Clio PeppiattEmbellished stretch-tulle midi dress

Clio Peppiatt is a London-based fashion designer who founded her eponymous label in 2015, becoming internationally recognized for reinventing traditional craftsmanship with contemporary, subversive femininity. Born in Paris and raised in a creative household, Peppiatt learned embroidery from her grandmother while her great-grandmother was a lace-maker specializing in women's gloves. Starting from her bedroom in Lewisham, the brand has grown into a cult favorite known for its hand-beaded, intricately embroidered eveningwear that celebrates playful, empowering femininity. Peppiatt's designs feature rich embellishments and eclectic motifs based on her own drawings, creating pieces she describes as 'an extension of ornate jewelry.' The brand has dressed celebrities including Taylor Swift, Lady Gaga, Kim Kardashian, and Blackpink members, and has successfully expanded into bridal wear. Her work focuses on preserving artisanal skills while partnering with talented embroidery communities to create celebratory, contemporary pieces for modern women.