Format Magazine #12: Women’s history month special

In celebration of women's history month, Format Magazine #12 highlights some of the rising female stars out there making moves in urban culture, a traditionally male-dominated market. Within the streetwear scene, it's rare to see a women's line that's not an extension of a pre-existing brand, but Gabriella Davi-Khorasanee of Mama (above right) founded one of the premier and only independent female street-wear brands. In …

Falls Knitwear

Injecting a healthy dose of sexy into the normally staid sweater category, designers Leong Ong and Phillip Leeming's line of oversized cardis, skinny camis, and mini-dresses called Falls gives a fresh and daring look to every girl's wardrobe staples. The Falls debut spring collection of '20s boudoir-inspired pieces—all made of superfine cashmeres and cottons—tests the limits of the sweater and experiments with volume, shapes, and …

Head Porter Plus: The Newest Basic Style

"The newest basic style"—the latest from Tokyo-based designers Head Porter Plus—is the name they've given their recently-released spring clothing line. Originally known for their bags, Head Porter added the "plus" and have been designing clothes for some time now. They offer clean and sharp design, accenting outstanding quality with originality that takes urban apparel to a more sophisticated level. Branching out from their usual set …