Whether you’re growing tired of quiet luxury or crave a little more pizazz in your wardrobe, I find that shopping from brands outside of Cos, The Row, or Khaite can win you some originality points. Listen, I love all the wardrobe basics—I didn’t start a wardrobe essentials series for nothing. I’m all about investing in high-quality, versatile pieces that can be styled in a plethora or ways for decades to come. But lately I’m growing bored of the same old gray sweater, loafer, and black coat. Everybody is beginning to look the same—good! But the same nonetheless.

Quiet luxury gets as much criticism as it gets praise. And while I honestly lean into the minimalist style, it does feel rather restrictive where self-expression is concerned. And isn’t that what fashion is all about? A tool to convey some integral part of you without the need for words? For everyone who wants quiet luxury, but with a little more personality, this curation of high-quality brands could be of use.

This is not a list of brands with prints and patterns, bright colors or bold statements. It’s a list of the best quiet luxury brands with a touch of uniqueness. You’ll find more or less the same color palette as at The Row, but on pieces that are more than just a good white T or sleek trousers. These brands hit that sweet spot between simple and striking. They add that missing factor, that conversation starter, the it-factor that makes someone go “where did you get that?” When you’re ready to infuse a little more personality in your wardrobe, add the below designers into your rotation.