Pretty Yende strahlt bei der Eröffnung von Notre-Dame in Forster Willi-Stickerei
Dezember 2024 – Am Wochenende zog die südafrikanische Sopranistin Pretty Yende bei der feierlichen Neueröffnung der weltberühmten Kathedrale Notre-Dame alle Blicke auf sich. In einer atemberaubenden Dior-Kreation, veredelt mit filigranen St.Galler Stickereien von Forster Willi, vereinte sie musikalische Virtuosität mit meisterhafter Handwerkskunst.
Forster Rohner Lingerie: Exclusive Embroidery Partner for the Return of the Iconic Victoria’s Secret Show in New York
October 2024 – On October 15, 2024, the legendary Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show made its highly anticipated return in New York. Standing alongside the world-renowned lingerie brand was the traditional embroidery company Forster Rohner from St. Gallen. Forster Rohner was exclusively responsible for the intricate lingerie embroideries and textile accessories that captivated the runway, worn by top models such as Kate Moss and Adriana Lima.
Jakob Schlaepfer X BMW: A Symbiosis of Automotive and High Fashion
May 2024 – At the International Film Festival in Cannes, BMW unveiled a unique masterpiece inspired by Naomi Campbell and high-fashion materials. The BMW XM MYSTIQUE ALLURE featured an exterior enhanced with matte Jakob Schlaepfer sequins in a Frozen Metallic look.
Great Interest in the World of Embroidery: The Forster Group Inspiration Day Concludes with Positive Feedback
May 2024 – With over 1,200 free tickets booked, last Saturday’s Inspiration Day, hosted by Forster Rohner, Jakob Schlaepfer, Inter-Spitzen, FRTI, and Biontec, attracted a large and enthusiastic audience. Textile enthusiasts from across Switzerland, along with family members and friends of the staff, flocked to the freshly renovated Creative House to gain an insider's view of the Forster Group’s work and experience the diversity of embroidery up close.
Embroidery, Fashion, High-Tech: Inspiration Day at the Newly Renovated Creative House
March 2024 – What does Princess Diana’s dress, a Victoria’s Secret bra, and a high-tech drone have in common? They’re all made with St. Gallen embroidery! How is that possible? Forster Rohner, Jakob Schlaepfer, Inter-Spitzen, and Biontec will demonstrate exactly that on May 4, 2024, at the newly renovated Creative House of the Forster Group.
Jakob Schlaepfer and Forster Willi Creations for Haute Couture Spring 2024 & Prêt-à-Porter Fall/Winter 2024-2025 in Milan and Paris
March 2024 – Once again, a multitude of sophisticated creations by Forster Willi and Jakob Schlaepfer graced the runways at Haute Couture Spring 2024 and the recently concluded Prêt-à-Porter Fashion Week Fall/Winter 2024-2025 in Milan and Paris. These collections highlighted the brands' signature blend of intricate craftsmanship and innovative design, setting new trends in the world of fashion.
The Embroidery for Lady Diana's Most Expensive Auctioned Evening Gown Comes from St.Gallen
December 2023 – In December, an evening gown worn by Diana, Princess of Wales, was auctioned off in Hollywood for nearly $1.15 million – a record-breaking price for one of her dresses. The fabric for the gown was designed in 1983 by St.Gallen-based textile manufacturer Jakob Schlaepfer. It features Schiffli embroidery in a star pattern, adorned with applied glass stones.
Weit über 100 Kinderfestgeschichten für St.Galler Stickerei eingereicht
November 2023 – Bis zu zwei Meter St.Galler Stickerei gegen die schönsten Geschichten vom Kinderfest: Die St.Galler Bevölkerung nahm diese Challenge der Stickereihersteller Forster Rohner, Jakob Schlaepfer, Inter-Spitzen sowie dem Couture-Atelier „Die Manufaktur“ an und reichte in den vergangenen Wochen über 100 Geschichten ein. Die Teilnehmenden konnten nun anfangs Woche die kostenlosen Stickereien für ihr nächstes Kinderfestoutfit aussuchen und abholen.
Forster Willi and Jakob Schlaepfer creations for Milan & Paris Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2024
October 2023 - At the Milan and Paris Fashion Weeks Spring/Summer 2024, Forster Willi and Jakob Schlaepfer once again convinced the international fashion design elite with their sophisticated creations. Changing fashion trends are already being felt by the St.Gallen textile manufacturers through their orders.
St.Gallen embroidery for the Victoria's Secret World Tour 2023
September 2023 - For the Victoria's Secret World Tour 2023, which will celebrate its premiere on September 26, the St.Gallen embroidery manufacturers Forster Rohner and Jakob Schlaepfer were allowed to create numerous embroideries in a unique partnership with Victoria's Secret. The creations are worn by top models such as Candice Swanepoel and Winnie Harlow.
Textile Kinderfestaktion: Die Stickereiunternehmen der Forster Group und das Couture-Atelier „Die Manufaktur“ spannen zusammen
August 2023 – Um der Stickereitradition am 200-jährigen Jubiläum des St.Galler Kinderfests 2024 eine besondere Bedeutung beizumessen, lancieren die Stickereihersteller Forster Rohner, Jakob Schlaepfer, Inter-Spitzen sowie das Couture-Atelier „Die Manufaktur“ gemeinsam eine Aktion. Wer ab heute sein schönstes Kinderfesterlebnis einsendet, erhält kostenlos bis zu zwei Meter hochwertige St.Galler Stickerei für das persönliche Kinderfest-Outfit. Die besten Geschichten werden zusätzlich mit einem massgeschneiderten Kinderfest-Kleid oder einem Nähworkshop der Manufaktur gekürt.
Forster Rohner is new sponsor of swimmer Christian Schreiber
July 2023 - Forster Rohner AG is the new sponsor of national team swimmer Christian Schreiber for the next two years. The 21-year-old from St.Gallen will be taking part in the Open Water World Championships in Fukuoka, Japan, in mid-July and is also aiming to make it to the 2024 Summer Olympics.
Forster Rohner wins the LEADER Digital Award 2023
May 2023 - With its globally unique digital embroidery workflow, Forster Rohner AG wins the LEADER Digital Award 2023 in the "Business" category. "Forster Rohner has succeeded in an exemplary manner in thinking a traditional company into the future," praises the prominent jury.