Emerging Brands

Building a brand from the ground up is an exciting step—but it’s also a serious undertaking. Our Emerging Designers program is designed to guide new brands through the realities of apparel development with clarity, structure, and support.

Many founders begin with a vision, but not always with a full understanding of the process required to design and manufacture new products in the U.S. From pattern development to sampling, fit refinement, and production, creating something original takes time, expertise, and investment.

That’s why we recommend most early-stage brands start with Private Label. It’s the fastest, most cost-effective way to bring high-quality product to market while you define your aesthetic, test demand, and build your audience. Private Label gives you ownership, speed, and confidence—without the complexity of traditional development.

When you’re ready to create something entirely your own, our Style Builder system is the path forward. Style Builder offers a structured, productized approach to custom development, built specifically for brands who are prepared to invest in original design. It’s thoughtful, deliberate, and rooted in the standards of U.S. manufacturing—not mass-production shortcuts.