LELA JACOBS

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LELA JACOBS The label values high quality fabrics, locally well-made garments, accessories and unique exploratory thinking.

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NZ based fashion designer Lela Jacobs' inspiration comes from the personal rather than the public domain, creating timeless garments, each with a story. The designs intend to be thought provoking, versatile and highly wearable through inquisitive, challenging, technical pattern making and experimental silhouettes. These are executed in luxurious and high-end fabrics valued for their quality, finish and durability throughout the garment life cycle. This is evident from the selection of opulent natural materials such as silks, cottons, leather, bamboo, linen and merino. Supporting the local economy is an integral part of the brands values favoring local manufacturers, hand knitters and collaborations with craft-persons and artisans. The brand is growing rapidly with a strong list of exclusive stockists nationwide. It currently holds several international accounts and is ready to respond to increasing offshore attention from buyers and media alike. Inspirational influences include a multitude of cross cultural references and collaborations with local and international artists from a diverse range of mediums. The brand values its relationships with established and emerging creatives, and enjoys nurturing and supporting their talents through recognition, mentoring and collaboration.

Names become a language.A constellation of artists, makers and creative practices brought together for COLLAR Ōtautahi.M...
06/10/2026

Names become a language.

A constellation of artists, makers and creative practices brought together for COLLAR Ōtautahi.

More than 60 voices. More than 60 distinct approaches to material, process and making.

Presented through a typographic work by Catherine Griffiths , this collective portrait reveals the community at the heart of COLLAR.

17 October, Ōtautahi Christchurch

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For the collectors.For the layerers.For the dressers.Clothing designed to be mixed, gathered and lived in.Featuring Loll...
06/10/2026

For the collectors.
For the layerers.
For the dressers.

Clothing designed to be mixed, gathered and lived in.

Featuring Lollies in Dusk Silk Dupion. Textures, colours and silhouettes designed to be worn together.

LJ Lollies ♡

A portrait of contemporary making in Aotearoa.60 makers. One installation.COLLAR brings together artists, designers, and...
01/10/2026

A portrait of contemporary making in Aotearoa.

60 makers. One installation.

COLLAR brings together artists, designers, and makers from across the country, each responding to the collar as both object and adornment.

Presented during NZFW Ōtautahi’s Spring Fashion Festival.

This collective exhibition arrives in Ōtautahi for one afternoon only.

17 October · 2-5pm
The Arts Centre Te Matatiki Toi Ora

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Collar Images by EMMA WALLBANKS

Our beautiful COLLAR collaboration sold out during New Zealand Fashion Week Presented by Giltrap Group in Auckland.We ar...
24/09/2026

Our beautiful COLLAR collaboration sold out during New Zealand Fashion Week Presented by Giltrap Group in Auckland.

We are delighted to share this celebration of making, materiality, and craftsmanship with Ōtautahi.

For one afternoon only, 60 makers from across Aotearoa come together in a collective exhibition responding to the collar as both object and adornment.

Suspended as a single installation, the collars become a portrait of contemporary making — revealing the richness of material exploration, technical skill, and creative expression across disciplines.

Presented during Ōtautahi’s Spring Fashion Festival.

Saturday 17 October
2pm — 5pm

The Gym
The Arts Centre Te Matatiki Toi Ora
Christchurch

Tickets via the link in bio.

With thanks to Catherine Griffiths and Amber Star for creating the COLLAR graphic identity, and to all the makers whose hands, ideas, and generosity have shaped this exhibition.

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( U POSSUM )Possum. Silk. Merino.A collection designed for everyday wear and lasting comfort.Selected styles are now ava...
10/09/2026

( U POSSUM )

Possum. Silk. Merino.

A collection designed for everyday wear and lasting comfort.

Selected styles are now available at seasonal sale pricing.

Sale Online Now.

25/08/2026

Thank you to everyone who helped bring COLLAR to life ♡

To all the makers, artists, collaborators, supporters and guests who shared in this special event — we are so grateful.

Images captured by EMMA WALLBANKS are now online at lelajacobs.co.nz

COLLAR was shaped by many hands — artists, designers, stylists, performers, photographers, producers, friends and suppor...
25/08/2026

COLLAR was shaped by many hands — artists, designers, stylists, performers, photographers, producers, friends and supporters — each bringing their own care, craft and generosity to the experience.

To everyone who helped create, build, document, style, light, scent, produce and share this event, thank you. And to everyone who purchased a ticket, joined us across the three sold-out shows, and supported the vision of COLLAR, thank you for making it possible.

A special acknowledgement to THE KEEP , New Zealand Fashion Week Presented by Giltrap Group , and the extraordinary collective of people who brought this project to life alongside Lela Jacobs.

We feel incredibly grateful to have shared this moment with you.

Images captured by EMMA WALLBANKS from COLLAR are now online at lelajacobs.co.nz

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Gallerist Tim Melville Tim Melville Gallery wearing Lela Jacobs at the opening of NZ Fashion Week 2026.Lela Jacobs Lolli...
21/08/2026

Gallerist Tim Melville Tim Melville Gallery wearing Lela Jacobs at the opening of NZ Fashion Week 2026.

Lela Jacobs Lollies jacket and trousers, paired with a hand-painted tie by n. shanley — styled by Dan .

A beautiful coming together of fashion, art, craft and creative collaboration. We’re delighted to see Lela Jacobs represented on the opening night of NZFW.

Thank you to the New Zealand Fashion Week Presented by Giltrap Group team for creating a platform that celebrates the breadth and depth of Aotearoa’s creative community

COLLAR — Artist ReleaseThere is something deeply special about seeing this community of makers come together.Over recent...
13/08/2026

COLLAR — Artist Release

There is something deeply special about seeing this community of makers come together.

Over recent weeks, COLLAR has quietly unfolded through conversations, ideas, materials and making. To now share the names of the artists and makers involved is an absolute pleasure.

Bringing together more than 60 creatives from across Aotearoa, each has responded to the collar through the lens of their own practice. From fashion and jewellery to weaving, costume, textiles and expanded contemporary disciplines, every piece reflects an individual voice while contributing to a larger collective story.

Personally conceived and made by hand, these works celebrate craftsmanship, process and the enduring value of making.

We are excited to share the artists and makers participating in COLLAR.

Join us and the makers for the opening of COLLAR — an extraordinary gathering of creative voices from across Aotearoa.

Wednesday 19 August
HARDcore , Karangahape Road

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Every layer matters.The U Neck Piece is designed to sit close to the body, bringing warmth where it’s needed most.Knitte...
06/08/2026

Every layer matters.

The U Neck Piece is designed to sit close to the body, bringing warmth where it’s needed most.

Knitted in our signature Possum, Merino & Silk blend.

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