About Us
WHO WE ARE
Founders: Lane & John
Co-Founders, AETHERA
Both born in Texas just 30 minutes apart, Lane and John lived parallel lives without ever crossing paths—until fate brought them together years later in New York City.
Introduced through their mutual friend Gerald, a fellow creative in the modeling industry, the two quickly discovered not just a shared hometown, but a shared ambition. Both signed to Ford Models, they had collectively spent over 15 years working with some of the world’s most iconic fashion houses.
But behind the campaigns and castings, they carried something deeper: a hunger to build something of their own.
After years of navigating an industry that often overlooks individuality and original vision, Lane and John launched AETHERA —a unisex fashion brand built on creativity, conviction, and an unwavering belief in forging your own path.
Aethera isn’t just a brand—it’s a reminder: Be your own star.
The AETHERA Star represents personal power, resilience, and creative freedom. It's a symbol for the ones who’ve been underestimated, overlooked, or told “not yet”—and decided to shine anyway.
What began as a jewelry-led label with a cult-followed capsule collection is now evolving into something much more.
With growing demand for apparel and elevated essentials, Lane and John are developing pieces that fuse luxury with streetwear, edge with elegance—designs made to feel just as at home in the Hamptons as they do in Tokyo’s backstreets.
AETHERA draws inspiration from global street style, especially from Asia, and is carving out a bold new vision for what modern fashion can be: futuristic, unisex, emotionally charged. At its core, Aethera is the future of fashion**—driven by story, built for impact.
Long term, AETHERA aims to grow into a full creative design firm, specializing in one-of-one garments and custom fine jewelry for red carpets, award shows, and iconic moments in culture. Fashion that doesn’t just follow trends—but creates them.
Every piece tells a story of self-belief. Every drop dares you to take up space.
Be bold. Be rare. Be your own star.