditional fabrics with hi-tech materials, letting you wear your funky personality on the outside. Anton Belinsky is the Ukrainian designer behind the magic.

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Blake Lively's known for many things — her illustrious career (come on, Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants), her hilarious husband, her gorgeous kids — but I love how much value she places on her female friendships. She's a well-known Taylor Swift bestie, but she's no clout chaser. Blake values — and seemingly adds value to — all her beautiful friendships with other women.

And while I could gush about that all day, she recently solidified this admirable character trait in an Instagram post. Keep reading to see what miss Serena van der Woodsen herself had to say!

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The iconic actress wrote that she recently got "maybe the best compliment" of her life. She explained that someone called her a "crown straightener," or "A woman going around straightening all the women’s crowns around her."

As a queen herself, it's clear this was incredibly impactful. Blake wrote, "It meant so much to me because it’s those invisible things people see that make us all feel best. I learned that we’re all sparkling leaders 👑, stronger together, from ALL the women in my life, blood and chosen. I am surrounded by crown straighteners. This weekend alone was packed with that empowering female energy. When I looked back at these pics, I saw it all in action. And it made me feel so lucky and loved."

She continued celebrating the women around her in the caption, shouting out It Ends With Usauthor Colleen Hoover, novelist Tarryn Fisher, her mother-in-law Tammy Stewart Reynolds, and more! She even managed to shoutout the men "who show up for us too." It's clear that Blake was feeling — and sharing — the love!

Friends and fans alike took notice of this moment, sharing love and comments galore. Fellow actress, Mary Steenburgen wrote, "People who know you know that your extraordinary exterior doesn't even compare to your kind, generous and hilarious soul." I may not actually know Blake, but that's all I really need to know to understand the kind of friend she really is!

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Last year, some of us celebrated the holidays apart from our families for the first time. COVID has brought with it many changes, some of them arguably positive (like increased flexibility to work from home), some difficult (such as the realization of vastly different political and social views between family and friends), and some horrible (obviously, the health implications of a global pandemic). However, for some of us, celebrating the holidays without family members isn't exclusively due to COVID. In addition to so many of us living in different areas than our families of origin, some of us simply don't have close bonds with the people we grew up around. Sometimes, this can cause loneliness.

If you're not close with your family members, the holidays can be a difficult time. This is doubly true if you don't have a close circle of friends to call upon. But make no mistake, if this sounds like your situation, you're not alone — there are thousands of other people going through the same struggles you are. We sat down with Irad Eichler, founder of Circles, a website that connects people who are sharing similar struggles, like heartbreak, grief, or loneliness. Here are some of Eichler's tips for coping — and even thriving! — during the holiday season when you're not planning on spending it with your family, for one reason or another.

Don't Fall For "Perfect Families" On Social Media

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The first VERY important step to having a joyous holiday season when you're going it alone is to stop believing the narrative that others' family situations are perfect, Eichler says.

"Remember people only post a moment in time, and only the moments when they look their happiest and best."

In addition to the fact that everything you see on social media is curated for the 'gram, it's also important to remember that by focusing on what others have and you lack, you risk failing to see the great things at play in your own life.

"These holiday periods can become a time of focusing on who and what we don't have, rather than who or what we do, and can cause a negative spiral into depressing and dreadful feelings of inadequacy," says Eichler.

Gratitude is the reason for the season, after all. So instead of only seeing the negative, try some gratitude journal prompts to help you focus on what's actually really wonderful about your life right now.

Make An Effort To Deepen New Connections

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While it may seem like everyone has friends and family to spend time with during the holiday season, that doesn't mean no one is available for deepening a blossoming relationship or new friendship.

"Make a list of people you can or would like to connect with, and try to reach out to at least one of them," advises Eichler.

Reaching out doesn't have to mean a big plan or an hour-long conversation. Even a quick text letting a friendly coworker know you're thinking about them can go a long way toward deepening the relationship and moving it in the direction of closer friendship.

Don't have an acquaintance in mind? Then it's time to make new acquaintances. What's more in line with the Christmas spirit than attending a Meetup or event full of people eager to make new friends?

