Emerging Independent
Lupe Gajardo
Lupe Gajardo launched her eponymous womenswear label in Santiago in 2009 and has been called 'Latin America's prodigy child' by the regional press. Over more than a decade she has staged nine national runway shows, exhibited in Berlin, London and New York, presented at London and New York Fashion Weeks, and been named a 'Brand to Follow' in WGSN's first Latin America report. Today Gajardo focuses on an Artisanal Luxury prêt-à-porter line built around eclectic silhouettes, handcrafted detail and a quiet political reading of contemporary Chile.
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Timeline4
2009—2022·13 yrs
- 2009
Lupe Gajardo Founded in Santiago
Chilean designer Lupe Gajardo launches her namesake brand, fusing avant-garde tailoring with sustainable practice.
- 2014
First Major Showcase
The brand presents standout collections in Santiago and gains attention across Latin American fashion press.
- 2018
International Recognition
Gajardo shows internationally and is profiled as a leading voice in contemporary Chilean fashion.
- 2022
Sustainable Process Deepens
The label commits more deeply to deadstock fabrics, zero-waste cutting and local Chilean production.
