Buying Guide

Brands Like Scanlan Theodore: Five Labels for the Same Wardrobe

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Gemma Deeks

September 10, 2026

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The five labels Luxury Handbags customers cross-shop with Scanlan Theodore, and what each one does differently: Christopher Esber, Carla Zampatti, Toteme, Bassike and Camilla and Marc.

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Aje Sizing Guide: Does Aje Run True to Size?

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Gemma Deeks

September 8, 2026

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Aje runs true to size in most styles. Here is the AU, UK, US and EU conversion, plus how the corsetry, knits and denim actually fit.

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Brands Like Leo Lin: Six Australian Labels Compared

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Gemma Deeks

September 8, 2026

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Leo Lin has a very specific appeal: exclusive botanical prints, structured occasion shapes and hand-applied embellishment, at a ...

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The Best Alémais Dresses to Buy Now: 12 Editor’s Picks by Occasion

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Gemma Deeks

September 7, 2026

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Twelve Alémais dresses worth buying now, chosen by occasion from the pieces actually in stock, plus the closest live match for the sold-out Charlotte Gown, Samira Gown and Nadia Sundress.

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Is Alémais a Luxury Brand? Prices, Craft and Why It Costs What It Does

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Gemma Deeks

September 7, 2026

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Alémais sits just below luxury on price and above it on craft. Here is what it costs, who is behind it, and why the prints and handwork add up to the number on the tag.

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Where to Buy Alémais: UK, US, New Zealand, Dubai and Worldwide Stockists

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Gemma Deeks

September 7, 2026

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Alémais is sold at Liberty, Selfridges, Harvey Nichols, Bloomingdale's UAE, on alemais.com and at Luxury Shoes . Here is where to buy it in the UK, US, New Zealand and the Middle East, with duties explained.

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Alémais Size Guide: Does Alémais Run Small? AU, UK and US Sizes Explained

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Gemma Deeks

September 7, 2026

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Alémais runs true to its size chart, with most styles cut oversized and relaxed. Here is the AU, UK and US conversion, real garment measurements and when to size down.

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Brands Like Mary Katrantzou: 5 Print Houses Worth Knowing

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Gemma Deeks

September 5, 2026

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Erdem, Richard Quinn, La DoubleJ, Zimmermann and Alemais all do print, and each gives you something different. A buyer guide to choosing between them.

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KIVARI size guide: does KIVARI run true to size?

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Gemma Deeks

September 5, 2026

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AU to UK, US and EU conversion, the brand body chart, and the styles KIVARI itself says to size up and down.

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Brands like KIVARI: eight Australian labels to shop at Luxury Shoes

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Gemma Deeks

September 5, 2026

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Zimmermann, Aje, Sir the Label and five more Australian labels compared with KIVARI on price and mood.

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Mary Katrantzou Size Guide: Does It Run True To Size?

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Gemma Deeks

September 5, 2026

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Mary Katrantzou sizes in UK and states no sizing correction, so order your usual size. The full conversion chart, the letter-size run, and the two fabrics that change the fit.

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Bronx and Banco vs Rachel Gilbert: Which Australian Eveningwear Label to Buy

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Gemma Deeks

September 5, 2026

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Two Sydney eveningwear houses, both embellished, both close to the body. Here is how Bronx and Banco and Rachel Gilbert differ on cut, surface, price and occasion, and which to choose.

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Bronx and Banco Size Guide: How the Letter Sizing Runs

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Gemma Deeks

September 5, 2026

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Bronx and Banco sizes on letters, XS to XL, and cuts close through the bodice. Here is how the ladder maps to UK, Australian and US sizes, and when to take the larger letter.

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Is Bronx and Banco Vegan? What the Croc, Suede and Feather Pieces Are Made Of

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Gemma Deeks

September 5, 2026

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A materials guide to Bronx and Banco: the vegan croc and suede are polyurethane, the faux fur is polyester, and the feather is real ostrich. Here is what that means for a vegan wardrobe.

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