Stella Forest

Stella Forest began in 1998 by founders Christel Boniface and Raymond Bitton. According to the official web site, The French based Stella Forest brand is "dedicated to urban, modern, romantic and bohemian women". Stella Forest is also intended to dress all types of women: classical, modern, ethnic or retro. In case you were wondering, Stella stands for a sparkling star and Forest for the tree that protects it.

Early on, Boniface and Bitton got their inspirations from peddling flea markets in Paris, New York, London and Tokyo. In the beginning their designs mainly included embroidered pullovers and silkscreen printed t-shirts. They also collected bundles of togs and army leftovers which they re-embroidered and dyed with crafts techniques. Today the brand is opening several new stores and offers many more types of clothing.