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Founder and designer Lela Orr leans on a mannequin covered with fabric. She is wearing a lace mock neck turtleneck of her design.

ABOUT // Ferrah is a New Orleans-based womenswear brand designed by Lela Orr. After initial study in Psychology, Lela completed her undergraduate study in Business and International Development from Tulane University and continued her postgraduate education at Parsons School of Design, also earning a degree in Fashion Design. After years working for several New York-based designers, Lela founded Ferrah, to create high fashion with reduced carbon footprint. Soon after, Lela’s design work first gained national recognition after competing on Project Runway.

The word “Ferrah” comes from the Arabic root f-r-h for “joy.” The brand name embodies the company's ethos and ultimate goal: to bring clients joy through the art of dress.

Initially limited to capsule collections, Ferrah now produces custom bridal and special occasion-wear for clients around the world. Ferrah also produce annual collections focusing on bridal and statement pieces.

Ferrah designs with the goal of creating timeless and season-less collections in natural textiles and innovative sustainable materials. Learn more about our sustainable practices here. Ferrah is also proud to offer size-inclusive collections as each garment is made-to-order. Custom measurements or order inquiries may be submitted using our form here or book an appointment here.

Each Ferrah piece is proudly made in New Orleans, Louisiana.