Clara Pinto is a London-based fashion studio founded in 2019, defined by material research and textile innovation with wool at its core. Each collection is developed through the exploration of different wool breeds, natural dye processes and innovative felting techniques, resulting in sculptural, handcrafted garments that redefine how wool is used in contemporary fashion.

Clara Pinto is based in London, with deep roots in Argentina where the designer's craft training began. Many of our pieces are hand-formed in Argentina and finished in our London atelier.

Clara Pinto is the founder and designer. Her craft foundation began with embroidery, shaped by her great aunt — one of Argentina's most respected haute couture embroiderers, who created gowns for Eva Perón. Clara studied fashion design in Buenos Aires before moving to London, where she was selected as a studio resident at the Alexander McQueen Foundation (Sarabande) and received London Fashion Week's DiscoveryLAB award in 2023. Her work has been recognised by WWD, Vogue Italia, Marie Claire, 10 Magazine and Harper's Bazaar UK.

Yes. Clara Pinto has been recognised by WWD, Vogue Italia, Marie Claire, 10 Magazine and Harper's Bazaar UK, where the studio was reviewed by Maria Balshaw, director of Tate Modern. Clara has also dressed Latin American artists including Cazzu, María Becerra, Evaluna and Camilo.

Our signature technique is nuno felting — a process that binds wool directly to fabric, creating sculptural structure and fluid movement. We also work with wet felting, needle felting, 3D felting, structural draping and bio-supported volumes. Every technique is applied entirely by hand.

Nuno felting is a textile technique that bonds wool fibres directly into a woven fabric — such as cotton or silk — through heat, moisture and friction. The result is a single unified textile that carries both the structure of the base fabric and the texture and warmth of wool. At Clara Pinto, nuno felting is the foundation of our material research and the technique that gives our garments their distinctive sculptural quality.

Wet felting is one of the oldest textile techniques in the world. Wool fibres are laid out and worked by hand using water, soap and friction until they bind together and compress into a solid textile. At Clara Pinto we use wet felting to hand-form pieces like the Petal Bag, where each shape is individually coaxed into form — a process that cannot be replicated by machine.

Wool is at the heart of everything we make. We work with specific breeds of Merino and other wools sourced in Argentina, often in their natural undyed state or dyed using natural pigments such as cochineal. We also use deadstock fabrics, digitally printed tulle, natural silk and genuine leather — always with attention to material integrity and provenance.

Yes. Every piece is handmade. Garments are individually cut, sewn and finished by hand. Many involve multiple stages of hand work — from dyeing and felting the raw wool to constructing and reviewing each finished piece before it leaves our atelier. No two pieces are identical.

Made to order means each piece is made specifically for you after your purchase. We do not hold ready stock. This allows us to maintain the quality and individual attention each garment requires. Please allow approximately four weeks from the date of your order for your piece to be completed.

Yes. We welcome bespoke commissions. If you are interested in a custom piece — whether an adaptation of an existing design or something entirely new — please get in touch at info@clarapinto.com and we will discuss what is possible.

Our pieces reflect the time, craft and materials involved in making them. Prices range from approximately £300 for accessories to over £1,000 for made-to-order garments. Each piece is an investment in something handmade, individual and built to last.

Please refer to our size chart for full measurements and guidance. If you are between sizes or have specific fit requirements, contact us before ordering and we will advise or discuss a bespoke option.

We recommend measuring yourself and comparing to our size chart, available on the website. If you are unsure, please write to us at info@clarapinto.com before placing your order. Getting the fit right matters to us as much as it does to you.

You can shop the full collection online at clarapinto.com. We also have select stockists and host occasional pop-up events — follow us on Instagram @laclarapinto or sign up to our newsletter to stay informed about upcoming events and locations.

Yes, we ship internationally via Royal Mail. A confirmation email is sent once your order is placed and another once your parcel is dispatched, including your tracking number.

Made-to-order pieces take up to 20 working days to be made before they are shipped. Once dispatched you will receive a confirmation email with your Royal Mail tracking number.

Import duties, taxes or customs charges may apply depending on your country. These are not included in the product price and are the responsibility of the customer. We recommend checking your local customs regulations before placing an order.

Made-to-order and bespoke pieces cannot be returned or refunded. Each piece is handmade specifically for you after your order is placed. If you have any questions before ordering, please reach out at info@clarapinto.com — we are happy to help you make the right decision before you buy.  

If you believe your piece has a fault, please contact us immediately at info@clarapinto.com. We will do our best to resolve it.

Given the handcrafted nature of our materials — particularly felted wool and natural silk — we recommend gentle hand washing in cold water or dry cleaning. Avoid wringing or machine washing. Specific care instructions are included with each piece. If you are unsure, always contact us before attempting to clean a garment.