REDEFINING LUXURY. DEFINING TRUE SUSTAINABILITY.
Tengri fabrics are made with rare natural fibres from the most remote corners of the world, sustainably sourced via our transparent supply chain.
A NATURAL FABRIC INNOVATION COMPANY
True luxury is defined by quality and provenance. The finest fabrics – and the stories behind them.
And true sustainability? Sourcing regenerative, noble fibres respectfully, and in a way that is transparent, beneficial and led by the world’s last nomadic mountain communities involved as our partners. This is the Tengri way.
OUR FOUNDER’S STORY
Tengri is the brainchild of Nancy Johnston, who became fascinated by the relationship between people, animals and the land while travelling in Mongolia.
That’s where she wrote the original Tengri business plan, on the back of a chocolate wrapper.
Back in London, Nancy founded Tengri by building a dynamic network of highly experienced experts in fibre and yarn technology, fabric production and sustainability.
NOBLE FABRICS,
NOBLE FIBRES
Ethically sourced rare natural fibres. Transformed into exquisitely soft fabrics by our technological innovation. Uncompromising sustainable style for luxury tailoring, fashion and interior design.
FABRICS
APPAREL
HOME INTERIORS
BEHIND THE LABEL
Unveiling the fabric of our community. Stories from Tengri experts, discussing everything from heritage craftsmanship and preserving traditions to pioneering innovative new approaches.
Featuring R Gledhill, Spinners of Fine Woollen Yarns
Peter Gledhill explains how his family’s commitment to top-quality British craftsmanship has helped them to produce some of the world’s finest cloths for more than 70 years.
Featuring House of Cheviot
With more than 50 years’ industry experience and technical know-how in noble yarns, Robin Deas of the House of Cheviot offers unique insights into quality craftsmanship.
CONVERSATIONS
From East to West, explore diverse perspectives from Tengri and our community of friends around the world.
IN THE NEWS
“Tengri is working with yak fibre which is said to have a lighter ecological footprint (than goats) because they graze the top of grass, rather than eat from the roots, allowing the soil to remain intact and wildlife to co-exist.”
“British label Tengri is introducing the use of Mongolian yak hair as an alternative for cashmere. Knits from yak are just as soft and durable as the premium fabric.”
“[Tengri] has equipped Savile Row tailor Huntsman with a limited edition supply of fabric, enabling the discerning gent to commission a bespoke coat from yak fibre ethically sourced in Mongolia, spun in Yorkshire and designed and made in London.”
Our work reflects a deep-rooted and enduring respect for nature, preserving cultural heritage while pioneering new approaches for the future. See our journey captured by CNN.
MORE THAN JUST A LABEL
Tengri has received numerous awards and international recognition for our work as a collective movement rooted in a deep respect for nature, conservation and global partnerships.
These include the SUSTAINIA Top 100 Sustainable Business Solutions, supporting four UN Sustainable Development Goals, and being selected by the Business of Fashion, Textiles and Technology (BFTT) Creative R&D Partnership to benefit from a 5-year industry-led project to support sustainable growth and innovation.
Tengri founder Nancy Johnston is a recipient of the Asian Women of Achievement Entrepreneur Award, and is one of Grant Thornton’s 100 Faces of a Vibrant Economy.
