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Location

Long Beach, USA

Founded

2012

Price range

$70 – $695

Shipping

USA, Canada, UK, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, Singapore, Hong Kong, South Korea, UAE, Switzerland, Norway +

Catalogue

87 products

Size range

8 sizes

New arrivals

8 this month

Carleen

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About

Carleen is an American upcycled clothing label for women, founded in 2012 by Kelsy Parkhouse and based in Long Beach, California. The label is named after the middle name Parkhouse shared with her grandmother Connie, and it is inspired by western landscapes, the bright California light and the rich history of American quilting, which informs its aesthetic both visually and metaphorically. Carleen makes truly wearable clothing such as the Big Parka, Quilt Track Shorts, the Patchwork Wrap Jacket, the Smock Mini Dress and Kick Flare Pants, along with shirts, sweatshirts, skirts, ball caps and vintage patches. Everything is made by hand in California. The label is inspired by the patina of vintage textiles. Pieces are made from vintage quilts, feed sacks and deadstock fabrics that Parkhouse sources at places such as the Long Beach flea market and the Rose Bowl, so everything is one-of-a-kind or limited-edition. Carleen has been featured by Vogue and The Cut. Kendall Jenner modelled a pair of two-toned Carleen jeans in a Vogue spread, and Lena Dunham shared a Carleen chevron jacket on Instagram.

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Brand Details

USA
Cotton
Denim
Wool
Linen
Last reviewed
Oct 2026
Independent brand
Verified
K
Kelsy Parkhouse

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Frequently asked questions

What kind of clothing does Carleen make?
Carleen is a California womenswear label known for upcycled, handmade clothing made from vintage quilts, textiles and deadstock fabrics. Inspired by western landscapes and American quilting, its pieces are one-of-a-kind or limited-edition.
What products does Carleen sell?
Carleen sells pieces such as the Big Parka, Quilt Track Shorts, the Patchwork Wrap Jacket, the Smock Mini Dress and Kick Flare Pants. It also makes shirts, sweatshirts, skirts, ball caps and vintage patches.
How much does Carleen cost?
Carleen is a luxury brand, with products priced from about $70 to $695 USD. Its one-of-a-kind quilt parkas cost around $598, and the Patchwork Wrap Jacket about $695.
Where is Carleen located?
Carleen is based in Long Beach, California, USA.
Who founded Carleen?
Carleen was founded in 2012 by Kelsy Parkhouse, inspired by western landscapes and the rich history of American quilting.
Who owns Carleen?
Carleen is an independent brand run by its founder, Kelsy Parkhouse.
Where is Carleen made?
Carleen makes its clothing in California from vintage textiles and deadstock fabrics.

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