7 Makers on Maddie Z.'s Radar Right Now
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Time to read 7 min
1. SUNDAY SUPPER
This brand has been at the top of my list since Kate, the founder of Sunday Supper, first came to Round Top. Starting out in a small space, mixed in the middle of the Round Top Makers Market at Blue Hills, Kate had a table and a clothing rack full of goodies.
I fell in love with her pieces at the first show she set up, and I have now had the opportunity to watch her grow!
So, why is Sunday Supper at the top of this list? Beautiful pieces aside, this is a brand you need to be on the lookout for at this show. Having moved from Blue Hills to her own space at Zapp Hall, Sunday Supper has a permanent structure that’s entirely hers this Fall Show, and she’s been working hard to fill it this off-season.
What is Sunday Supper? What started off as chic collars has turned into a vibrant, one-of-a-kind brand with all different silhouettes and styles to fit your personal wardrobe. Made out of old textiles from all over, amongst other things, a Sunday Supper piece is something you need in your closet.
And let’s not forget the dinner—DESSERT FIRST at SUNDAY SUPPER—she’ll be hosting this show. It’s bound to be the best time with good food and even better friends! This creatively fulfilling night will be taking place on October 18, from 6-8PM, so mark your calendars. I hope to see you there!
2. SAPANA
Sapana is more than just a brand. While the coats themselves are beautiful, it’s the story behind them that really makes you fall in love.
At Round Top, the love of all things old doesn’t stop at the antiques; it overflows into the fashion, too. Quilt jackets are on the rise in fashion trends, but a blanket coat made out of a Kantha? That’s one-of-a-kind, and it comes straight from Sapana. The textiles themselves are the art, and you get to wear it!
Now, I know I talk a lot about Sapana—and its founder, Jolie—so what’s different this time?
Jolie is a true creative, and because of that, she’s always pushing herself to the next thing, even if it means jumping out of her comfort zone a little bit. With a new show comes new designs that you need to be watching for. More is more at Sapana.
This show, the jacket designs aren’t the only thing growing. Don’t miss the new expansion at the Henkel Square flagship. More space means more fun. On the Fall Show calendar, she’s announced three late night shopping days, along with a collaboration event with Rank & Sugar and A. Botts Willis that was teased back in September.
So, what new pieces have caught my eye? Honestly, all of it. The way she has taken leftover scraps from the original coats and turned it into something beautiful is just a showcase of Jolie’s talents, creative eye, and love for what she does. And that’s exactly what is debuting this Fall Show.
In an Instagram post from September 30, 2026, she wrote, “New, but not new. Older textiles. Leftover pieces. Familiar shapes, reconsidered.”, (@sapana_dreams).
That’s exactly what Round Top is to me and many others. Finding new purposes for old pieces, even the pieces we wear!
3. FRAULEIN BOOTS
Our favorite sister brand has done it again. Not only did Fraulein Boots drop two new boots in the span of eight days, they kept us on our toes by releasing a third boot a month later: the Field Boot. That’s now a tally of four boots—yes, four—released in 2026.
The owners and founders of Fraulein, sisters Margaret and Sarah, call themselves a “midlife crises company” that started five years ago, where their love of vintage boots inspire new ones to be made.
What makes Fraulein so special is its ability to take the character and charm of vintage boots and reimagine them for the modern wardrobe. Their designs feel like the kind of pieces you might stumble upon while digging through racks and bins at Round Top, only with a fresh perspective that makes them feel entirely their own.
If there’s one thing Round Top has taught us, it’s that a great pair of boots can make an outfit. Whether you’re pairing them with denim shorts and a vintage tee, a flowy dress, or your favorite worn-in jeans, Fraulein Boots bring a little extra personality to even the simplest look. They’re the kind of statement piece that doesn’t need much else around it.
With designs rooted in vintage inspiration, Fraulein reminds us that the best fashion often begins with an appreciation for the past.
4. ZANDRIA
A brand new to Round Top, Texas, Zandria takes beautiful fabric and upholsters them onto cowboy hats. Every hat is a unique design, so no two are the same.
Seven months after making her Round Top debut, Lexi, the founder and maker of Zandria, is packed up and headed back to The Arbors for the Fall Show.
