About Us
Our Story
Bernardo was founded by Stuart Pollack in Montreal, a cosmopolitan city that knows a thing or two about winters, and great style.
Stuart and our Bernardo team saw a need for an outerwear concept that provided consumers both superior weather protection along with elevated designs. Because one should not come at the expense of the other. And so Bernardo (named after Stuart’s son) was born.
Identifying a market in North America for fashion with the same level of design, taste and style found in Europe, the company signature became trend-right fashions with an international design sensibility.
Disruptive and stylishly on point, the brand expanded quickly, relocating to NYC in 1995. New York is our home and inspiration as we design and innovate for consumers around the world.
We are constantly asking how we can do more and make things better, from the perfect, insulated lightweight puffer to how we can make our entire product journey better for the planet.
Outerwear is our foundation, Craftsmanship is our signature
At Bernardo, every piece is guided by the same principles: refined fit,meticulous detail, responsibility and quality that stands the test of time.
With over 45 years in the industry, Bernardo has grown into a leading outerwear brand known for functional fashion and design innovationsin comfort, fit and sustainability. We are inspired by and design for the dynamic woman who moves through the world with intention.
Craftsmanship
Bernardo represents modern craftsmanship born in New York, a city that values discipline, design,and momentum. Our approach blends the rigor of tailoring with the rhythm of urban life, creating outerweardefined by clarity, quality and confidence.
We only have one planet and we need to nurture it and protect it.
Our journey towards sustainability and circularity is one of learning and growing, and we lean into knowledge partners.
We are intentional in our designs, using as many eco-friendly fabrics, fills, and resources as possible in our process. We have also taken strong action to protect animals by stopping fur and animal down.
Eco-SmartOuterwear
At the core of everything we do is perfect the art of designing outerwear that gives people the comfort, freedom and style confidence to be and do more.
We continue to innovate around all the ways outerwear can elevate and boost the everyday by blending technical and functional innovations with elevated, fashion design.
"We embrace new eco-minded fabrics and fills that bring new features and benefits to our customers including stretch, easy-care options, and adaptive temperature options."
Sustainable Focus; Now, Tomorrow, Always.
We only have one planet and we need to nurture it and protect it. Our journey towards sustainability and circularity is one of learning and growing, and we lean into knowledge partners.
We are intentional in our designs, using as many eco-friendly fabrics, fills, and resources as possible in our process. We have also taken strong action to protect animals by stopping fur and animal down.
