Maison Dorléac was born from a discreet heritage and a simple promise: to put the beauty of everyday life back at the heart of the wardrobe.

Behind this name are two first names: Dorian and Léa, brother and sister, lifelong partners, raised with respect for beautiful things that last.

The beginnings: a trunk, memories, a clear idea

It all started one summer evening, while sorting through family belongings. In the attic, an old trunk bore the initials "MD". Inside, there were worn flannel jackets, a poplin shirt with a generous collar, a measurement notebook, and a few photos: a dinner under garlands, a regatta, a library where the light blew across the spines of the books.

Dorian, trained in pattern making and obsessed with lines, saw a vocabulary there; Léa, sensitive to style and storytelling, saw a grammar. Together, they decided to write the sequel: to create a house that speaks the language of old-money style —sobriety, exacting standards, quiet elegance—but in modern French : responsible, accessible, and made for living.

Our heritage: restraint as a luxury

At Maison Dorléac, we believe that luxury is not seen, it is noticed .

It finds its place in the proportion of a lapel, the density of a fabric, the drape of trousers, the discreet sheen of a corozo button. It is understood in the silence of a palette: ecru, navy, camel, slate. It is felt by touch: fine flannel, compact poplin, full knit, washed linen.

These are the codes that Dorian and Léa have chosen to honor: the timeless rather than the ephemeral , the cut rather than the logo , the outfit rather than the trend .

The workshop: precision and common sense

We work with partner workshops chosen for their expertise, consistency, and high standards. Production volumes are controlled, runs are short, and finishes are impeccable: tight seams, lightweight fusible interfacing to protect the hand, securely attached buttons, and neat bar tacks.

Each piece passes through knowledgeable hands—and eyes. If a detail feels off, it's adjusted. If it ages poorly, it's started again. The cut is our obsession , durability our condition.

Our promise: pieces that live with you

True elegance begins when the object transcends time.

That's why we build essentials — clean-lined blazers, straight-leg trousers, structured shirts without rigidity, dense crew-neck sweaters, trench coats with a clean drape — designed to be worn, re-worn, and reinterpreted each season.

We champion fair prices all year round: no hype, no bidding wars. The value lies in the material, the cut, the fit — not in the surrounding noise.

The Maison Dorléac style

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  Deliberate simplicity : muted palette, balanced volumes, useful details.
  
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  Materials chosen : compact poplin, textured oxford, flannel, twill, merino wools, summer linens, corozo buttons.
  
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  Thoughtful cut : natural shoulder, defined waist without constraint, clean lines that lengthen the silhouette.
  
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  Versatility : a wardrobe that goes from class to the terrace, from the office to dinner, without ever feeling forced.
  

Responsibility: Do a little, do it well

We prioritize small production runs to avoid overproduction, sustainable supplies (recyclable packaging, simple labels), and responsible sourcing . Design better, produce less, wear longer: that's our guiding principle.

Whenever possible, we offer measured restocks rather than entirely new variations. Novelty isn't a spectacle; it's a subtle evolution.

A community, not an audience

Maison Dorléac is not a monologue. It's a conversation.

We listen to our clients—their habits, their constraints, their ideas—and we evolve the wardrobe accordingly. We share sketches, pattern notes, and fabric samples, because elegance is best understood.

Wearing Maison Dorléac is saying little, but saying the right thing . It's belonging to those who believe that clothing is a form of respect: for oneself, for others, for time.

Tomorrow

When Dorian draws a line, he's already imagining the next one. When Léa chooses a fabric, she can already see the patina it will develop. Our story continues with every garment you wear, every hem that ages beautifully, every button that stays put.

We will proceed with the same simple rule: anything that does not serve the pace and duration has no place .

Dorléac House

Founded by Dorian & Léa .