I often reflect on the women who have shaped our aesthetic and our philosophy. One of those is Brigitte Bardot, who passed away at her home in Saint Tropez last Sunday, aged 91. Her femininity, confidence and unmistakable French spirit have long been an influence to us. From tousled hair and bare feet to ballet flats and Breton stripes, she shaped not just fashion, but freedom.
Brigitte Bardot reminded the world that personal style is not about affectation, but being unapologetically yourself. Perhaps her greatest legacy was outside of the spotlight, using her voice to protect animals. She made this her lifetime work. She had strong political views, too, which sometimes put her in conflict with the French law. She was a strong woman who was true to her beliefs.