Anna Kosturova founded her eponymous fashion brand in 2002, transforming from a mechanical engineer with textile technology expertise into a celebrated resort wear designer. Born in Czechoslovakia and later settling in Vancouver, Canada, Kosturova built her brand from her Gastown studio, creating handmade crochet swimwear that quickly gained international recognition. Her designs have been featured in Sports Illustrated since 2006 and worn by celebrities including Jennifer Aniston, Mariah Carey, and Miranda Kerr. The brand embodies a bohemian, vintage-inspired aesthetic celebrating the free-spirited lifestyle. Each piece is meticulously handcrafted by skilled artisans using traditional crochet techniques and high-quality natural materials like cotton, linen, and silk. Anna Kosturova's commitment to sustainability means new stitching techniques can take 2-3 years to perfect, with collections introduced annually. The brand philosophy centers on creating heirloom-quality pieces rather than disposable fast fashion, offering versatile designs perfect for beachside relaxation or destination weddings.