The Cowboy Hat is a Texas staple, so why not make it a statement too? By combining unexpected fabrics with a timeless Western silhouette, Zandria gives a familiar accessory a fresh perspective. Each hat is a beautiful example of fashion as art, where traditional Western style meets individual expression,
For those who believe the best finds are the ones you won’t see anywhere else, Zandria is worth discovering.
5. CASA GRACE QUILTS
Casa Grace Quilts is a brand based in New York that I had the pleasure of meeting and working with last show. Also a new brand to the Round Top scene, Casa Grace takes beautiful vintage pieces and turns them into the most stunning coats.
Sandro, the creator behind the quilts, sources truly unique pieces with a keen eye for one-of-a-kind textiles and designs.
Beautiful products aside, it’s the why behind the brand that really made me fall in love. As someone who has grown up in the antiques business, I understand the full value of old goods and what repurposing them can do to keep vintage alive! When I met Sandro last Spring and saw his beautiful creations, I knew instantly that his brand was nothing short of magic. Every stitch, every silhouette tells a story.
From coats, to tops, to shorts, Casa Grace has the whole outfit set for you.
6. VOLTA ATELIER
A true-female based brand, Volta Atelier uses the art of upcycling to create unique and beautiful handbags. In designs, patterns, and materials I’ve never seen before, the artisans use scrap leather to create timeless pieces that will pass from generation to generation. Each piece leaves me wishing I could buy them all.
I’m always drawn to pieces that feel a little different from what you see everywhere else, and every one of these bags certainly fits the bill. They bring together the kind of creativity and individuality that make fashion exciting, proving that sometimes the smallest addition to an outfit can make the biggest impression. With their unexpected textures, colors, and patterns, these handbags prove that the right accessory can completely transform any outfit. Paired with simple denim or used to add another layer of personality to a more statement-making look, each design brings something entirely its own to the table.
For anyone who believes the details make the outfit, Volta Atelier is a brand where each piece brings its own character to the art of getting dressed.
7. SHADE AMOUR
Bringing a touch of Long Beach, New York to the fields of Round Top, Shade Amour is a brand that celebrates the art of thoughtful design through luxury, ethically made block-printed pieces. Though relatively new to the Round Top scene, the brand has a collection that feels right at home among the unique finds and independent designers that make the market so special.
After designing for Gap for nearly thirty years, the founder of Shade Amour, Deb, branched off on her own to put her creativity to more use! From dresses to loungewear and pajamas, bags, and more, Shade Amour proves that beautiful prints belong in every corner of your wardrobe. Each piece brings together intricate patterns, rich colors, and an appreciation for craftsmanship that makes everyday essentials feel a little more extraordinary. The art of block printing gives these designs their distinctive character, offering a refreshing alternative to the mass-produced patterns we so often see at fast-fashion companies.
What I love most about Shade Amour is the brand’s versatility. A printed dress can be the centerpiece of an outfit, while a coordinating bag or beautifully patterned pajamas set brings that same sense of style into your everyday life. Whether you’re shopping for something special to wear to dinner or looking to elevate your at-home wardrobe, Shade Amour offers plenty of ways to incorporate color and pattern into your personal style.
For those who appreciate fashion that feels both considered and expressive, Shade Amour is a lovely addition to your Round Top shopping list.
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I hope by now you’re seeing a pattern in the brands that I’ve picked to showcase. Almost all of them have one thing in common: taking something old and making it beautiful again. Sometimes it’s the unexpected, the antique hotel key as a necklace, or the recycled threads going into a new jacket instead of the landfill, that make the best pieces.
All of these brands are deserving of your love and support in my eyes, and if you could add even just one thing to your closet to help a small business grow, you’re not only feeding a family or helping pay rent, you’re giving a piece of fabric that would’ve gone in the waste another chance to live a little longer!
It’s incredibly easy to get wrapped up in the overwhelming whirlwind that is Round Top, but I promise it’s more than just a brand. It becomes heirloom pieces for your daughters, but better yet, you find friendship within the art.
Where to Find These Brands:
1. SUNDAY SUPPER — ZAPP HALL
2. SAPANA — HENKEL SQUARE & THE ARBORS, TENT D-1
3. FRAULEIN BOOTS — BLUE HILLS, BARN G
4. ZANDRIA — THE ARBORS, TENT E-1
5. CASA GRACE — BLUE HILLS, TENT 15
6. VOLTA ATELIER — THE ARBORS, TENT D-1
7. SHADE AMOUR — THE ARBORS, TENT D-1
