When I first discovered Tressé in Paris, I was making my bi-annual pilgrimage to The Frankie Shop in the Marais and stumbled upon a chic boutique façade near Saint Paul station. What caught my eye was a caramel and lime matching set in checkerboard print and some whimsical ceramic dishes displayed side-by-side. Intrigued, I stepped inside, and immediately fell in love with the sun-drenched hues and easy crochet dresses.
It was as if someone had reached into my brain and designed my dream vacation . After trying on exactly half the store, the manager explained that the brand, freshly launched just weeks before, was the brainchild of Ketzia and Sivan Chétrite, the children of Sandro founder Evelyne Chétrite. I left with what became my new favourite resort wear pieces and a fun story to tell everyone who asked me where I got my perfect summer ensemble.
Whilst I love a hot bag brand (hello, Alaia ) or a London label gone viral for its (thank you, Aligne), there’s a certain thrill reserved for discovering a gem before anyone else. Like that indie film you watched that goes on to win the Oscar, or a tiny neighbourhood bistro that is suddenly overwhelmed with queues, here are some under-the-radar resort wear labels I’ve come across - sure to be on everyone’s lips come summer - because they’re just too good not to share. It’ll be our little secret.
..for now.
Style runs through the blood of Tressé’s owners Ketzia and Sivan Chétrite, whose mother is none other t.
