Bode's Bold Move

Don’t front, the very first time you saw the fashion label Bode (BOH-dee), you mistakenly pronounced it: “Boa-uhd” or even “Ba-deeh” {why did I suddenly think of Amaarae’s viral TikTok song}. No? I guess it’s just me then.  In any case, the booming brand—known for its intricate garments inspired by vintage pieces and antiques—is finally delving into the womenswear matrix.

Founded in 2016 by world-renowned designer Emily Adams Bode Aujla, Bode will showcase its inaugural women’s collection at its Paris menswear show on January 21. The American luxury line’s striking men silhouettes are mostly made from domestic textiles crafted by women already, so the transition will be smoother than Tony Hawk’s first 900 landing on a vert ramp.  

The forthcoming collection, titled “The Crane Estate,” takes cues from Emily’s mother's hometown of Massachusetts (1970s Massachusetts, to be exact). It will feature skirts, dresses, lingerie and silk tops.