CLAUS JOHANN HÖLLBAUER is an independent clothing studio based in Elsdorf, Germany, created around a simple belief: everyday knitwear should feel as considered as occasion wear. Every piece begins with the hand — how a rib sits on the shoulder, how a sleeve falls when you reach for a coffee, how a hem moves when you walk. We work in small, thoughtful collections rather than endless drops, focusing on soft yarns, balanced proportions and colours that live together easily. From the first sketch to the final stitch, each garment is developed to be worn often, washed gently and kept for years, not seasons.
Our design language is quiet and tactile. We favour clean necklines, subtle trims and shapes that flatter without demanding attention — cropped cardigans that sit neatly at the waist, boxy sweaters with room to layer, henleys with a soft, broken-in hand-feel. Palettes move between ivory, sand, seafoam and deep navy, chosen so that pieces from different collections can be worn together without effort. We design for real routines: school runs, studio days, long dinners and slow Sundays. Nothing is overworked. Nothing is disposable. The result is a wardrobe that feels personal, calm and quietly confident, season after season.
Behind every order is a small team that cares about the details. We answer emails personally, pack each parcel with care and stand behind what we make. If a size is not right, our 14-day return policy makes it simple to exchange or refund. Garments are checked before dispatch, and we are always happy to advise on fit, fabric or styling by email or phone. CLAUS JOHANN HÖLLBAUER is built on the idea that good clothing should be easy to live in — and that buying it should feel just as easy. We are grateful you are here and hope you find a piece you reach for again and again.
