is so cool that we can make something that people actually want to buy.”
You Can Always Count on Vaquera to Kick Off Paris Fashion Week in Style
New York-based label Vaquera never fails to make a statement at Paris Fashion Week. This year, the brand celebrated its 10th anniversary with a stunning Spring/Summer 2025 collection, which the designers, Patric DiCaprio and Bryn Taubensee, proudly declared as their favorite yet.
The team’s sophistication and confidence were on full display as they expertly blended classic essentials with their signature exaggerated and voluminous silhouettes. For this collection, Vaquera drew inspiration from traditional luxury and American sportswear, incorporating elements like “Country Club” and gold chain graphics, western belt buckles, and faux fur scarves.
But the standout theme of the collection was cowgirls, with stirrup thigh highs, horse motifs on t-shirts and gowns, and even the brand’s name, which means “cowgirl” in Spanish. In a nod to their 10th anniversary, Vaquera also debuted their first footwear line, featuring two 100% leather styles: a knee-high boot and a pump with a small kitten heel.
In an exclusive interview, the creative directors opened up about their feelings after the show and their goals for this season. Despite the physical exhaustion from working non-stop for two months, they were thrilled with the outcome and proud of what they had accomplished. Their main goal was to streamline their vision and make it clear to their audience, without overcomplicating things.
As they reflected on their 10 years in the industry, the designers revealed that the most surprising thing they have learned about Vaquera is their excitement for creating commercial pieces. They have come to appreciate the simplicity and success that comes with streamlining their brand and making pieces that people actually want to buy.
