Vaquera
Vaquera is a New York-based fashion collective known for its DIY aesthetic and subversion of American archetypes. The brand represents a neo-punk ethos, utilizing deconstruction and exaggerated silhouettes to critique consumerism. Its designs often draw from subcultural uniforms, blending high fashion with underground performance art.
Modehistoria
Founded in 2013 by Patric DiCaprio, and later joined by Claire Sully and Bryn Taubensee, Vaquera emerged from the New York underground scene. The brand gained recognition for its fan fiction approach to design, reinterpreting established cultural symbols. It played a significant role in the mid-2010s shift toward independent, community-driven labels in Manhattan. In 2020, the brand entered a partnership with Dover Street Market Paris, marking its transition from a grassroots collective to a global presence.
