The Meaning...

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Quaintrelle is a historical term denoting a female dandy.  A Quaintrelle is a term that describes "A woman who leads a life of passion, which is expressed through personal style, leisurely pastimes, charm, and the pursuit of life's pleasures."

When I accidentally discovered this term, I knew that it would become the name of my label. Because Quaintrelle not only wants to dress women per se, but every gender identity who prefers "feminine" silhouettes, with a certain penchant for nostalgia.

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The Mission...​​​

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QUAINTRELLE is an ethically produced small label, created by designer and founder

Katrin Hupf, with a strong focus on storytelling, silhouette & textile. ​

 

Made to order in my studio in Berlin, with Dead Stock fabric sourced from Italy & France, every piece is lovingly made by me, from start to finish.

My goal is to be a slow paced response to the fast fashion world. With supporting a small brand like Quaintrelle, you are choosing to contribute to a small batch manufacturing, attention to detail, no cheap labour and initially, a better future.