Telfar Men

Telfar is a brand that is so much more than simply a small label launched on social media two years ago, gaining popularity thanks to a bag's popularity on Instagram in 2019. Hidden behind its Liberian first name is Telfar Clemens, a New Yorker born in Queens. After spending a few years in Liberia and then Maryland, he returned to New York to attend a business studies course at Pace University. With a passion for fashion and unable to find clothing that appealed to him, he quickly started to design everyday wear for himself. In 2005, he launched his self-titled label. "Not for you", was the slogan. "For everyone". A concept he has been demonstrating, (with great success) since its inception. His style? Genderless. His price range? Affordable. In 2013, Babak Radboy joined the adventure, an experienced Creative Director who worked in advertising and was co-founder of Shanzai Biennale. In 2017, he won the prestigious CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund. The key to success? Global exposure and $400,000 in funding, significantly helping him develop his business.