Gabriela HearstCarlota cape-effect pleated silk and wool-blend gown

Gabriela Hearst launched her eponymous luxury brand in Fall 2015, drawing inspiration from her upbringing on her family's 17,000-acre ranch in Uruguay and her decade of design experience in New York. Born in Uruguay and raised surrounded by horses, cattle, and sheep, Hearst developed an understanding of luxury as something beautifully crafted and made to last. After studying Communications at O.R.T. University of Uruguay and spending over ten years in design, she honored her heritage through her brand launch. The brand is built on principles of "honest luxury," emphasizing timelessness, uncompromising quality, and sustainability. Each garment combines impeccable construction with noble materials, featuring innovative elements like anti-radiation fabric linings and aloe-treated linen. Hearst's collections tell the story of two places that shaped her - Uruguay and New York - creating long-lasting pieces that serve as uniform and armor for the modern woman. The brand prioritizes environmental consciousness, using wool from Hearst's own sheep farm and pioneering compostable bio-plastic packaging.