London-based menswear label known for its technical, gorpcore-inspired designs and innovative, waste-reducing 3D development process.
ORIGIN
United Kingdom
PRICE TIER
luxury
Founded by British designer Jean-Luc Ambridge Lavelle in 2020, J.L-A.L (Jean-Luc A. Lavelle) is a London-based menswear label that has rapidly gained a cult following for its fusion of technology and functional design. With a background in graphic and critical design, Lavelle is a self-taught garment constructor who began sharing his creations on Instagram during the March 2020 lockdown. The brand is defined by its experimental approach, utilizing 3D software like CLO 3D to design collections, which minimizes physical sampling and reduces waste. This high-tech process is complemented by the use of locally sourced deadstock and recycled fabrics.