Les Tricots de Léa
Les Tricots de Léa is a French knitwear brand created by its art director Léa to offer colourful, bold, premium knitwear. It makes sweaters, cardigans and fine knits in cashmere, wool, cotton, linen and alpaca, sold online and in its Paris store.
| Founder | Léa, art director |
|---|---|
| Origin | France |
| Specialism | Premium knitwear |
| Flagship | Rue des Rosiers, Paris |
| Website | lestricotsdelea.com |
What is Les Tricots de Léa?
Les Tricots de Léa is a French womenswear brand specialising in knitwear. Its founder and art director, Léa, set out to launch a knitwear label that is colourful, sunny, full of audacity and premium, and the garments are knitted in the brand's own workshops.
Products and positioning
Knitwear is at the heart of the collection, complemented by trousers and jeans to complete the look. Materials include cashmere, wool, cotton, linen and alpaca, with blends such as wool and cashmere or wool and alpaca, and a dedicated 100 per cent linen line for warmer months.
- Sweaters and cardigans
- T-shirts and fine knitwear
- Crochet collection
- Trousers, jeans and accessories
Distribution
The brand sells through its online shop with international delivery. It opened its first physical store at 3 bis Rue des Rosiers in the Marais district of Paris, and lists further points of sale on its website.
Why it matters
Les Tricots de Léa is an example of a French label that has built a distinct identity around colour and knit craft, combining online sales with its own Paris store.
Frequently asked questions
Who founded Les Tricots de Léa?
Les Tricots de Léa was created by Léa, the brand's art director, who wanted to launch a colourful, premium knitwear label.
What does Les Tricots de Léa sell?
The brand sells knitwear such as sweaters, cardigans and fine knits in cashmere, wool, cotton, linen and alpaca, plus trousers, jeans and accessories.