About Us
We create joyful knitwear that blends tradition with a contemporary, expressive approach, thoughtfully designed and crafted with care in Northern Ireland.
Hope Macaulay is a family-run, woman-owned contemporary fashion brand, founded by textile designer Hope Macaulay on the North Coast of Northern Ireland.
Founded in 2020, what began as Hope knitting pieces from her bedroom has grown into a network of 23 skilled knitters working from home across Northern Ireland, helping to preserve traditional craftsmanship.
Hope is best known for her signature Colossal Knit Cardigan. Rather than following traditional patterns, she developed her own technique — hand-processing yarn to achieve a distinctive thickness, then knitting entirely by hand without needles. Today, these pieces are brought to life by her team of knitters using responsibly sourced materials, including premium merino wool.
Each piece is designed as a wearable work of art, full of colour and feeling.
Hope’s designs have been featured in leading publications including Vogue, GQ, Sports Illustrated, Vanity Fair and The New York Times, and worn by names such as Gigi Hadid, Naomi Osaka, Jennifer Hudson, Lisa and Rosalía. She was also recognised on the Forbes 30 Under 30 list.
Despite its global reach, the brand remains rooted in Northern Ireland. By supporting Hope Macaulay, you are supporting a community of skilled makers and a more considered, local approach to fashion - rooted in craftsmanship, creativity, and care.