About Lara

About the Brand

Lara New York is a luxury formalwear house founded in 1982 with a simple belief: when a woman has something important to celebrate, she deserves a dress that feels as exceptional as the moment itself.

What began as a family business became a lifelong craft—refined over decades through fabric selection, fit development, and meticulous construction. In 2012, siblings Herman and Jasmine stepped in to carry the brand forward, modernizing Lara for a new generation and launching Lara.com to bring our designs directly to women everywhere.

Today, Lara New York is known for Mother of the Bride, bridal, prom, and cocktail pieces designed to photograph beautifully, move effortlessly, and fit with confidence. Our signature is detail: intricate beadwork, flattering structure, and intentional design that elevates every silhouette.

Fit is our first luxury

We design with the understanding that the most powerful look is the one that feels effortless on your body. That’s why Lara New York is proudly size-inclusive, offering 00–26, with patterns and proportions thoughtfully developed to support and flatter—not simply scaled up or down.

Designed for milestones

From the aisle to the after-party, from gala nights to graduation celebrations, Lara pieces are created for women stepping into meaningful roles—brides, mothers, guests, graduates, and everyone dressing for a once-in-a-lifetime memory.

A family legacy, made modern

Lara New York remains family-owned, built on craftsmanship, consistency, and care. We obsess over the details because we know the feeling matters: the moment you zip it, the way you stand taller, the way you look in the mirror and think—this is it.

Welcome to Lara.

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