Lafayette 148 New York was founded in 1996 by Deirdre Quinn, Shun Yen Siu, and Ida Siu. Named after the company’s original SoHo address at 148 Lafayette Street in New York City, the brand was created to offer sophisticated clothing for accomplished professional women seeking elevated design and exceptional quality.
The brand built its reputation through luxury fabrics, precision tailoring, and an aesthetic rooted in understated elegance. Over the years, Lafayette 148 became particularly known for its suiting, dresses, knitwear, leather goods, cashmere, and refined wardrobe essentials designed for longevity rather than trend cycles.
Unlike many luxury brands, Lafayette 148 operates with a vertically integrated model, maintaining significant control over design, development, and production. This structure has helped the company maintain consistent quality standards while evolving into a recognized global luxury fashion house.
The brand expanded its size offerings through a dedicated plus-size collection that reflects the same design philosophy found in its core assortment. Lafayette 148 describes the collection as an expression of its commitment to “inclusive luxury,” offering sophisticated fashion for women up to size 3X.
Today, Lafayette 148 is widely associated with the quiet luxury movement, celebrated for impeccable craftsmanship, timeless silhouettes, and investment-quality clothing designed to remain relevant for years.
