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Founded in 1988 by Richard Stark, Leonard Kamhout, and John Bowman, Chrome Hearts has become a global symbol of luxury and individuality. Based in Hollywood, Los Angeles, the brand is best known for its gothic-inspired designs, meticulous craftsmanship, and rebellious ethos. Over the years, Chrome Hearts has expanded its offerings from leather goods to include jewelry, clothing, eyewear, furniture, and fragrances, solidifying its position as a leader in the luxury fashion industry.
Chrome Hearts began as a small-scale venture in a Los Angeles garage, with its founders aiming to create high-quality leather jackets for the rock-and-roll community. The brand’s name was inspired by the working title of the movie Chopper Chicks in Zombietown, for which they designed costumes. Early on, Chrome Hearts gained traction through its bold aesthetic and association with rock legends like The Rolling Stones and Guns N’ Roses. By 1992, the brand’s innovative approach earned it the CFDA Accessory Designer of the Year Award.
Despite internal disputes that led to co-founders Bowman and Kamhout leaving in 1994, Richard Stark and his wife Laurie Lynn Stark continued to grow Chrome Hearts into a global powerhouse. The opening of flagship boutiques in New York City (1996), Tokyo (1999), and Hong Kong (2003) marked the brand’s international expansion.
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