Our origins
Graubünden roots
Muntagnard is Romansh and means "mountaineer". The name represents our roots in Graubünden, for clarity, proximity to nature, and the aspiration to create products that last a long time.
An outside perspective
Muntagnard did not emerge from the classic textile industry. Our founders come from strategy and sustainability consulting. This background shapes us to this day: We don't view clothing as a fleeting trend, but as a system of conscious decisions.
From the outset, we asked questions that often seemed alien to the industry:
- Which materials make sense for years to come?
- How do we design a garment as simply and clearly as possible?
- When is a design truly finished?
We call this structured approach Swiss by Design. It is the search for the right solution for us, beyond short-lived trends.
The beginning: Swiss wool
Our journey began with the realization that the wool of the Swiss Alpine sheep was hardly being used anymore.
With our first product, the LANA Coat, we reinterpreted this raw material. Together with partners in Switzerland and Italy, we developed our own fabric that combines the natural robustness of the wool with a modern feel. Made in Rothenthurm (SZ), LANA still showcases our core values today: short distances, natural materials, and quality you can rely on.
Material as a Driving Force
With LEGNA, we have consistently continued our material development. The goal was a garment that combines maximum comfort with nature-based innovation.
The result is a T-shirt made entirely from wood-based fibers. The focus was on material, comfort, and circularity.
Today, LEGNA is one of our most popular products and an indispensable part of the Muntagnard range.
Continuity as a guiding principle
Whether we work with wool, wood fibers, regenerative cotton, or functional materials like those used in MIUtec: every step is part of an ongoing engagement with material and craftsmanship. We see our collection as a growing selection of classics that we constantly refine, but never change without reason.
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