LEJE
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About the brand
LEJE, meaning 'The I' in French, is a forward-thinking fashion brand founded by South Korean designers Je Yang-mo and Kang Ju-hyeong in 2017. Both graduates of prestigious Parisian fashion schools (Studio Berçot and Esmod Paris), the designers cultivated their expertise at luxury houses Lanvin and Balmain before launching LEJE. The brand operates with workshops in both Paris and Seoul, seamlessly blending traditional Korean craftsmanship with contemporary French draping techniques. LEJE is deeply committed to sustainability, working with elderly Korean artisans to preserve disappearing traditional crafts like hand-embroidery and metalwork, incorporating these ancient techniques into modern couture pieces. Originally conceived as menswear, the brand has expanded to include womenswear, creating deconstructed silhouettes with signature cut-out designs. Their philosophy centers on 'unexaggerated yet bountiful beauty,' challenging conventional Asian fashion while celebrating cultural heritage through timeless, artistically-driven pieces.
