About Acne Studios
Acne Studios is a Stockholm-based luxury fashion house renowned for its multidisciplinary approach to design and its distinctive Scandinavian aesthetic.
Founded by Jonny Johansson as part of the creative collective ACNE (Associated Computer Nerd Enterprises, later Ambition to Create Novel Expressions), the brand began as a denim project with the creation of 100 pairs of raw denim jeans with distinctive red stitching. This limited release to friends and family generated unexpected demand, leading to the expansion into a full fashion line.
Acne Studios has evolved from its denim origins into a complete ready-to-wear brand offering men's and women's clothing, footwear, accessories, and small leather goods. Their aesthetic combines clean, minimalist silhouettes with unexpected proportions, bold colors, and artistic influences that challenge conventional Swedish design stereotypes.
The brand maintains a strong connection to contemporary art, photography, and architecture, frequently collaborating with artists and creatives from various disciplines. Their biannual magazine, Acne Paper, further emphasized this interdisciplinary approach by exploring themes across fashion, art, and culture.
Acne Studios' retail spaces reflect their design philosophy with distinctive architectural concepts unique to each location while maintaining consistent elements like the use of pink, metal fixtures, and custom furnishings that have become brand signatures.
With a global presence through flagship stores and select retailers, Acne Studios has established itself as a significant voice in contemporary fashion while maintaining its independent spirit and artistic approach to design that transcends seasonal trends.
Founded by Jonny Johansson as part of the creative collective ACNE (Associated Computer Nerd Enterprises, later Ambition to Create Novel Expressions), the brand began as a denim project with the creation of 100 pairs of raw denim jeans with distinctive red stitching. This limited release to friends and family generated unexpected demand, leading to the expansion into a full fashion line.
Acne Studios has evolved from its denim origins into a complete ready-to-wear brand offering men's and women's clothing, footwear, accessories, and small leather goods. Their aesthetic combines clean, minimalist silhouettes with unexpected proportions, bold colors, and artistic influences that challenge conventional Swedish design stereotypes.
The brand maintains a strong connection to contemporary art, photography, and architecture, frequently collaborating with artists and creatives from various disciplines. Their biannual magazine, Acne Paper, further emphasized this interdisciplinary approach by exploring themes across fashion, art, and culture.
Acne Studios' retail spaces reflect their design philosophy with distinctive architectural concepts unique to each location while maintaining consistent elements like the use of pink, metal fixtures, and custom furnishings that have become brand signatures.
With a global presence through flagship stores and select retailers, Acne Studios has established itself as a significant voice in contemporary fashion while maintaining its independent spirit and artistic approach to design that transcends seasonal trends.
Ownership & Tax Information
| Company Headquarters | 🇸🇪 Sweden |
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