A living tradition - for 4 generations
Halfen is more than a fashion label – Halfen is our family history. For over four generations, we have pursued our craft with passion, dedication, and a clear goal: to create children's clothing that is responsible, durable, and beautiful all at once. What once began as a small knitting mill is today a company that stands for sustainable values – and yet remains deeply rooted in its hometown of Hungenroth.
The Faces Behind the Halfen Brand
Halfen is more than just a brand – we are a family business with a clear stance:
Fashion should be sustainable, skin-friendly, and durable. We design and produce clothing for babies, children, women, and men that not only looks good but also makes sense.
Our values shape every detail: from the yarn to the final seam.
Tine Halfen
Founder | Halfen Store
Fabian Halfen
Managing Director | Halfen Knitwear
Ben Rüdiger
Managing Director | Halfen-Store
Heiner Halfen
Former Managing Director | Halfen Knitwear
Marita Halfen
Former Assistant to the Managing Director | Halfen Knitwear
Anna
Head of Textile Technology | Halfen Knitting Mill
Sina
Brand Manager | Halfen-Store
Anika
Design & Social Media | Halfen Store
Sophie
Product Manager | Halfen Knitwear
Catherine
Product Manager | Halfen Knitwear
Greta
Social Media | Halfen Store
Our materials
At Halfen, we believe: The best material comes from nature.
That's why we exclusively use selected, sustainable fabrics that not only feel pleasant but are also produced responsibly.
In particular, mulesing-free merino wool is at the heart of our collections – it is temperature-regulating, soft, and a sustainable alternative to synthetic fabrics.
All our materials are, of course, GOTS-certified (Global Organic Textile Standard).
Into the future together - with lasting values
Our family promise means to you: When you buy Halfen, you're not just buying clothes. You are consciously choosing a tradition, genuine craftsmanship, and a sustainable path that we walk together.
We stand by this with our name and our history.
And we look forward to accompanying you and your family on this journey.
Sustainability
We only use certified, mulesing-free merino wool and consistently avoid unnecessary chemicals.
Quality
Clothing that grows with you, lasts, and proves itself over generations.
Honesty
We are transparent about our materials, origin, and production.
Community
We listen to our customers, develop products based on real feedback, and remain approachable.
Our Halfen knitting mill in Hungenroth
Our greatest pride: We produce ourselves – in our own knitting factory in Hungenroth.
This is where our collections are created, directly on site, with genuine craftsmanship. While many brands outsource their production abroad, we remain true to our home. Every boiled wool overall, every sweater, every accessory – a piece of craftsmanship from Germany.
Our Halfen Store in Cologne-Rodenkirchen
