The LangerChen story began with a clear idea: to create urban outerwear that is durable, practical for everyday life, and produced under fair conditions. Behind the label are Philipp Langer and Miranda Chen. Both have many years of experience in designing and manufacturing fashion. From the very beginning, the founders focused on socially responsible production to reliably control fabrics, processes, and sustainability. This is how LangerChen became a brand that combines transparency, functionality, and contemporary design.
Founder's story & milestones: From vision to the LangerChen brand
From this collaborative effort emerged their own textile factory near Shanghai, the operational heart of LangerChen. Here, every step is traceable, from fabric development and cutting to the final stitch. Training, workplace safety, and fair wages are firmly established, and short communication channels enable rapid quality control and innovation. In 2013, this production base became the LangerChen label for "urban outerwear." Since then, the design team has been creating collections with fashionable silhouettes, optimal fit, and details that can be worn for many seasons.
Founders Miranda and Philipp pursue a dual motivation: to prove that "Made in China" can stand for quality and good working conditions, and that design excellence, resource conservation, and social responsibility reinforce each other. This attitude shapes the brand's history to this day and makes its collections attractive, high-quality, and transparent.
Sustainable, fair fashion: The story of LangerChen as a promise of quality
Sustainability is evident in LangerChen's daily practices. Their own production facility operates with transparency regarding processes and standards. This allows for the targeted use of resource-conserving materials, such as GOTS-certified organic cotton, Lyocell/TENCEL™, and recycled fibers (e.g., according to the GRS standard). The goal: weatherproof, breathable fabrics that are comfortable to wear and have the smallest possible ecological footprint.
Durability is a conscious consideration in LangerChen's approach: high-quality woven fabrics, meticulous craftsmanship, replaceable components, and repair-friendly design visibly extend the garment's lifespan. This allows LangerChen to reduce resource consumption and emissions throughout the entire life cycle of a garment, from material selection to care. Transparency is also key: customers learn how a product is made, which materials are used, and why these choices pay off in the long run.
Thus, the story of LangerChen boils down to a mission: fair fashion with functional demands, produced under conditions that respect people and conserve resources. Those who choose LangerChen are opting for quality, traceable origins, and outerwear that delivers lasting results.
