Skirts
Brand profile
Lemaire
Lemaire is a Paris-born designer house founded by Christophe Lemaire in 1991, co-led with Sarah-Linh Tran and focused on quietly refined, highly wearable wardrobes. The label emphasizes modular silhouettes, neutral palettes, and fabrics sourced primarily from Europe and Japan.
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How it fits
Why this brand matters
The house translates utility and restraint into pieces that layer and age well, with particular strength in outerwear and skirts. Strategic collaborations and artisan partnerships (notably with leather sculptor Carlos Peñafiel) underline a material-led approach to form. Investment support from Fast Retailing enabled measured international expansion while the brand remains independently led.
Choose Lemaire when you want
- Double-breasted and belted wool coats
- Mid-length wrap and pleated skirts in cotton or wool blends
- Sculptural molded leather handbags and small leather goods
Design ethos
Clothing prioritizes proportion, fabric and movement over logos and trend cycles, built around modular layering and subtle construction details. Seasonal changes are incremental, favoring neutral colorways and durable weaves sourced from Europe and Japan.
At a glance
- Founded: 1991.
- Origin: France.
- Parent Group: Independent (minority investment from Fast Retailing reported).
- Tier: Designer
- Aesthetic Keywords: Quiet luxury, modular silhouettes, relaxed tailoring, neutral palette, material-led construction
- Best Known For: Double-breasted wool coats, wrap outerwear, mid-length skirts, molded leather bags.
Sample products
Where to start
Begin with a long double-breasted wool coat or a mid-length wrap skirt to understand the brand’s proportions and fabric focus.
Outerwear
Duffle Coat
Outerwear
Wrap Coat
Outerwear
Boxy Jacket
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FAQ
Common questions about Lemaire
Is Lemaire a French brand?
Yes, Lemaire is based in Paris and is identified as a French house.
Who founded Lemaire and when?
Christophe Lemaire founded the eponymous label in 1991; Sarah-Linh Tran joined as co-director and co-leads the house.
Does Lemaire sell both menswear and womenswear?
Yes, the brand maintains distinct men's and women's ready-to-wear collections across coats, trousers, shirts and accessories.
Is Lemaire owned by Uniqlo or Fast Retailing?
Lemaire remains independently led, though Fast Retailing (Uniqlo’s parent) took a reported minority stake to support growth.
Where are Lemaire pieces made?
Fabrics and production are primarily sourced from Europe and Japan, with garments made using time-honored techniques.