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The world of Talbot Runhof

Welcome to Talbot Runhof! Immerse yourself in the world of the Munich fashion label and find out more about the two designers and the history of the Talbot Runhof brand.

»it’s all about knowing where to stop« 

For over two decades, Talbot Runhof has stood for timeless elegance and uncompromising craftsmanship. The Luxury Love Brand, born in Munich, worn on the world's red carpets - the designs of Johnny Talbot and Adrian Runhof tell stories of style, sophistication and subtle glamor. 

“It's all about knowing where to stop - never go too far, but always far enough!” This credo is reflected in every design: silhouettes that flow, fabrics that touch, details that only reveal their secret at second glance. Festive gowns that shine in the spotlight and daywear that effortlessly brings elegance to everyday life - each piece embodies the art of creating fashion beyond the ordinary. 

Appreciated by women who not only wear fashion, but feel it. Available in the most exclusive stores worldwide - and in the flagship boutiques in Berlin, Düsseldorf, Munich and Zurich.

Created in Munich 

The fabrics are the soul of every Talbot Runhof creation. Johnny Talbot and Adrian Runhof work with the best textile manufacturers in the world to bring extraordinary materials to Munich: artfully embroidered sequins from St. Gallen, shimmering jacquards from Como, innovative high-tech fabrics from Japan. Each fabric tells its own story - of tradition, craftsmanship and modern luxury. 

The journey of each design begins in the Munich studio in Obersendling. Here, in the creative heart of Talbot Runhof, silhouettes are created that flow, drapes that flatter the figure and cuts that promise perfection. Each design is first draped on the mannequin, refined step by step and perfected in fittings - until shape and material form a harmonious whole. 

handmade with love

Behind every item of clothing are people with a passion for detail and uncompromising quality standards. The designs are manufactured in selected, family-run factories, predominantly in the Bavarian countryside. Here, where craftsmanship has been cultivated for generations, fashion creations are created that are not only impeccably finished, but also bear an unmistakable signature - a touch of luxury that you can not only see, but feel.

The Talbot Runhof Moment 

Anyone wearing Talbot Runhof has a special moment ahead of them - be it a glamorous evening on the red carpet, an elegant celebration with a close circle of friends or a spontaneous dinner out on the town. These moments deserve fashion that not only accompanies them, but celebrates them. Self-confidence, elegance, comfort - the right outfit lends every appearance a special aura. 

For over two decades, Johnny Talbot and Adrian Runhof have dedicated themselves to the art of evening wear. Each dress is designed to focus not only on the fabric, but above all on the wearer. Sophisticated draping, flowing silhouettes and precise tailoring flatter every figure and turn fashion into a second skin - effortless, graceful, full of personality.

 

For those looking for the extraordinary, the designs go beyond the classic evening dress: a dramatic jumpsuit, an elegant tuxedo for women - bold but timeless statements that combine modernity with glamor. The essence of Talbot Runhof can be found in every design: style that lasts, elegance that does not impose itself, but looks natural. 

And even in everyday life, style doesn't have to be compromised. Whether business dress or elegant trouser suit - these looks are the essence of self-confident, subtle luxury. They lend attitude to every movement and charisma to every encounter. Because true elegance knows no occasion - it is a way of life.

design with passion 

An electrical engineer from Nashville and a business economist from Wiesbaden - not a classic fashion story, but that's exactly what makes Talbot Runhof special. When Johnny Talbot and Adrian Runhof met by chance in a Munich club in the 1990s, a career in the fashion world was a long way off. Johnny, fresh from Washington, where he programmed anti-submarine systems at the Pentagon, had just started a job as a computer scientist at Radio Free Europe in Munich. Adrian, who had grown up in a fashion company, worked in sales - but creativity captivated them both. Adrian planned his first collection, Johnny designed secretly on the side - until they joined forces and presented their designs at a trade fair in Paris. 

The success was immediate, the start of a shared journey. From a small store near Maximilianstrasse - then still under the name “All About Eve” - to international catwalks and the red carpets of the world: their creations were quickly well received. A dress that was photographed many times at the Bambi marked the first big PR moment. This was soon followed by the first runway show in Munich, then Paris, where Talbot Runhof became an integral part of Fashion Week. 

Today, their designs stand for elegance, craftsmanship and subtle extravagance - worn by women who don't seek the stage, but take it for granted. Stars such as Lady Gaga, Kristen Stewart and Kamala Harris rely on Talbot Runhof, as do numerous fashion houses and retailers worldwide. With flagship boutiques in Munich, Berlin, Düsseldorf and Zurich as well as a strong social commitment, the brand remains true to its roots - and its claim to create fashion beyond the ordinary.

The Designers

Johnny Talbot
Born in 1964 in Nashville, Tennessee, USA, Johnny Talbot initially worked as an electrical engineer and programmer for the US government and later for Radio Free Europe in Munich. After a decisive encounter with Adrian Runhof, he took the bold step into the fashion world and dedicated himself fully to his new career as a fashion designer. Johnny is the creative genius behind the precise, mathematically thought-out and subtly refined construction of every Talbot Runhof dress.

Adrian Runhof
Born in Mainz in 1963, Adrian Runhof grew up in a family of fashion producers and retailers. After studying business administration, he founded his own fashion brand early on and worked as a consultant for national and international fashion companies. His passion for exquisite materials, with which Talbot Runhof works, is reflected in every collection. As a style-defining force, Adrian is in charge of all areas of the Talbot Runhof brand world.