Lauren Manoogian

Lauren Manoogian is an American luxury knitwear label for women, founded in New York in 2008 by designer Lauren Manoogian. Her appreciation of natural materials and an intuitive approach to shape development define the practice, and her deep knowledge of fibres and textiles guides each collection, creating textural narratives that are cohesive yet always evolving. A perceptible hand is part of the aesthetic, with irregularities and non-uniformity not just allowed but honoured. The label is known for understated, hand-loomed knitwear, including sweater tops like the Plissé Mockneck and Terra Pullover, sweater coats such as the Capote Coat and knit skirts like the Ravel Skirt. It also makes wovens such as the Canvas Car Coat and Taper Trouser, plus tops, dresses, handmade leather accessories, shoes like the Twist Slide and hats like the Felt Beret. Most knitwear is made in Peru, much of it hand-knit or hand-loomed in alpaca, merino and Pima cotton, while many woven pieces are made in Japan. Led by Manoogian and her partner, Chris Fireoved, the independent brand operates between New York and Peru, where much of its textile development and production happens, and sells online and through stockists.