• Website: loewe.com
• Founded: 1846, Madrid, Spain.
• Founders: A collective of Spanish leather artisans; Enrique Loewe Roessberg joined in 1872.
• Owned By: LVMH
• Known For: Puzzle, Amazona, Flamenco, Hammock, Anagram, Spanish leather craftsmanship
• Category Focus: Handbags, leather goods, ready-to-wear, footwear, accessories, eyewear, jewelry, fragrance, home scents
Loewe is one of Spain's most influential luxury fashion houses, renowned for exceptional leather craftsmanship, inventive handbags, and a distinctive relationship with art. Founded in Madrid in 1846 as a collective leather workshop, the maison developed its identity under Enrique Loewe Roessberg before expanding into fashion, footwear, accessories, fragrance, and home scents.
Known for combining artisanal expertise, playful creativity, and sculptural design, Loewe has transformed traditional leatherworking into a contemporary fashion language. House signatures—including the Anagram, Puzzle Bag, supple leather construction, and unexpected proportions—connect its Spanish heritage with modern artistic expression.
Today, Loewe is part of LVMH, continuing to develop its craft-led identity under Chief Executive Officer Pascale Lepoivre and Creative Directors Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez.
Puzzle Bag
Amazona Bag
Flamenco Clutch
Hammock Bag
Gate Bag
Paseo Bag
Basket Bag
Anagram Belt
Loewe's story began in 1846, when Spanish artisans established a leather workshop in Madrid. Their expertise attracted Enrique Loewe Roessberg, who joined the business in 1872 and gave the house the name it carries today.
Its reputation grew through carefully crafted leather goods and recognition from the Spanish royal household. Expansion into clothing, fragrance, and international retail later established Loewe as a complete luxury house, while its distinctive Anagram became a recognizable expression of its leatherworking heritage.
In the modern era, Loewe brought craft into a wider cultural conversation through experimental fashion, artistic collaborations, and support for contemporary makers. Its approach treats materials, construction, and imagination as equally important elements of luxury.
Key milestones:
• 1846: A collective of Spanish artisans establishes a leather workshop in Madrid.
• 1872: Enrique Loewe Roessberg joins the workshop, shaping the house that bears his name.
• 1905: King Alfonso XIII appoints Loewe an official supplier to the Spanish Royal Crown.
• 1970: Vicente Vela designs the Anagram, a distinctive emblem formed from four interlocking Ls.
• 1988: The Loewe Foundation is established to support creativity, education, and cultural heritage.
• 1996: Loewe joins LVMH in the year of its 150th anniversary.
• 2015: The Puzzle Bag launches, introducing a distinctive geometric approach to leather construction.
• 2016: The Loewe Foundation Craft Prize is established to recognize excellence in contemporary craftsmanship.
• 2025: Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez become the house's Creative Directors.
• 2026: Loewe celebrates its 180th anniversary, highlighting its Spanish roots and enduring dedication to craft.
Loewe transformed a Madrid leather workshop into an international creative house, combining Spanish craftsmanship, artistic curiosity, and an inventive approach to modern luxury.
“Loewe turns leather craftsmanship into a form of creative expression. Its strength lies in combining exceptional materials, artistic curiosity, and imaginative design that makes familiar objects feel unexpected.”
Loewe matters because it brings traditional craftsmanship into contemporary culture through inventive design, artistic collaboration, and exceptional leatherworking.
Its influence can be seen across:
• The evolution of sculptural luxury handbags
• The connection between fashion, art, and contemporary craft
• The reinterpretation of Spanish leatherworking traditions
• The use of playful experimentation in luxury design
By combining artisanal expertise, cultural curiosity, and distinctive design, Loewe continues to expand the possibilities of contemporary luxury.
