HORROR VACUI

Under the Radar

Trendiness score

51 of 100

Popularity score

50 of 100

0

Brand fans

0

Product saves

Munich, Germany

Style keywords

Maximalist

Romantic

Artisanal

Vintage-inspired

Ornate

About the brand

HORROR VACUI, founded in 2014 by Anna Heinrichs in Munich, Germany, embodies its Latin namesake meaning "fear of empty spaces" through a maximalist approach that fills every garment with intricate details and rich narratives. The brand boldly challenges minimalism with its lush, opulent aesthetic, creating pieces that serve as canvases for elaborate storytelling through fashion. Heinrichs crafts each garment as a celebration of femininity, blending Renaissance elegance with Bavarian tradition through exclusive use of Liberty of London fabrics and timeless silhouettes. The brand's signature elements include hand-cut scalloped edges, traditional German Froschgoscherl trims, and meticulous honeycomb smockings—all testament to nearly extinct artisanal techniques. Inspired by 15th and 16th century nightgowns and historical sleepwear worn by European aristocrats, HORROR VACUI creates dreamy, prairie-style dresses that whisper of a wondrous reality where fashion transcends mere clothing to become lived art.

Munich, Germany

Instagram

94k followersOpen in app

What people are saying

Berlin Fashion Week

Anna Heinrichs presented a true homage to artistic craftsmanship and playful elegance with the new collection of her brand Horror Vacui.

Sep, 2025

Berlin Fashion Week

Colorful floral patterns merged with quilted jackets with sophisticated scalloped edges that gave the looks a nostalgic sophistication. The collection proved that comfort and elegance can go hand in hand perfectly - a sense of comfort conveyed by casual, soft skirts and quilted coats draped over the shoulders.

Sep, 2025

Magpie by Jen Shoop

I bought a Horror Vacui skirt several years ago that I still wear season after season, and it never fails to fetch compliments.

Mar, 2024

Magpie by Jen Shoop

Horror Vacui's latest collection is dreamy.

Feb, 2024

Berlin Fashion Week

Far from shying away, you boldly embrace fabrics adorned with elaborate patterns across nearly all your looks – a distinctive trademark.

Feb, 2024

My favourite brands are Batsheva, Horror Vacui, Stella Nova, Sea New York, Farm Rio, Celia B.

Nov, 2023

Kendam

Heinrichs stayed true to her signature style, bringing together patterns, colors, and a variety of fabrics.

Jul, 2024

Magpie by Jen Shoop

Have you seen this line We are Kindred? Similar to Horror Vacui but lower price point!

Feb, 2024

Berlin Fashion Week

Anna Heinrichs presented a true homage to artistic craftsmanship and playful elegance with the new collection of her brand Horror Vacui.

Sep, 2025

Berlin Fashion Week

Colorful floral patterns merged with quilted jackets with sophisticated scalloped edges that gave the looks a nostalgic sophistication. The collection proved that comfort and elegance can go hand in hand perfectly - a sense of comfort conveyed by casual, soft skirts and quilted coats draped over the shoulders.

Sep, 2025

Magpie by Jen Shoop

I bought a Horror Vacui skirt several years ago that I still wear season after season, and it never fails to fetch compliments.

Mar, 2024

Magpie by Jen Shoop

Horror Vacui's latest collection is dreamy.

Feb, 2024

Berlin Fashion Week

Far from shying away, you boldly embrace fabrics adorned with elaborate patterns across nearly all your looks – a distinctive trademark.

Feb, 2024

My favourite brands are Batsheva, Horror Vacui, Stella Nova, Sea New York, Farm Rio, Celia B.

Nov, 2023