Italian fashion capitals of the world. Nonetheless, there are numerous other cities which play an important role in Italian fashion. In 2014, Milan was regarded as the world fashion capital (based upon frequency of mention in global media outlets), even surpassing New York, Paris, Rome and London. In 2011, Milan was ranked #4, behind London, New York, and Paris. Many of the major Italian fashion brands, such as Valentino, Versace, Prada, Armani, Dolce & Gabbana, Marni, Iceberg, Missoni, Trussardi, Moschino, Dirk Bikkembergs, Etro, and Zegna are currently headquartered in the city. International fashion labels also operate shops in Milan, including an Abercrombie
Ariella Fashion House Ariella Fashion House Ariella is a British fashion brand of cocktail, evening and special occasion wear founded in 1966. Ariella designs, manufactures, wholesales and retails women’s fashion. Ariella sells under their own labels - retail label Ariella London and designer label Ariella Couture, as well as under clients’ labels. In April 2015 Ariella opened its flagship store in Brent Cross Shopping Centre. Ariella started trading in Carnaby Street, founded by two brothers, Aristos and Achilleas Constantinou. It designed, manufactured and retailed its own designs, expanding to 11 retail outlets in London, as well as franchise stores in Switzerland and USA.