Aerie x Emily + Merritt: A Capsule Collection Rooted in Friendship
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A friendship-inspired collection for the young at heart
Some collaborations are strategic. Others are inevitable. Designed by best friends Emily Current and Meritt Elliott, the creative duo behind THE GREAT., this exclusive collection for Aerie is inspired by a journey that began decades ago. Emily and Meritt met as students, bonded over a mutual love of vintage, and quite literally grew up alongside one another—personally, creatively, and professionally. Over the years, that connection has evolved into a series of successful businesses built on intuition and a shared point of view.
Along that journey, they found and fell in love with Aerie.
At its heart, Aerie x Emily + Meritt is a story of real friendship and authentic brand connection. Designed for tweens, teens and the young at heart, every piece is infused with the effortless comfort, style, and confidence that Emily and Meritt are known for.
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The 64-piece capsule spans intimates, sleep, loungewear, and accessories, blending a modern, wearable sensibility with a distinctly vintage-inspired point of view. The pieces feel lived-in from the start—easy, soft, and endlessly mixable. These are the kinds of garments you borrow from a best friend, pack for every trip, and reach for again and again.
True to both Aerie’s ethos and Emily and Meritt’s design language, the collection celebrates self-expression and kindred spirits.
More than a capsule, Aerie x Emily + Meritt is a reminder that the best collaborations come from genuine connection. From school friends to creative partners, from vintage lovers to modern designers, this collection is a reflection of a friendship that has always been rooted in joy.
Shop some of our favorites from the collection below!
