Stella McCartney Collection

A longtime advocate of ethical principles, Stella McCartney launched her namesake line in 2001, offering a unique vision of responsible ready-to-wear designs and accessories. Stella McCartney has created a global brand based on her British perspective on modern femininity. The Stella McCartney brand is grounded in sustainability and innovation with a no-compromise approach to design and craftsmanship. At Bidsquare live auction , discover sustainability fashion with our Stellar edit, featuring hourglass suits, iconic bags, and chunky boots.

As a designer committed to operating ethically and responsibly, Stella McCartney avoids the use of leather and fur in all of her collections, emphasizes sustainable production, and demonstrates that vegan materials can be wildly fashionable. The company's core values, business model, and branding are all designed with sustainability in mind. Stella McCartney has earned an undeniable understanding of the craft through internships at Christian Lacroix and apprenticeships with Edward Sexton. 

She interned at British Vogue and worked for Christian Lacroix before attending Central Saint Martins College of Art and Design, London. Since her graduation collection presentation at Central Saint Martins in 1995 that featured a handful of her supermodel friends, including supermodel Naomi Campbell and Kate Moss, the brand has achieved critical acclaim and commercial success and subsequently gained rapid prominence in the international fashion industry. McCartney’s first major job was with the Vendôme Luxury Group, where she was hired in 1997 to revitalize its 45-year-old design label, Chloé. A partnership between McCartney and Kering led to the launch of McCartney's own brand in 2001. In subsequent years, the brand has grown to include perfume, children's clothing, lingerie, swimwear, and menswear. Adidas by Stella McCartney is a line of feminine athleticwear she designed with the sportswear company starting in 2004. The fashion collections of McCartney often feature collaborations with artists such as Ed Ruscha and Frank Stella.

With her pared-back design style, Stella McCartney has gained a cult following among women looking for stylish pieces they can wear from desk to dinner. Her attention to detail and a commitment to ethical fashion ensure a consistently fresh aesthetic. As a designer of ready-to-wear and accessories, Stella McCartney develops styles for women and men that combine contemporary tailoring, sports influences, and innate femininity. Her classic pieces, like the iconic Falabella bag, are among the most popular in the fashion world. Ever since she launched her first collection, Stella McCartney bags, clothing, and swimwear have consistently been in high demand due to their irresistible mix of menswear-inspired silhouettes and whimsical femininity, while consistently maintaining the label’s signature British tailoring. One of the most vocal advocates for environmental issues in the industry, McCartney represents the commercial potential of businesses that are ethically and sustainably minded.

Interesting Facts about Stella McCartney

• Madonna wore McCartney's wedding dress during her 2000 marriage to Guy Ritchie in Scotland. For Meghan Markle's private wedding reception in 2018, McCartney dressed the actress in a white halter gown. 

• A royal honor has been bestowed upon her for her career achievements. For excellence and service in the fashion industry, McCartney was awarded an OBE (Officer of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire) in 2013.