JULIA LEIFERT
JULIA LEIFERT is a Berlin womenswear label founded in 2014 by designer Julia Leifert. It produces timeless, elegant pieces in limited editions from European natural materials, made within 150 km of Berlin.
| Founded | 2014 |
|---|---|
| Founder | Julia Leifert |
| Base | Berlin |
| Production | Within 150 km of Berlin |
| Former name | Philomena Zanetti |
| Website | julialeifert.com |
What is JULIA LEIFERT?
JULIA LEIFERT is a Berlin womenswear label founded in 2014 by the designer of the same name, initially under the name Philomena Zanetti. Julia Leifert studied law before training in fashion at the AMD Academy of Fashion and Design in Berlin, and spent an extended period in New York.
Products and positioning
The label focuses on timeless, effortlessly elegant clothing intended to be worn across several seasons. Collections such as Edition IV combine masculine elements with flowing feminine fabrics and play with contrasts of colour and shape, with the aim of inspiring women to be bold.
Sustainability
- Natural materials sourced from Europe
- Fair and transparent production within a 150 km radius of Berlin
- Limited editions rather than short-lived seasonal collections, to avoid overproduction
- A circular approach in which garments are recycled or upcycled after use
Julia Leifert is also a member of UN Women Germany.
Why it matters
JULIA LEIFERT is an example of a German label applying regional production and edition-based releases as a structural answer to overproduction.
Frequently asked questions
Who founded JULIA LEIFERT?
The label was founded in Berlin in 2014 by designer Julia Leifert, initially under the name Philomena Zanetti.
Where are JULIA LEIFERT clothes made?
They are produced under fair conditions within a 150 km radius of Berlin, using natural materials from Europe.