"Join groups with similar interests to yours, such as hiking, baking, or games. Push your boundaries and be brave - you might find new people who have much in common with you."

Give Back

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The holiday season is a great time to focus on giving back to your community, and coincidentally, acts of generosity and kindness are known to reduce loneliness and help people feel happier. One study found that knowing a few of your neighbors and doing small acts of kindness for them — such as cheering them up, listening to them, mowing their lawn, providing advice about local business recommendations and job opportunities, and chatting over the fence — was statistically correlated with feeling less lonely and having a lower risk of depression.

Helping out elderly neighbors can be a particularly gratifying way to give back.

"Notice older lonely people in your neighborhood or community who might have no family at all, and offer to help them," says Eichler. "These can become mutually meaningful connections, and help you 'adopt' a grandparent."

Connect With Others Online

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Finally, use the Internet for its highest and best purpose: to connect people. Whether you're using Meetup to find in-person events, digital forums for having conversations about special interests, or programs like Circle for getting support from others in your situation, the opportunities to create new connections are practically endless.

"There are many interest groups that can be found digitally, where or any person can connect with others in the same life stage, going through the same challenges, or who would like to explore the same interests," Eichler states. "Meaningful connections can be formed easily in these circumstances. The Internet enables us to find and connect to people all over the world who fit this, and to whom we can become more easily attached, as we are able to find people with the exact interests that energize us."

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In a world full of eerily real-looking TikTok filters showing us what we could look like if only, authenticity shines like a beacon of hope. Millie Bobby Brown, the actress celebrated for her role in Stranger Things, recently lit up our Instagram feeds with a powerful message that resonated far beyond her 63.5 million followers. In a refreshing moment of transparency, Millie shared two photos that left us inspired and snapping our fingers in awe of her realness.

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The post, shared yesterday, began with a captivating image of Millie Bobby Brown, looking like the Hollywood superstar she is, donning natural glam makeup. Her flawless skin, sparkling eyes, and radiant smize were a sight to behold. But this was just the beginning of her message to the world.

Scrolling left, we were met with a bare-faced Millie, sporting a patch of blemishes. Gone were the filters, the photo editing, and the retouching. Here was the real Millie, looking ethereal– embracing her “imperfections” with grace and confidence. Standing before a global audience of millions and essentially saying, “Here I am,” is a brave feat, but her comments were flooded by celebrities and fans alike shilling out rounds of applause.

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Millie Bobby Brown’s post is a direct calling card to Gen-Z’s golden standard for authenticity–shining as an example of embracing one’s vulnerability and breaking the mold of society’s evolving yet stringent beauty standards. The young actress courageously stood before her global audience, showcasing that even celebrities have skin that isn’t always camera-ready.

By sharing her unfiltered self with the world, Millie invites us to embrace our own blemishes, be they physical or emotional, and to take pride in our individuality. In a world that often encourages conformity, her post is a valuable lesson in self-love.We are enough just as we are, blemishes and all. It's time we embrace our unfiltered, authentic selves with the same confidence and self-love that Millie has so beautifully exemplified.

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Zach Bryan and Brianna "Chickenfry" LaPaglia's explosive breakup is everywhere right now. From his seemingly one-sided social media posts to all the bombshell revelations she keeps dropping, it's clear this split is NOT amicable. Both parties are dropping tons of lore, info, and everything in between — including new music?! — right now, so it makes sense if you can't keep up. Luckily, I'm here to help break this breakup down for you! Here's everything you need to know about Zach Bryan and Brianna Chickenfry's relationship...or lack thereof.

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October 22, 2024 – Zach Bryan Announces His Breakup With Brianna Chickenfry

On October 22, 2024, after some recent speculation that Zach Bryan and Brianna Chickenfry split up, Zach took to his Instagram stories. The country star said, "Addressing something: Brianna and me have broken up with [each other] and I respect and love her with every ounce of my heart. She has loved me unconditionally for a very long time and for that I'll always thank her."

He continued, noting, "I have had an incredibly hard year personally and struggled through some pretty severe things. I thought it would be beneficial for both of us to go our different ways. I am not perfect and never will be. Please respect Brianna's privacy and space in this and if you have it in your heart, mine too."

