SIMPLE STORY OF A DIFFICULT JOB

»IT’S ALL ABOUT KNOWING WHERE TO STOP«

for johnny talbot and adrian runhof this is their design motto and lifestyle philosophy.

since 2000 they have been designing glamorous evening gowns and cocktail dresses under the name of talbot runhof.

with its passion for fine fabrics, perfect cuts, and extravagant details, the “made in germany” brand has gained a worldwide fan base.

anyone wearing talbot runhof has something special planned and that doesn't just apply to the red carpet but also to business and leisure contexts, because the range is now complemented with high-quality day dresses, outfits, coats, and accessories that equally reflect the design vision.

THE PRODUCTS

the selection of manufactured fabrics is, first and foremost, the most important aspect for talbot runhof.

whether its classic weaving techniques or state-of-the-art high-tech fibers, johnny talbot and adrian runhof's preference for outstanding materials regularly leads them to the best manufactures in italy, france, and switzerland.

every single individual style is created and processed with passion and handcrafted precision in workshops in germany.

customers worldwide rely on the brand from münchen for the balance of contemporary couture techniques and unobtrusive wearability.

talbot runhof products are available internationally in around 250 stores as well as in its own flagship boutiques in berlin, dusseldorf, munich, and zurich. since 2006, the designers have been showing their collections at fashion shows during the paris fashion week.

THE DESIGNERS

johnny talbot

johnny talbot was born in 1964 in nashville tennessee.

he studied electrical engineering and worked, after his studies, first as a programmer for the us government, and later for radio free europe in munich, where he met adrian runhof.

after this meeting he also started his career as a fashion designer.

the autodidact, whose mother had already designed costumes for american country music stars, is the mastermind behind the mathematical precision of the talbot runhof dresses, which always appear effortless and elegant despite their masterfully elaborate construction.

adrian runhof

adrian runhof was born in 1963 in mainz and studied business administration after finishing school.

he comes from a family of fashion producers, designers, and retailers and founded his own fashion label from an early age.

in addition, he worked as a consultant for various fashion companies in germany and abroad.

his passion is exquisite materials, from which he designs iconic dresses together with johnny talbot.

he is also known as a trendsetter and in charge of all aspects of the talbot runhof brand world.

THE CUSTOMER

the unmistakable talbot runhof look can only be described through its customers who wear that look.

“it’s the woman, not the dress” is a credo that our designers have internalized.

it is she, who not only wears the brand, but also gives the garment life and its justification.

she has a natural charm, wit, and a casual elegance that sometimes only becomes apparent at a second glance.

no matter how old she is, she is not only enthusiastic about the outstanding quality, but also about the subtly applied, artistic details, which in the end make up the brilliance of her style and her individuality.

DRESSED FOR THE OCCASION

whether it’s a family wedding, an art scene dinner, an evening in the opera or your business meeting in the office - no matter what you plan to do: here you’ll find the perfect outfit for every occasion.