About

Hello! My name is Lucie, and I design, cut, sew, and pack each LUCI piece by hand in my small atelier in Maribor, Slovenia.

I studied design and textile materials, where I developed a deep understanding of fabrics, garment construction, and how clothing is made. During my studies, I also explored contemporary fashion and its “dark” side - overproduction, fast trends, and the environmental and social impact hidden behind many garments. When I started thinking about creating my own label, it quickly became clear that I wanted to do things differently. Sustainable and timeless felt like the only way forward.

Today, I also work as a researcher, continuing to explore how garments are designed and constructed. I am particularly interested in the intersection of traditional pattern-making knowledge and new digital tools that help us better understand how clothing fits and behaves on the body. As part of my doctoral research, I study women’s garment construction systems from the 19th century. I am fascinated by how carefully and thoughtfully clothes were designed in the past. By studying historical sources and digitally reconstructing these garments, I aim to rediscover this knowledge and better understand how clothing was made.

Working with clothing construction and materials every day constantly reminds me that well-designed garments have always been about thoughtful construction, quality materials, and longevity. Those same values guide what I create at LUCI. I try to live more consciously every day, and I believe in fewer but better things. That philosophy is reflected in what I design: minimal and timeless pieces, comfortable fits, and natural, high-quality fabrics.

Nothing more, nothing less. I do not think clothes should be complicated. Clothes should be simple, well made, and something you truly enjoy wearing.

My goal with LUCI is to show that clothing can be made in harmony with nature, without harming the environment, exploiting natural resources, or violating workers’ rights, and still remain modern and fashionable.

Why #linenlove?

Over time, I gradually fell in love with linen. The more I worked with different fabrics, the more I was drawn to its natural simplicity, durability, and understated beauty.

Linen fibres are environmentally friendly, requiring relatively little water and energy to process, and significantly fewer pesticides and artificial fertilisers than cotton. They are also completely biodegradable. What makes linen truly special is how it evolves over time. Linen fabrics are strong, hypoallergenic, and naturally resistant to stains. With wear and washing, the fabric becomes softer and develops a unique character that makes every garment even more beautiful.

Linen is also extremely comfortable to wear. It keeps you cool in summer, retains warmth in colder weather, and naturally helps regulate body temperature.Because of these qualities, linen represents everything I value in clothing: natural materials, durability, comfort, and timeless elegance.

LUCI VALUES

These values are reflected not only in the design of the garments, but also in the materials and production choices behind each LUCI piece.

Handmade

All pieces are handmade with care and attention to detail. Most of our items are made to order.

Local

By purchasing LUCI items you are supporting small, local, good people.

Sustainable

Each piece is designed with human impact on the environment and social responsibility in mind, and is made to last.

Minimal waste

The amount of textile waste is minimized, fabric scraps and remnants are used in other upcycling projects or recycled.

FRIENDLY TO YOU & THE PLANET

LUCI pieces are made from carefully selected, high-quality natural fabrics sourced and manufactured in Europe.

OEKO TEX and European Flax™ certified linen | 100% GOTS certified organic cotton | Zero waste manufacturing approach | Plastic-free and recyclable packaging

BABY & TODDLER COLLECTION

In 2021 I became a mother of a sweet little girl, and it was natural for me to sew cute little outfits for her. Following the same concept (slow and sustainable), I started designing simple, comfortable pieces that are easy to change into, functional and ready for little adventures. And as my daughter grows, the collection grows with her. What began with

baby pieces has gradually expanded to include clothing for toddlers. Each new design is inspired by real everyday needs – taking first steps, climbing, exploring, and playing. The cuts are versatile and the sizes are customizable. The final pieces are carefully selected and tested beforehand in all "extreme" conditions. The linen fabric is not just a random choice either. Its properties are perfect for children's clothing. Linen is breathable, hypoallergenic and naturally stain resistant, as well as being very strong and durable. It feels cool in the summer and retains warm air in the winter. The garments are meant to be worn for a long period of time and then shared between siblings or a friend's baby.

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Moj namen je pokazati, da je mogoče oblikovati in izdelovati oblačila na način, ki ne izkorišča okolja, naravnih virov ali osnovnih človekovih pravic.

LUCI oblačila so minimalističnega videza, multifunkcionalna in jih je mogoče nositi ter kombinirati na več načinov. Pri oblikovanju in izdelavi so uporabljeni izbrani principi in metode trajnostnega oblikovanja ter izključno naravni, certificirani materiali (lan, organski bombaž), ki so primerni za recikliranje in ne vsebujejo dodatkov, kot je elastan, ali mešanic naravnih vlaken s sintetičnimi. Izbrani materiali zagotavljajo osnovne ekološke standarde in dobro počutje pri nošenju. Vsaka kolekcija je zasnovana tako, da se oblačila na koncu življenjske dobe lahko reciklirajo. Osnovna oblačila minimalističnega videza ostajajo v modi več let in jih je mogoče nositi več sezon. Z nakupom manjšega števila kakovostnih oblačil brezčasnega videza zmanjšujemo negativen vpliv na okolje.

Zakaj #linenlove?

Lanena vlakna so okolju prijazna, saj potrebujejo razmeroma malo vode in energije za obdelavo ter uporabljajo bistveno manj pesticidov in umetnih gnojil v primerjavi z bombažem. Poleg tega so 100 % biorazgradljiva. Lanene tkanine so trpežne, ne povzročajo alergijskih reakcij in so odporne na madeže. Z uporabo in pranjem postajajo ne le mehkejše, temveč tudi lepše. Lan pozimi greje, poleti hladi ter odvaja odvečno toploto s kože. Lan je sam po sebi trajnosten in predstavlja odlično kombinacijo elegance in funkcionalnosti.