Fashion from Berlin Fashion from Berlin is one thing above all: different! As diverse as the capital itself, the collections of the fashion designers reflect a mosaic of different origins, cultures and life stories. From streetwear to noble, from classic cuts to cross-gender and cross-border garments, everything is there. The open concepts of individual studios, which you can visit by appointment, are also exciting. Let our selection inspire you: 11 exciting fashion labels from Berlin.
Tip 1: Platte.Berlin inspires Berlin style for all
If you're interested in Berlin fashion, then you should definitely check out Platte.Berlin Concept Space. In the store you'll find a curated selection of local fashion labels and plenty of inspiration to create your own Berlin style. The looks are as diverse and experimental as the city itself. What they have in common is the focus on sustainable, gender-neutral and cross-size fashion concepts, or as the creators themselves put it: "Fashion that doesn't exclude, but takes you along." You can also get creative yourself here in workshops or network at runway shows, parties and other events.
When: Monday through Saturday 1 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Where: Memhardstraße 8, Mitte
Tip 2: Haderlump makes the end a new beginning
Every end is a new beginning: Haderlump makes fashion from fabrics that others throw away. This can be old, worn leather or DHL jackets, denim or remnants left over from other brands' productions and bought up by Haderlump. In the Neukölln studio, the spoils are then recombined. Each handmade piece is special. Experimental cuts and the courage to create unusual combinations are the hallmarks of this circular fashion brand. All the clothes you buy at Haderlump will be repaired for you in the Neukölln atelier. In addition, you can book your own workspace there by the hour as part of the open studio.
When: by arrangement
Where: Juliusstraße 64, Berlin
Tip 3: Fade out label creates timeless one-of-a-kind pieces from deconstructed vintage pieces
Paris loves Andrea Bonfini and Nicola Gomiero. The two Berlin designers have won several awards here, such as for "The Future of Fashion" and as avant-garde designers for the Denim Premiere Vision. If you're not familiar with these shows, perhaps you'll be convinced that the two have written a contribution for the "Patchworing & Quilting" bible of the Victoria&Albert Museum in London. After all, Andrea and Nicola have been reinventing fashion with their patchwork techniques since 2015. The result is innovative one-of-a-kind pieces, where used materials - with inventiveness and craftsmanship - are transformed into timeless unisex looks: sustainable, innovative and unique.
When: only with registration
Where: Herzbergstrasse 55, Lichtenberg
Tip 4: Esther Perbandt interprets black as a rainbow
For "Germany's Next Top Model" she designed a collection that brought the Berlin vibe and techno to the runway. The campaign for her jewelry collection for adidas was staged by Sven Marquardt. Yes exactly, by the photographer who is also known as Berlin's toughest bouncer (at Berghain). And the Berlin designer is not only on a first-name basis with him. Esther Perbandt sets trends that carry Berlin into the world. Her DNA is the essence of Berlin lifestyle, metaphorically interpreting the rainbow symbol of the queer scene by means of different materials, haptics and layers in pure black.
When: Tuesday through Friday 10 a.m. - 7 p.m., Saturday midnight - 6 p.m.
Where: Almstadtstraße 3, Mitte
Tip 5: Fashion label UY focuses on being beyond the norm
Being who you really are is what the fashion label and art collective UY wants to make possible. With simple, strong materials and straightforward shapes, UY's garments define beauty beyond gender norms, skin color or body shape. Sometimes minimalist, sometimes tongue-in-cheek, but always sexy, UY challenges standard norms and offers space for individual lifestyles.
Open-minded to creatives and artists from diverse cultures, UY combines opposites such as global and local, familiar or culturally in transition with an open studio approach. The result is a wide variety of collaborations, ranging from pop-up dinners to art installations. Now, if you're feeling creatively inspired, you can rent an hour at the UY studio or even take a sewing workshop.
When: Tuesday through Friday 12 p.m. - 7 p.m., Saturday 12 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Where: Pflügerstraße 11, Kreuzberg
Tip 6: Human Touch makes the clothing manufacturing process visible
Human Touch is a very young Berlin fashion label that will show its first collection in February 2024. Each unique piece is characterized by an individual pattern of handprints. Thus, the many invisible hands involved in the manufacturing process become visible. Because until today and probably in the future, according to Human Touch designer Juliet Seger, every single garment, will only be able to be sewn and made with the help of the human hand. Also be on the lookout for sewing performances by Human Touch. The company's own store will launch online in 2024. You can currently borrow individual pieces from the clothing store.
