The house at a glance
- Founded: 2003, in Bucharest, by Maria Lucia Hohan
- Training: LISAA School of Art and Design, Paris, then fashion illustration in Milan
- Based: Bucharest, Romania
- Recognition: a Maria Lucia Hohan dress worn by Logan Browning was recognised at the 2022 NAACP Image Awards
- Signatures: hand-pleated metallic silk tulle, strapless corset gowns with under-bust cut-outs, lace-up and adjustable backs, and corsetry worn as outerwear
- Fabrics: silk metallic tulle and mousseline, silk satin, silk lurex chiffon, wool suiting and tweed, velvet and latex
Fall 2026: tailoring meets the goddess gown
The newest drop brings suiting into the house. Navy and grey pinstripe, check and houndstooth appear as the Elvira mini, the Christa X corset, the Yuki wide-leg trousers and the oversized Sharun blazer. The gowns move into darker metals: the Huda in Incense with a gold-tone charm at the bust, the Naima in Truffle and the Zephyra in Woodsmoke. Read the full edit in Maria Lucia Hohan Fall 2026.
Editor’s guide: wearing Maria Lucia Hohan
The house cuts close to the body and finishes in shine, so the work is choosing one strong piece and keeping everything else quiet.
1. The metallic gown for black tie
A strapless pleated gown such as the Nadira needs only a fine sandal in the same metal and one earring. Our guide to styling a metallic gown covers shoes, bags and hair.
2. The corset as a top
Wear the Chantal over the Juni satin trousers for evening, then the tweed version under a blazer by day. See the Maria Lucia Hohan corset guide.
3. The wedding
Brides can choose from the Kiomi and Connie veils and the Dalma cape. Guests can pair a gown with its matching Cris shawl for the ceremony. Read the Maria Lucia Hohan wedding guide and how to wear a shawl over an evening gown.
4. The finishing touches
The 55cm Leandra gloves, the Ambra slingbacks and the Kamala bag complete a strapless look. See how to wear long leather gloves.
Sizing: Maria Lucia Hohan cuts French sizes, listed in UK sizes at Coveti
The house cuts in French sizing, usually FR 34 to FR 44, and shows each piece on a 178cm model wearing an FR 34. Many gowns have an adjustable back that gives about one size of play. Full details are in the Maria Lucia Hohan size guide.
| French (FR) | UK (Coveti) | US | Italian (IT) |
|---|---|---|---|
| FR 34 | UK 6 | US 2 | IT 38 |
| FR 36 | UK 8 | US 4 | IT 40 |
| FR 38 | UK 10 | US 6 | IT 42 |
| FR 40 | UK 12 | US 8 | IT 44 |
| FR 42 | UK 14 | US 10 | IT 46 |
| FR 44 | UK 16 | US 12 | IT 48 |
| FR 46 | UK 18 | US 14 | IT 50 |
Every Maria Lucia Hohan guide
- Who Is Maria Lucia Hohan
- Maria Lucia Hohan Size Guide
- Maria Lucia Hohan Fall 2026
- Maria Lucia Hohan Corsets
- Maria Lucia Hohan for Weddings
- Real Maria Lucia Hohan vs a Dupe
- How to Style a Maria Lucia Hohan Gown
- The Maria Lucia Hohan Dress Edit
- Brands Like Maria Lucia Hohan
- How to Style a Metallic Gown
- How to Wear a Shawl Over an Evening Gown
- How to Wear Long Leather Gloves
Frequently asked questions
Who is Maria Lucia Hohan?
Maria Lucia Hohan is a Romanian designer who founded her eveningwear house in Bucharest in 2003, after studying at LISAA in Paris.
What is Maria Lucia Hohan known for?
Hand-pleated metallic silk gowns with boned corset bodices, worn by Beyonce, Jennifer Lopez and Taylor Swift, and corsets designed to be worn as outerwear.
Does Maria Lucia Hohan run true to size?
Start with your usual size. The house cuts French sizes, where an FR 34 is a UK 6, and many gowns have an adjustable back.
What are Maria Lucia Hohan gowns made of?
Most gowns are 100% silk metallic tulle and mousseline. The house lists the fabric on every piece.
How should I care for Maria Lucia Hohan?
The metallic silk pieces are steam refresh only, the wool and satin pieces are dry clean only, and the latex pieces take a gentle dry clean.
Is Maria Lucia Hohan authentic at Coveti?
Yes. Coveti authenticates every Maria Lucia Hohan piece before dispatch and ships worldwide by insured express courier.


