Luxury has long been defined by legacy, scale, and recognition. But for those of us creating from a place of purpose, that version of luxury feels too narrow. Does it mean that a small independently-owned brand not backed by endless investors & legacy cannot be luxurious? Does this mean we shrink our existence to be palatable towards this rhetoric? And who defines all this anyway?
When I think about DLCT, I think about you—a woman who chooses with intention. The one who values autonomy, meaning, and a sense of connection in what she wears.
As an independent designer, I’ve come to understand that true luxury lives in freedom of choice—the freedom to select pieces that reflect your story, your rhythm, your evolution. It’s not particularly about belonging to a system of status, but about choosing alignment over approval. Of course, I love a nice, luxury branded piece as much as the next person but I try not to be carried away too much by this as I find it steers me towards losing my focus on the essence of what I do and most importantly, why I do it.
I tried to put my thoughts into a video (Totally out of my comfort zone. There's quite a but of rambling bit the message is in there)
Another concept I ponder on frequently, is the speed at which we're expected to release new pieces. At the core, each DLCT piece is designed to live with you—to move, feel, and transform with you. This is intentional fashion: garments as vessels, crafted with care and designed to hold meaning far beyond the moment. I'm still figuring out what this balance should look like.
To me, and perhaps to you too, luxury is an intentional way of being. It’s presence. It’s depth. It’s choosing to adorn yourself with pieces that speak to your becoming.
In this shared space, we’re redefining what meaningful luxury clothing can be. Less about the legacy you inherit, and more about the one you create.
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Kike.
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