SISSEL EDELBO
SISSEL EDELBO is a Copenhagen womenswear label founded in 2004 that makes dresses, jackets and separates from existing textiles. It is best known for one-of-a-kind pieces made from vintage Indian saris and deadstock fabrics.
| Founded | 2004 |
|---|---|
| Founders | Jeanne Sissel Thomsen, Christina Edelbo |
| Headquarters | Copenhagen, Denmark |
| Signature material | Vintage Indian saris |
| Website | sisseledelbo.com |
What is SISSEL EDELBO?
SISSEL EDELBO is a Danish fashion brand founded in Copenhagen in 2004 by Jeanne Sissel Thomsen and Christina Edelbo. The label is today led by Thomsen together with Chris Elmengaard.
Products and positioning
The brand is built on reusing textiles that already exist rather than producing new fabric. Vintage Indian saris are its signature material, combined with deadstock and other pre-existing fabrics. Because each sari differs, many garments are effectively one of a kind.
The collections centre on:
- Dresses, often in colourful printed silks
- Jackets and kimono-style pieces
- Separates such as tops, skirts and trousers
- Accessories including pouches and small bags
Handcraft is a defining element. For autumn/winter 2026 the label translated paper-cut art, vintage trims and crochet lace into embroidery, cutwork and appliqué.
Distribution
SISSEL EDELBO is shown during Copenhagen Fashion Week and is stocked by independent boutiques in Europe, such as Germaine Collard in France, as well as by larger retailers including Anthropologie.
Why it matters
Long before upcycling became a widespread talking point, SISSEL EDELBO built a business model around existing textiles, making it a reference point for circular design within the Copenhagen fashion scene.
Frequently asked questions
Who founded SISSEL EDELBO?
SISSEL EDELBO was founded in Copenhagen in 2004 by Jeanne Sissel Thomsen and Christina Edelbo.
What is SISSEL EDELBO known for?
The brand is known for dresses, jackets and separates made from vintage Indian saris and deadstock textiles, many of them one-of-a-kind.