Anna Sui
Established · $400–$700 · New York, United States
New York fashion icon known for eclectic vintage-inspired collections that blend rock-and-roll, grunge, and bohemian references with theatrical runway shows.
Think: vintage maximalism meets downtown cool
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Why Anna Sui is worth it
Anna Sui turns deep vintage research into clothes with a rock-and-roll streak, lace and florals included, all designed and made in New York.
Each collection starts from a dig through vintage styles and pop culture, then mixes the finds: a babydoll dress with a Peter Pan collar and lace trim, dimensional floral appliqué, butterflies, velvet. The clothes are designed and made in New York's Garment Center, mostly in cotton, silk and lace, and they lean whimsical without ever losing their edge.
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About Anna Sui
Anna Sui grew up outside Detroit, studied at Parsons in New York, then styled shoots and designed for sportswear companies before launching her own collection in 1981. She has said she wanted to dress rock stars and the people at their concerts.
Her first runway show in 1991, walked by supermodel friends, made her name. The label became known for vintage-inspired romance with a downtown edge, from babydoll dresses to lace and grunge-era layering.
- Founded
- 1981
- Founded by
- Anna Sui
- Based in
- New York, United States
- Made in
- Clothing made in New York City, some accessories in China
- Made of
- Mostly cotton, silk, viscose and polyester, plus lace
- Shipping
- Ships across the US for $13.95 under $200 and free over $200, in about 3 to 7 business days; ships to most countries by DHL (not Japan, which has its own Anna Sui site), and fragrance ships only within the US.
- Where to buy
- Anna Sui's own site · Our Anna Sui picks
What shoppers say
From reviews and try-on videos, in our words.
- Fit
Sizes run US 0 to 12, XS to L. The brand says fit varies with fabric and silhouette; babydoll dresses are cut airy and easy, and the team will advise on a style's measurements by email.
- Care
Collection pieces are best hydrocarbon dry cleaned, which is gentler on fine fabrics. Small slubs and soft shading in the fibres are normal, not flaws.
- Shipping
US shipping is $13.95 under $200 and free over $200, arriving in about 3 to 7 business days. It ships to most countries by DHL, though not to Japan, and fragrance ships only within the US.
- Returns
Full-price ready-to-wear and shoes can be returned for a refund or exchange within 14 days, purple tag attached. Sale pieces, T-shirts, sweatshirts, accessories, swimwear and beauty are final sale.
What Anna Sui is made of
Polyester · Cotton · Viscose
- Natural
- 37%
- Plant-based
- 14%
- Synthetic
- 49%
Works most in: polyester, cotton and viscose
From the fabric listed on 348 pieces · 70% of the range lists it · Checked October 2026
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Anna Sui, answered
- What is Anna Sui?
- Anna Sui is a New York fashion label known for vintage-inspired, rock-and-roll womenswear: babydoll and lace dresses, florals and prints, plus accessories, beauty and fragrance.
- Is Anna Sui a good brand?
- Yes. We like it for clothes with a real point of view and provenance: decades of vintage-inspired design, collections made in New York's Garment Center, and CFDA honors that include a lifetime achievement award.
- Who founded Anna Sui?
- The designer Anna Sui, who launched her first collection in 1981.
- Where is Anna Sui from?
- New York City. The designer was born near Detroit and built her label in New York.
- Where is Anna Sui made?
- Its clothing is designed and made in New York City; some accessories are made in China.
- Does Anna Sui run true to size?
- Sizes run US 0 to 12, and fit varies with fabric and silhouette. Babydoll dresses are cut loose and easy.
- Does Anna Sui ship internationally?
- Yes, to most countries by DHL, except Japan, which has its own Anna Sui site. Fragrance ships only within the US. Within the US, shipping is free over $200.
- Where can I buy Anna Sui?
- On the brand's own site, or through our Anna Sui picks.
- What is Anna Sui made of?
- Across the 348 Anna Sui pieces we could read in October 2026, about 37% of the fabric is natural fibers, 14% plant-based fibers like viscose and 49% synthetic. The most common fabrics are polyester, cotton and viscose.
- Which brands are like Anna Sui?
- If you like Anna Sui, look at Ulla Johnson, Rixo, Muma World and Reemami.