Lafayette 148
United States
Lafayette 148 New York is an American women's fashion house founded in 1996 and based in New York. It is privately owned and describes itself as a modern American luxury house focused on fabrics, craftsmanship and understated design.
| Founded | 1996 |
|---|---|
| Founders | Deirdre Quinn, Shun Yen Siu and Ida Siu |
| Headquarters | Brooklyn Navy Yard, New York |
| Segment | Premium and contemporary |
| Creative director | Emily Smith (per brand website) |
| Website | lafayette148ny.com |
What is Lafayette 148?
Lafayette 148 New York is a women's clothing brand that describes itself as a modern American luxury house. Its website stresses an art-centric approach, craftsmanship, fabrics and a New York perspective. The name comes from its original address at 148 Lafayette Street in SoHo.
History
Wikipedia names the founders as Deirdre Quinn, Shun Yen Siu and Ida Siu, and dates the founding to 1996. In 2003 the company opened a design studio and production facility in Shantou, China. Since August 2018 its headquarters has been in the Brooklyn Navy Yard in New York.
The company reported revenue of $200 million in 2019 according to Wikipedia, and opened a boutique on Madison Avenue that year. In 2020 it helped make surgical gowns during the COVID-19 pandemic, launched the AtelierDirect styling service, introduced footwear and opened boutiques in Bal Harbour and Short Hills.
Products and positioning
- Ready to wear: dresses, jackets and blazers, coats, trousers, denim, suits, knitwear, skirts and blouses, including petite and plus sizes.
- Accessories: scarves, jewellery, belts, handbags and home goods.
- Services: private boutique appointments, virtual styling and complimentary fittings and alterations.
Business model and distribution
The brand sells through its own boutiques, its website and personal styling services. Wikipedia describes the company as privately owned, with Deirdre Quinn as chief executive; this has not been confirmed for 2026. The brand's website names Emily Smith as creative director.
Why it matters
Lafayette 148 is a long-running American brand in the upper contemporary and luxury womenswear segment, notable for operating its own design and production base in Asia while keeping its identity rooted in New York.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Lafayette 148 from?
Lafayette 148 is an American brand from New York. It was named after its original address on Lafayette Street in SoHo and has been headquartered in the Brooklyn Navy Yard since 2018.
Who owns Lafayette 148?
Wikipedia describes Lafayette 148 as privately owned, with Deirdre Quinn as chief executive. No parent group is named in the sources reviewed.