The Brand

Cynthia Rowley is a leading global lifestyle brand built on the philosophy that fashion should be an adventure. The brand’s signature pretty-meets-sporty assortment features ready-to-wear, surf and swim, snow, fitness, accessories, and home decor as well as exclusive collaborations with like-minded brands. Sustainability plays a large role in the brand's production process - limited quantities are produced in every piece to avoid excess inventory. Deemed the pioneer of “surf-leisure” by Vogue, the brand's signature wetsuits and neoprene swimwear are produced using recycled materials and green technology for a gentler and more sustainable environmental impact. Cynthia Rowley's mission is rooted in women's empowerment. The brand exudes a spontaneous spirit and actively redefines the boundaries of fashion, inspiring women everywhere to take risks and live life fearlessly. This message comes across through the brand's designs and expands into experiences such as annual CR Surf Camps. Storytelling remains integral to the brand through its collaborations, experiential events, and nationwide boutiques.

Based in New York City, but always reaching new places with its nomadic pop-up retail concept, the collection is sold in Cynthia Rowley boutiques nationwide and online at www.cynthiarowley.com, as well as select specialty retailers, affiliates, and global partners.

About The Designer

Cynthia Rowley began her career in fashion while studying at the Art Institute of Chicago, where she had every intention of becoming a painter until a chance encounter with a retail buyer on a train, who asked about the homemade jacket she was wearing.

Known for her bold, imaginative runway shows, Rowley recently celebrated her 101st runway during New York Fashion Week, set against a sunset backdrop with Lady Liberty and sailboats drifting behind the waterfront runway. From pillow fights and paper forests to mirrored beach runways, each show blends art, performance, and surprise.

Beyond art, travel and adventure play a key role in shaping the Cynthia Rowley brand. Whether she’s exploring on a far-flung getaway, surfing secret spots in exotic destinations, or scuba-diving in an arctic glacier, it’s safe to say the designer is known to take risks. Cynthia Rowley has won numerous accolades, including the CFDA Founder’s Award, CFDA Perry Ellis Award, a nomination for the CFDA Menswear Award, was named Designer of the Year by the American Image Awards, and many others. She's thrilled to share a West Village home with her two daughters, Kit and Gigi, affectionately known as their own little sorority house Alpha Alpha Alpha.

For public relations inquiries, please contact kfilicia@cynthiarowley.com