Anyone who kept up with the street style at the recent Copenhagen Fashion Week couldn’t miss a standout accessory: Bathing Caps from the Luxembourgish label Kroon 02. For me, the sparkling glass-beaded headpieces capture everything that defines today’s zeitgeist in fashion. Their designs invite playful integration into everyday life while leaving plenty of room for personal interpretation and self-expression. This is precisely what Charlotte and Laurene Kroon celebrate with their brand. The two sisters nostalgically reflect on small, personal moments, forming the conceptual backbone of their collections. Charlotte is the creative soul behind Kroon 02. With stints at Botter and Acne Studios, and a deep passion for craftsmanship and precision, she translates her playful curiosity into every single piece. Laurene ensures the brand’s growth and handles the strategic side of the business. Growing up surrounded by forests, fields, and mountains in Luxembourg, their love for nature informs every decision, from selecting high-quality materials to applying zero-waste principles and maintaining close collaborations with workshops. Their world is colorful, sparkling, and attention-grabbing without ever being overpowering. They remain timeless in their choice of materials and colors, yet set trends with their designs. Take the Beaded Hoops, one of their bestsellers, as an example of the label’s approach. The hand-embroidered glass bead earrings with gold-plated brass come in two sizes and twelve colors, appealing to more than just a single generation. Thanks to their minimalist design and multiple add-on options, they provide the perfect canvas to create your very own unique version.
Personally, I only wear the Beaded Hoops in combinations. I have them in each of my seven piercings — sometimes grey, sometimes yellow, always single-colored. (Adding one of the Beaded Cuffs on one side is a must.) Others prefer the simple, classic version, wearing just a single pair. And surely, some mix all the colors. The possibilities are endless. The hoops come in small boxes, printed with a photo of Charlotte and Laurene’s mother — a tribute to their own childhood. In spring and winter 2025, Kroon 02 collaborated with Uniqlo, proving, once again, that even when working with big names, they never lose the essence of their label. For the collections, Charlotte designed patches using her signature techniques, creating room for playful personalization. And perhaps it’s not just minimal shapes or common materials that make a piece timeless. Rather, it’s designs that invite you to rethink them over and over, to combine them in unconventional ways, something Kroon 02’s creations not only allow, but actively encourage.
Text & Photos: Robyn Steffen
Kroon 02
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