Area

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Glamorous
Modern
Timeless
Decadent
Futuristic

About the brand

AREA is a New York-based fashion label founded in 2014 by designers Beckett Fogg and Piotrek Panszczyk in downtown Manhattan. Named after the legendary 1980s Manhattan nightclub that transformed evenings into experiences, AREA has rapidly cultivated a cult following with its modern, timeless approach to beauty and glamour. The brand specializes in womenswear and accessories, renowned for its signature crystal embellishments, innovative textile development, and meticulous craftsmanship that balances precision European craft with the electricity of New York subculture. Since its inception, AREA has attracted high-profile clientele including Beyoncé, Lady Gaga, Michelle Obama, and Taylor Swift, establishing itself as a go-to for those seeking statement pieces. Under the current creative direction of Nicholas Aburn, who replaced co-founder Panszczyk in February 2025, the brand continues to inhabit the tension between intimacy and spectacle. While founded in New York, AREA now develops and produces its collections in its Milan atelier, combining Italian manufacturing expertise with its distinctive aesthetic vision.

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What people are saying

SMU Look

In a space between rebellion and conformity lives the design studio AREA. The woman-directed brand embraces a playful pop-culture forward design approach and has become increasingly popular for using innovative embellishments, textiles, and fashion jewelry.

Sep, 2024

SMU Look

This collection powerfully reaffirms the brand's mission to explore “perceptions of femininity and beauty,” solidifying the brand's place as an influential voice in fashion.

Sep, 2024

10 Magazine

At the heart of Area's signature vibe lies a fusion of intricate crystal embellishments, attention-grabbing fabrications that shimmer and the pinnacle of tailoring perfection.

Mar, 2024

The Impression

Area has quickly made a name for itself by always reminding us to expect the unexpected, fusing a sometimes couture-like level of craft imagination with a delightfully over-the-top spirit.

Feb, 2024

10 Magazine

In the early days, people were drawn to our clothes for special evening occasions, like clubbing, birthday celebrations or events. But now we're also exploring how they can make people feel amazing during the day.

Mar, 2024

The Impression

PROS. A ton of fun. Serious craft meets silly subject. CONS. Not much wearability or accessibility. A bit gimmicky.

Feb, 2024

Reddit

Area and David Koma. Love both brands, price kinda high but they have pretty good sales.

Jan, 2024

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