MAISON
As a Paris-born brand with a Californian spirit, Julie de Libran brings together timeless elegance and effortless ease. Built on purpose rather than excess, our philosophy is simple: to design fewer pieces crafted to the highest standards of style, quality and sustainability.
We source from the world’s most exceptional fabric archives for rare textile finds to ensure every piece tells its own story. Made by master artisans in France and Italy, our couture is one of a kind and our ready to wear is produced in numbered limited editions, giving each garment a sense of rarity and permanence.
“After 30 years in fashion, I launched my eco-responsible brand to design a versatile, high quality wardrobe made in France and Italy, offering personalization while prioritizing craftsmanship, creativity, beauty, and comfort.”
JULIE DE LIBRAN
Julie de Libran is a child of two continents. Born in Aix-en-Provence, she moved with her family to San Diego in 1980, spending ten formative years there. It was as a young California girl that she first fell in love with fashion. By her teens, she was already turning sketches into dresses, working with local seamstresses to bring her visions to life.
Returning to Europe, Julie refined her craft at two of fashion’s most prestigious schools: the Istituto Marangoni in Milan and the Ecole de la Chambre Syndicale de la Couture Parisienne. Her career unfolded between Milan and Paris, the twin capitals of fashion excellence.
From 1991 to 1994, she worked alongside Gianfranco Ferré in Milan, before being personally invited by Gianni Versace to join him as an assistant in 1996. Two years later, she joined Prada, where over the next decade she rose to become Design Director and right hand to Miuccia Prada, overseeing women’s ready-to-wear, made-to-measure, celebrity dressing, and lingerie.
In 2008, she returned to Paris, serving six years as Creative Director for women’s ready-to-wear and Head of the Design Studio at Louis Vuitton under Marc Jacobs. A natural next step followed: in 2014 she was appointed Artistic Director of the legendary house of Sonia Rykiel, leading the brand for five celebrated years.
In June 2019, Julie de Libran launched her own label: Julie de Libran Paris. A deeply personal project, it reflects her vision, values, and commitment to craftsmanship. Her creations transcend trends — timeless pieces to be cherished, worn, and loved for years to come.
