OTTE | New Designers

Hugely inspired by the dual creative influences of music and fashion Jas Sehmbi established his accessories line then called IBW and made his first DJ Bag in 1994. Since 2000, he has moved from canvas and nylon to fine Italian leather with the emergence of Jas MB, a stunning collection of functional-chic bags. Jas M.B. arm candy is creating a buzz as a fashion must have!

Designer Dana Lorez launched Fenton in 2006. Her aesthetic ispires fantasty, using an elaborate mix of unexpected elements. The pieces are strong statements and each are little worlds all their own. Rope, crystals, chains and pearls find themselves wrapped, twisted and bound together in a unique assemblage signature to the brand.

Fenton is only available out our Madison Avenue store. Please call for details. (212) 289-2644

Originally from Milan, Charles always thought the world would be a better place if there were more stripes in it. Inspired by a blue and white striped shirt and a shoe made by a Chinese cobbler, the Charles Philip slipper was born. Working with his design partner Sheila Pitigala, the collections touch upon their favorite elements: the ease of Moroccan babush, the elegance of the English gentry slipper and the freshness of striped cottons and soft colorful linens. Their modern, cool take on the classic slipper is the perfect approach to effortless cool.

London-based cousins Anna Singh and Rachael Wood launched Chinti and Parker in Fall 2009. They are committed to producing clothing that upholds environmentally conscious values without compromising style; however, it‚Äôs the hidden details like signature bright-orange stitching or tiny monograms inside pockets and seams that make their pieces extra special.

Spring marks Wearstler's second season for her clothing label. After transitioning to the fashion world from interior design, she debuted her collection of ready-to-wear and accessories last Fall. Her Spring ready-to-wear is a mix-and-match collection of minis, bold prints, and geometric details. The raked sand detailing and the faded denim blue have us dreaming of sun and sand.

British design duo Justin Thornton and Thea Bregazzi, who already experienced success with Preen collection, launched their diffusion line in 2008. ‘Preen Line’ allows the twosome the opportunity to extend their rock and roll aesthetic that their clientele loves at a more affordable price point. Fans of the main line can look forward to plenty of feminine shapes in bold animal prints, with a strong and individual look of effortless, everyday cool.

Launching in 2005, Jane Carr is a British luxury accessories label specialising in printed, soft accessories. The scarves are made from natural fabrics using the highest quality silks, modals, linens, and cashmere. Jane Carr devotees include Katie Holmes, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Diane Kruger. The Spring collection takes inspiration from the royal palace of Versailles during the Great ‘Sun King’ Louis XIV’s reign, yielding beautiful scares in vibrant colors and bold prints.

When Derek Lam announced his diffusion line 10 Crosby, named after the address of the brand’s Manhattan headquarters, it was like the world instantly became a better place. Get ready for the same effect with his Spring collection. “Spring is such a short season and so predicated on the weather, I really wanted to identify what the key pieces a woman would love in her wardrobe,” said Lam. Practical pieces in bold colors and prints. Don’t mind if we do, Derek.

Sharing a passion for prints, designers Sarah Swash and Toshio Yamanaka launched Swash in 2001. The result is a line of luxurious, bold printed scarves. The prints are a contrast between fantasy and reality, with the designers citing nature as their main inspiration. Spring presents the best of both with whimsical pastel prints and bold references to the Hawaiian islands. If you’re an eye-spy pro, try to find the designers’ beloved whippet, Candy who manages to make her way on to every design.

Made in Italy, Attic and Barn has gained recognition for its chic, vintage inspired dresses. Finding inspiration in the fabrics and silhouettes from the 30’s to the 70’s, the collection proves just the right amount of feminine. Printed dresses and light-weight cardigans have an air of nostalgia but the modern shapes reflect the present. The clothes are easy to mix and match and perfect to wear from day to night.

The House of Balmain has come a long way since it's 1945 beginning, including the recent introduction of a diffusion line named after the house's founder, Pierre Balmain. The line targets a younger demographic and successfully manages to maintain the quintessential elements of the main collection at accessible price points. Abbey Lee Kershaw shows off the collection in a series of videos with her boyfriend Matthew Hutchinson and their band, Our Mountain. The collection proves rock n' roll is here to stay‚Äîget ready for lots of mini skirts, printed blouses, and leather.

Pierre Balmain is only available out our West Village store. Please call for details. (212)229-9424

Korean designer, Sang A Im-Propp launched her collection of luxury accessories in Spring 2006. Inspired by European artisans, Sang A employs expert craftsmanship and design in her own pieces. Her intricate use of skins, often alligator, eel, python, and ostrich combined with her effortlessly chic designs, produce a perfect balance of function and luxury.

Introduced in 2006, McQ Alexander McQueen is an extension of the label's main line. The contemporary line offers clothing, accessories and shoes and will show for the first time at London Fashion Week this February. Referencing the spirit and essence of youth, spikes, neon, and studs are the heart of the Pre-Spring collection.

Opening Ceremony's first Resort collection is a trip around the world's music festivals. Finding inspiration from Coachella to Woodstock, this collection proves to be the ultimate lovechild. Holding true to their youthful, fun design aesthetic, designers Humberto Leon and Carol Lim produced a collection of blouses, shorts, knits, and mini dresses with a bold playfulness appropriate for either coast.

Opening Ceremony clothing is only available out our West Village store. Please call for details. (212)229-9424