86% matchStudio Nicholson
Modular volume-led minimalism, same slouchy proportions
What changes: More unisex/menswear-led and narrower colour story
Brand profile
Tibi
Independent New York label by Amy Smilovic, built on "Creative Pragmatism": relaxed tailoring and restrained, functional ready-to-wear.
New York CityOrigin
WomenswearFocus
Minimalist / ContemporaryStyle
$$$$Price
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What to know about Tibi
Founder still owns the company
Amy Smilovic started the line in 1997 while living in Hong Kong and continues to run it with her husband, independent of any group ownership.
Trousers carry the collection
The label is best known for wide, slouchy trousers and relaxed tailoring, including oversized blazers, in restrained colour.
Concept and utility, deliberately balanced
Smilovic's "Creative Pragmatism" framework pairs avant-garde shapes with clothes meant to be worn daily, alongside fluid shirting and knitwear.
How Tibi fits
Overall fit
runs large
Tibi pieces are designed with an intentionally relaxed, oversized silhouette, so many shoppers find them roomier than typical ready-to-wear.
Tip: Consider sizing down if you prefer a less voluminous fit, as the intended silhouette is deliberately oversized.
Medium confidence · based on 6 sources
By category
| Category | Runs | Shape | Size advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trousers & pants | runs large | wide, slouchy | Trousers run wide and long; size down or expect to hem for a cleaner line. |
| Jackets | runs large | oversized, boxy | Blazers are cut oversized on purpose; size down if you want a more structured fit. |
| Shirts & overshirts | slightly large | fluid, relaxed | Shirting is designed with a fluid, relaxed drape, so take your usual size unless you want it closer to the body. |
Directional fit consensus summarized from public sources with AI — a starting point, not a guarantee. Confirm with the product's own measurements before buying.
If you like Tibi
86% match
84% matchLEMAIRE
Androgynous fluid tailoring in muted, restrained palette
What changes: Higher price, Parisian house scale with leather goods
80% matchThe Garment
Cleaner Scandi take on knitwear-and-trouser wardrobing
What changes: Lower price, smaller range, less conceptual framing
75% matchGAUCHERE
Sharper, more precise cuts on similar fluid separates
What changes: More formal and asymmetric; less casual wardrobe depth
Tibi fit questions
Does Tibi run big or small?
Tibi runs large. Consider sizing down if you prefer a less voluminous fit, as the intended silhouette is deliberately oversized. Tibi pieces are designed with an intentionally relaxed, oversized silhouette, so many shoppers find them roomier than typical ready-to-wear.
How does Tibi fit?
Tibi pieces are designed with an intentionally relaxed, oversized silhouette, so many shoppers find them roomier than typical ready-to-wear. Overall shape: relaxed, oversized.
How do Tibi trousers & pants fit?
Tibi trousers & pants runs large. Trousers run wide and long; size down or expect to hem for a cleaner line. Shape: wide, slouchy.
How do Tibi jackets fit?
Tibi jackets runs large. Blazers are cut oversized on purpose; size down if you want a more structured fit. Shape: oversized, boxy.
How do Tibi shirts & overshirts fit?
Tibi shirts & overshirts fits slightly large. Shirting is designed with a fluid, relaxed drape, so take your usual size unless you want it closer to the body. Shape: fluid, relaxed.
Brand facts
Tibi is an independent New York ready-to-wear label founded in 1997 by Amy Smilovic, who started the line while living in Hong Kong and still owns and operates the company with her husband. Collections follow her "Creative Pragmatism" framework, which balances conceptual design with utility: relaxed tailoring, oversized blazers, wide and slouchy trousers, fluid shirting and knitwear in restrained colour. The business runs a New York headquarters, a Georgia fulfilment centre, retail stores in New York City and St. Simons Island, and global luxury specialty wholesale.
- Founded
- 1997
- Origin
- New York City, United States
- Made in
- China, USA
- Price
- $$$$
- Focus
- Womenswear
- Facts checked
- August 2026
- Styles
- Minimalist / Contemporary, Quiet luxury, Avant-garde