Acne Studios
Acne Studios in short
Acne Studios is a Swedish fashion house based in Stockholm, founded in 1996 by Jonny Johansson and co-founders. What started with a small run of raw denim jeans has evolved into a globally celebrated label famed for denim, wool scarves, knitwear, and its distinctive pastel pink packaging and stores.
Iconic products
| Product | Why it's popular |
|---|---|
| Wool scarves | Generous proportions, wide colour palette |
| Denim | The brand's founding heritage |
| Face collection | Instantly recognisable face motif |
| Knitwear | Oversized, Scandinavian aesthetic |
Acne Studios compared
Scandinavian minimalism with an experimental edge. Those drawn to this aesthetic often also look to GANNI (Copenhagen) or Maison Margiela for more conceptual design.
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Frequently asked questions about Acne Studios
- Where is Acne Studios from?
- Stockholm, Sweden.
- What does Acne stand for?
- According to the brand, it stands for “Ambition to Create Novel Expression”.
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Laatst inhoudelijk gecontroleerd: 8 oktober 2026