A LIFETIME OF KNIT - ABOUT MICHAELA
About Michaela Buerger
Designer. Founder. Champion of hand-knitted craftsmanship.
Michaela Buerger is a French fashion designer known for her visionary approach to contemporary knitwear. Born in Austria and trained at the prestigious University of Applied Arts under the tutelage of Raf Simons, Michaela combines traditional Alpine craftsmanship with modern design sensibility to create luxury hand-knitted garments that are both timeless and distinctive.
Since founding her namesake label, Michaela has become a recognized voice in the slow fashion movement. She is committed to sustainable practices, ethical production, and the empowerment of women artisans across Europe. These artisans play a crucial role in creating her collections, which are defined by high-quality natural yarns, thoughtful detailing, and an aesthetic that blends heritage with modernity.
Michaela Buerger’s designs have been featured in international publications, including Vogue, Elle, and L’Officiel, and are stocked in leading concept stores worldwide. Today, she is focused on building a direct-to-consumer brand that offers exclusive knitwear made with care, intention, and enduring style.
Through Michaela Buerger, she invites you to discover a world where craftsmanship, creativity, and conscious fashion come together—one stitch at a time.