When: Wednesday through Saturday 12 p.m.-1 p.m.
Where: Oranienstraße 44, Kreuzberg
Tip 7: Danny Reinke tailors couture on demand
Vogue, Vanity Fair, Grazia and many more: they all feature the Berlin-based prêt-à-couture designer in their photo spreads. Together with Creative Director Julien Kelch, designer Danny Reincke creates an overarching theme for each collection, including such beautiful titles as Poetic Renascence, Botanical Affair or even Devil's Delight. A play on emotions and the connection of fashion to other themes that define our time - and our humanity. Danny Reinke produces exclusively in Berlin, as well as mainly single pieces of the collections tailor-made on demand. You can admire his designs, by the way, from time to time in music and advertising videos.
When: on demand
Where: Behaimstaße 6, Charlottenburg
Tip 8: Since 1989 Thatchers redefine fashion from Berlin
From a squatted house, Ralf Hensellek, Monika Krüger and costume designer Thomas Mrozek reinvent fashion from Berlin. The spirit of optimism of 1989 can be clearly felt in the designs. Ironically, the label is titled with the surname of the prime minister of the time and then brings couture from Berlin to the catwalk in Paris with collections such as "Beware of Killer Capitalism" or "Pure Inferno". Adventurous years follow, during which Thatchers serve as German fashion ambassadors for the German Foreign Office, among other things, win awards and continually redefine fashion for women. In the meantime, Thatchers has grown up. Of the original founding team, Thomas Mrozek still designs new looks that can be freely combined as Thatchers basics, classics and couture, depending on mood and life situation. An addition to the concept worth experiencing is berlinate.
When: Main Store, Kastanienallee 21, Prenzlauer Berg.
Where: Monday to Saturday 11 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Tip 9: Konk presents and connects fashion label from Berlin
In addition to clothing, Konk also offers jewelry and accessories by Berlin designers. Stylistically, the spectrum ranges from elegant to colorful and crazy, typical Berlin. Of course, the curating hand of Katja Wetzel, who studied fashion design in West Berlin in the 80s and then worked in the theater industry for a long time, is also evident. Her main concern is to show the joy of experimentation of Berlin's fashion labels - and that Berlin not only has charisma itself, but that a lot of creative work is also generated by influences from all over the world. To this end, the store owner is involved in the EU-wide Erasmus exchange program for young professionals. Many enriching, cross-border projects have already developed from this.
When: Tuesday to Friday 12 p.m. - 7 p.m., Saturday 12 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Where: Kleine Hamburger Straße 15, Mitte
Tip 10: This City Rocks uses the capital as a template
Berlin is the center of attention at This City Rocks. T-shirts, hoodies, socks, scarves, bags and much more can be found here in the This City Rocks design. Sometimes the motifs are big and gaudy, like the strong bear that embraces the TV tower. Other designs are more subtle and combine the outlines of typical Berlin landmarks, such as the Brandenburg Gate, into cool patterns where you have to look twice to spot the Berlin hint. The T-shirts are printed in Berlin, the caps are knitted in Germany, and the chic socks come from Poland. In addition to unisex fashion, you'll find home accessories, bags, purses and gift items.
When: Monday through Friday 12 p.m. - 7 p.m., Saturday 11 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Where: Libauer Straße 23, Friedrichshain
Tip 11: William Fan combines European and Asian elements with his fashion label
In a green backyard in Berlin's Mitte you will find the noble design boutique of William Fan. The eponymous designer turns his biography into a concept and combines European elements with Chinese influences. The result is luxury pieces and gender-neutral fashion, luxury dresses, tops and blouses that are sometimes inspired by the cut of classic kimonos or pants with a wide cut and refined details. Besides clothing, William Fan also produces shoes, bags, jewelry, furniture and objects. You can also get fashion from William Fan in KaDeWe, but alone because of the pretty boutique with the noble floor, reminiscent of a jade stone, it is worth a visit on site.
When: Tuesday through Saturday, 12 p.m. - 7 p.m., Sunday/Monday by appointment.
Where: Große Hamburger Straße, Mitte
