About Liebaert

FINEST QUALITY FABRICS,
MADE IN BELGIUM

EST. 1887

EXCELLENCE SERVING EXPERTISE

For over a century, the Liebaert family has built up a valuable treasure of savoir-faire by investing both in highly skilled team members and state of the art technology. This vision, which puts creativity at the forefront in the manufacture of premium quality textiles, has earned Liebaert a high-ranking spot at the very top of the European fashion industry. Quality has always been the very first concern for Liebaert.

Today, the company is renown throughout our industry for its ability to develop and manufacture unique products. Furthermore, our dyeing and printing techniques are widely prized, as is our commitment to produce environmentally friendly fabrics, which has been lauded with an ISO14001 and ISO 50001 certificate. Our flexible production philosophy, with integrated dyeing and printing, makes us a real ‘one stop shop’ in the heart of Europe.

1887: Marcel Liebaert founds
Liebaert Textiles in Deinze.

At first, the Liebaert Company specialises in the production
of elastic ribbons and suspenders.

1914: Henri Liebaert, the 18 year old son of Marcel,
volunteers during World War and joins the war effort
for 4 years at the front at Ypres.

Henri and Robert Liebaert, the founder's two sons,
rebuild the factory after it was destroyed by artillery
fire during WOI.

1926: Liebaert decides to expand the business and build
a second factory which specialises in elastic ribbons
for women's corsetry.

1960: the third generation , André and Jean Liebaert,
join the company.

1962: Production of a third factory specialised in the
production of elastic Rachel knits.

1965: Liebaert is one of the first European companies
to work with Lycra fibre.

1980: the concepts "stylist" and "trends"
are introduced within the company.

1987: Liebaert celebrates its 100 years anniversary

1989: the fourth generation makes its move.
Alain Liebaert joins the company.

1999: the family character is once again
confirmed. Pierre Liebaert (also fourth generation)
joins the ranks.

2008: the beginning of the digital print era.

2011: Creation of our famous Nanostitch fabrics.
The finest warp knits in the world

2011: Elected designer of the year by Eurovet

2012: blowing out 125 candles.

2013: new department rotational printing.

2016: The Liebaert team is joined by the fifth generation, Alain Liebaert's son Mathieu.

2017: Investment in a brand new garment making lab.

2019: Liebaert continues its vertical integration with the launch of its own athleisure wear brand Recto Verso.
, a mixture between the classy and bold, adventurous lifestyle of the Liebaert family.

2021: After 6 years of research together with the University of Ghent RV-ELITE is launched.
A high-end compression wear brand that has scientifically proven to enhance the performance
and improve the recovery of athletes.

2022: We continue to improve our quality and sustainability measures by obtaining a STeP
and DETOX TO ZERO certification. Becoming one of the most certified companies in the industry.

2023: We continue to invest in more sustainable solutions and install 1600 solar panels.

FACTS & FIGURES

Innovation is key, which is why our lab develops over 3000 new colors every year.

5 generations

To say the love for textile runs in the family is clearly an understatement.

350

+350 products

We produce over
350 different products
between our fabrics and narrow’s mill

+10% INVESTMENT

10% of our turnover is reinvested every year into new machinery and technology

3000

+3000 New colors

Innovation is key, which is why our lab develops over 3000 new colors every year.

+75% custom made

Custom made is not a hollow phrase to us
more than 75% of what we make
is tailored to the needs of our customers.

We believe that the high quality fabrics that Liebaert provides us and their incredible knowledge and professionalism have allowed us to immediately make a difference in the world of performance wear.
Olivia Borlée, Olympian gold medalist and Founder 4254
Liebaert has always been a long time partner for our company. Every season, their innovative materials and their reactive and creative team contributes to the quality of our products. An adventure which is not close from ending.
Pascel Rénaux, Creative Director Maison Lejaby
The Liebaert collections are the most creative in the knitting industry, their color ranges are always attractive and give a good vision of the season.
Eric Leroy, Designer Empreinte Lingerie
"The Liebaert company combines creativity with innovation and excellent quality. Their in-house designers have an excellent taste and their team is always ready to help us with new developments."
Marlies Vesters, Lead Designer Empreinte Lingerie
"Liebaert is one of those innovative companies that is constantly on the move. They go for the best, are always ahead of the trends and work with the latest technologies. No wonder we've been working with them since more than 20 years."
Cerecare, French company specialised in medical compression garments
"Liebaert has been our preferred partner for decades. They understand how we think and what we need. Great to develop new things together!"
Lieve Vermeire, Brand Design Manager Marie Jo

LIEBAERT NEWS

🌸 Introducing Elegance Redefined: Our Enchanting Lingerie Collection Summer 25
Dive into a world of sensuality and comfort as we unveil our latest marvel – a collection that encapsulates the essence of passion and allure. Our new line of elastic fabrics
Mathieu
12 September, 2023
Winter Collection 24: Bohemian winterland
Our new lingerie collection for winter 24 is out. Join us on this bohemian voyage inspired by oriental and Indian influences.
Mathieu
13 July, 2022
Discover the Liebaert world at Techtextil Frankfurt
Next week we will be showcasing our latest developments at the Techtextil fair in Frankfurt. Discover the Liebaert world from Tuesday the 21st until Friday the 24th of June, at the
Mathieu
17 June, 2022