To wrap it all up, he closed by apologizing to his fans. He said, "With everything I am and to anyone I let down, I am sorry. I try my best in everything. I failed people that love me and mostly myself."

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Brianna hopped on her own Instagram stories shortly there after. She posted, "Hey guys I'm feeling really blindsided right now. Gonna hop off social media for a while and attempt to heal privately, when I'm ready I'll be back and ready to talk. I love you guys so much thank you for all of your kind words. Remember you are so loved and everything's always gonna be okay 🫶"

The Brianna got on Youtube next, posting a raw, emotional video about the situation. Sitting on the floor of her bathroom, she opened up as much as she could in the moment about her breakup. She said, "I just woke up to Zach posting on his Instagram that we broke up and I had no idea that post was going up. He didn't text me, he didn't call me. I just woke up to a bunch of texts, like, 'Are you okay?'"

Brianna, with her teary eyes and red face, explained she's been crying for "five days straight." She said, "I'm at the point where it's like, how can you give someone everything and love them so unconditionally, like through stuff that you shouldn't because you just love them and you want them... like you see the good in them?"

The internet personality said that this is all "so embarrassing" and "really, really heartbreaking." She elaborated that the couple broke up on October 21, but wanted to process on her own and "didn't want it to be public."

Much like her Instagram story, she told her audience that she'll come back when she's ready.

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November 7, 2024 — Brianna Claims Zach's Emotionally Abusive, Wanted $12Mil NDA

Well, it appears this week, Brianna decided she's ready. On Barstool Sports' BFF's Pod November 7, 2024, Brianna gave an inside look at the breakup unlike any other. Not only did she claim Zach was abusive, but she also alleged that he offered her a $12 million NDA to "not talk about the relationship."

After saying it's been the hardest year of her life, she said. "I'm still scared right now because I'm scared of him. My brain's rewired and I'm scared to make him mad and last week, I didn't want to talk about it 'cause I was scared."

Brianna then described the alleged emotional abuse. She noted that everything was cyclical and that he would build her up only to break her back down again. "There was always another excuse as to why he was treating me so poorly and why I'm crying myself to sleep every night, why he's screaming at me," she said. "And then you wake up, it's the apology, it's the 'I'm going to be better like I need you in my life,' but if you've been through this — I don't expect people to understand emotional abuse if you haven't been through it. I hope you never have to go through it but if you've been there you know what I'm talking about."

Not only does Brianna allege she was offered an NDA, but she said that other women that came before her had to sign their own agreements. She declined the offer because she didn't want to "sign away [her] experiences and what [she] went through to protect someone that hurt [her]." She also wanted to share this experience for other women who've suffered something similar.

And when it comes to the logistics of losing out on the famous lifestyle and alleged $12 million? She said, "It was never about the money — I was with the dude because I loved the dude."

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November 8, 2024 — Zach Quit Touring Amid Abuse Allegations

On November 8, 2024, Zach posted on Instagram — where he clearly loves to share all his big news — that not only is his new single "High Road" out today, but that he's also ending his tour early. Read his full statement here:

After not being home for a year and a half I drove out to my mothers gravestone in the dead of night a few days back on familiar Oklahoma roads and I came to realize just like in the past, that she never would call me again

Told her I quit touring because I got accepted to get my masters in Paris next year, I told her I was back in Oklahoma, told her about all my best friends in New York and all the nights we howled with the moon, told her about the immeasurable laughter my band and me have shared these last five years, all the calluses on my finger tips, every tear shed, told her about making it on The Rolling Stone and most importantly told her about porch swinging with my beautiful sister.
I wrote the chorus for this song a month or two back and finished it when I realized I was blessed with all these things.

I figured it was about time I released it.

Thank you guys for listening to ‘This Worlds a Giant’ last night and thank you to all the people who love me; who have truly carried the weight with me.

Seems that all these Quiet Dreams have gotten much too heavy but I’m home now and I’ll hold you through the pain.

High Road is out today and I appreciate all of you"

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