This isn't a fullproof definition, but to me, 'designer' means clothing which carries a premium because of the brand name attached to it.
The brand name may have a value/be desirable due to good design - style, fabric, quality, etc. however, the name itself will also sell a product regardless of what it is attached to*.
IMO Rapha falls into my criteria, ymmv.
this doesn't necessarily mean it's not good a good product.
I think so yes.
This isn't a fullproof definition, but to me, 'designer' means clothing which carries a premium because of the brand name attached to it.
The brand name may have a value/be desirable due to good design - style, fabric, quality, etc. however, the name itself will also sell a product regardless of what it is attached to*.
IMO Rapha falls into my criteria, ymmv.