From its origins as a market stall in Rio de Janeiro, FARM Rio has expanded into a global fashion brand shipping its authentic, Brazilian-inspired products across the US and Europe.
If you love FARM Rio’s bold colors, tropical motifs, and playful patterns, here are 11 brands with similar flair and style.
Founded in the 1970s in Philadelphia, Free People started as a single store before evolving into a global brand under the URBN family.
Free People creates everything from flowing maxi dresses to detailed lace pieces, all featuring their signature bohemian aesthetic. Like FARM Rio, Free People embraces vibrant prints, colors, and intricate details. The brand also focuses on sustainability, using recycled textiles and responsible cotton sourcing.
Founded in 2015 by Wray Serna in New York City, Wray NYC began with a mission to make art-inspired fashion accessible to everyone. The brand launched with an inclusive sizing model, offering their full range from XS to 5X, while drawing creative inspiration from fine art for their distinctive prints and patterns.
Wray NYC’s collections blend artistic vision with ethical production. Like FARM Rio, they embrace bold colors and eye-catching prints, though Wray's designs draw from fine art rather than tropical nature.
Founded in 2002 by Stacey Bendet in New York, Alice + Olivia began with a mission to create the perfect pair of pants. The brand quickly expanded into a full fashion line known for mixing playful prints with sophisticated silhouettes, earning a devoted following among those who love to make a statement with their style.
Founded in 2000 in Denmark, GANNI brings playful energy to Scandinavian style through bold prints and colorful patterns. Under Creative Director Ditte Reffstrup GANNI has become a go-to brand for eco-conscious fashion.
The brand uses sustainable materials like organic cotton and recycled fabrics, and actively works to reduce its environmental footprint through efforts like its GAMEPLAN 2.0 strategy, which targets a 50% carbon emission reduction by 2027.
Founded by Lesleigh Jermanus in Australia, Alemais blends artisanal craftsmanship with bold, hand-sketched prints. The brand creates pieces using natural materials like hemp, ramie, and European linen, while emphasizing sustainable practices and support for artisan communities.
Alemais highlights how luxury fashion can prioritize both style and sustainability, planting a tree for every garment sold.
Columbian swim and ready-to-wear brand, Juan de Dios was founded by Maria Fernanda Valencia in 2017. The brand launched with innovative reversible bathing suits, making each piece doubly versatile while reducing the need for multiple garments.
Its pieces are designed to celebrate Colombian culture and landscapes and are crafted from certified materials like European Flax® and GOTS-certified fabrics, while production supports local women artisans.
Another Columbian brand, Agua Bendita was founded by Catalina Álvarez and Mariana Hinestroza to celebrate their country's artisanal heritage. The brand works closely with local female artisans, known as "AB Hearts," who bring intricate handcrafted details to each piece, turning Colombian craftsmanship into wearable art.
Its commitment to sustainability includes their Ciclos resale program and use of recycled materials, while their emphasis on reversible designs proves that sustainable swimwear can be both versatile and beautiful.
When Sarah Staudinger and George Augusto launched Staud in 2015, they didn’t just want to create another Los Angeles fashion brand. The duo took vintage-inspired silhouettes, mixed in a hefty dose of color psychology, and finished with the kind of personality-packed details that make getting dressed feel like playing dress-up (in the best way possible).
What began as founder Yael Aflalo’s passion project has evolved into the ultimate "cool girl" brand, known for turning eco-friendly materials into seriously covetable pieces that merge vintage silhouettes with modern appeal. Reformation designs and ships all of its products from its LA base. While some of its clothing is also produced in LA, the brand also works with sustainable partner factories around the world.
Founded in 2015 by J.J. Martin in Milan, La DoubleJ began as an online magazine before evolving into a maximalist fashion brand. La DoubleJ celebrates Italian craftsmanship through vibrant designs and local production. Its collections span clothing to homeware, all featuring its signature high-energy prints.
Founded in 2006 by Danish designer Stine Goya, the brand began as a colorful rebellion against Scandinavian minimalism. With a background in art and fashion, Goya launched her label to bring more joy and self-expression to Nordic style through bold prints and vivid colors.
Stine Goya’s in-house team creates bespoke, hand-drawn prints for each collection, while incorporating sustainable materials like organic cotton and renewable energy in their operations.
