International Women’s Day: 15 Female-founded brands to love including Mejuri, Ciate, Never Fully Dressed, and more
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THIS International Women's Day if you're looking to support your fellow ladies, why not support a female-run business?
International Women's Day falls on 8 March 2024, and for those looking to show their support for female-founded brands on IWD - and beyond, make sure you bookmark these brands.
From beauty brands, jewellery moguls, independent handbag makers, and gorgeous female fashionistas; there are plenty of women who support, make and run businesses to shop online and in-store.
We have curated some female-led labels across the fashion and beauty industry so we can all support our sisters.
From Ciate to Glossier, Mejuri to Estella Bartlett, Never Fully Dressed to Rixo, there is something to suit everyone's styles and budgets.
1. Ciate
Ciate is a popular female-founded beauty brand set up by Charlotte Knight.
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Though the brand is famed for its long-lasting nail polish selection, it also stocks a wide range of other beauty buys.
We're huge fans of their , with 25 shades inspired by forward-thinking, powerful women across history.
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2. Mejuri
Mejuri is a popular jewellery brand amongst influencers and regularly makes an appearance as we are scrolling through our Instagram feed.
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Mejuri (co-founded by CEO Noura Sakkijha) previously marked International Women's Day by collaborating with Jenna Lyons in a campaign with international change makers, which centres around the signet pinky ring, a jewellery item most synonymous with males and autonomy.
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3. Estella Bartlett
Estella Bartlett's designs have a soft spot in our hearts, because select jewellery items, from bracelets to necklaces, come with a message, and are an ideal gift to empower, support and show your appreciation to a friend, relative or lover.
Not only do Estella Bartlett's designs cover jewellery, but also span across trinkets and other keepsakes, and accessories.
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4. Missoma
Set up by Maris Hordern, her mother Michele and sister Sophie, Missoma is one of our favourite jewellery brands.
With ready-to-wear, gorgeous, affordable pieces, they have even created unique pieces to raise funds on International Women's Day including this Shine On necklace.
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5. Sezane
Sezane was founded by female founder, Morgane Sézalory, who left school as a teenager and pursued a career in the fashion business, moving from Kinshasa to Paris in the 90s.
Sezane caters for every shopper's needs, from iconic knitwear to stunning dresses and figure-hugging jeans.
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6. Roxanne First
Roxanne First is an eponymous London-based demi-fine jewellery brand, which has proved to be a huge hit with celebrity clientele, including Laura Whitmore Perrie Edwards and Jade Thirlwall.
From initial necklaces to smiley face signet rings, this brand is quirky and channels female empowerment, and we are obsessed with everything about the label.
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7. Glossier
Glossier, the much-loved beauty brand is the brainchild of Emily Weiss, having evolved from her blog 'Into the Gloss'.
Celebrated for its effortless vibe, affordable price points and products loved by celebs and women on the street, it's a must-have for any beauty fan.
We are huge fans of their cult items including Boy Brow, Cloud Paint and Futuredew; and we implore you to get shopping - you won't regret it.
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8. Never Fully Dressed
From a small shop in Essex to pop-ups across the world including Dublin, LA, Barcelona, New York and Sydney, and now stocked in and , Never Fully Dressed is one to watch.
Set up by found Lucy Aylen, and her female-led team, Never Fully Dressed is the place to go for iconic knits, must-have dresses and iconic wrap skirts.
We're in love with their patterns, gorgeous fits, and uber-flattering styles; all whilst always championing women.
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10. TALA
TALA is the brainchild of fitness entrepreneur, Grace Beverley.
Grace Beverley is the founder and CEO of Shreddy, a hugely popular fitness app and equipment business; and sustainable style brand, TALA.
We're huge fans of the bright-coloured, no-frill designs in comfortable fits that ensure you're performing your best.
Meanwhile, those looking for exercise to do in their new gear should check out , Beverley's incredibly popular fitness app.
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11. Rixo
We love Rixo, with their gorgeous patterns and super cool dresses.
Created in "205 in the London living room of best friends, then students Henrietta Rix and Orlagh McCloskey", their dresses are easy to wear, feminine shapes, with high-quality materials.
With an inclusive and empowering ethos, their hand-printed prints, and timeless silhouettes are designed to flatter every woman.
They are available to shop onand .
Excuse us, we're just getting our purse.
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12. Refy
Refy is here to help you bring your brow game.
Founded by influencer Jess Hunt, the beauty brand is aiming to 'redefine beauty', with their vegan and cruelty-free beauty kits.
The popular three-step Brow Kit, £40, is and comes in light, medium and dark.
It consists of a sculpt, pomade, and pencil; and is designed to make bad brow days a thing of the past.
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13. Edge of Ember
Edge of Ember is one of our favourite sustainable jewellers, started by founder Lynette Ong which has grown into an all-female operation in Central London.
They love to help customers make empowered choices about fashion, and nothing could be truer than their latest Liberty Collection.
Like the rest of their collection, it uses sustainable jewels, and has been "inspired by the spirit of female empowerment" and features "goddess and water symbols accents, evoking a sense of self-love and freedom".
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14. Molby The Label
Molby the Label is a handmade-to-order, slow fashion brand from Karina Molby; and we can't wait to get our hands on her dresses.
With gorgeous gingham patterns, super cute necklines and uber-flattering fits; it's the place to go for summer dresses everyone will be wanting.
New styles drop each weekend but, each piece can take up to five hours to make, so make sure to allow up to 21 days for the making and sending of your items.
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15. Laura Gravestock
Laura Gravestock started her self-named jewellery brand in 2009, inspired by her childhood in the Middle East, Spain and her home in East London.
Loved by celebs including Taylor Swift, and Gwyneth Paltrow, her affordable, super cool pieces are a must-have.
Her classic personalised pieces have long been a hit with shoppers, and her new Femme collection "celebrates the essence of modern-day woman, and everything we do".
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