COLLEEN ALLEN for Women

Brooklyn-based designer Colleen Allen, a former alum of The Row and Raf Simons’s Calvin Klein, debuted at New York Fashion Week in 2024 and quickly became one of the city’s most compelling new voices. From her Dumbo studio, she creates locally made collections that merge utilitarian fabrics with romantic, Victorian-inspired silhouettes. Her work reflects a sharp, modern femininity, combining clarity of vision, thoughtful craftsmanship, and transformative design—making her a must-know name in contemporary fashion.