2025.08.18

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Looking to make your time at home feel a little more special? Enter KONTERFEIT, a luxury loungewear brand from Vancouver, Canada, here to grant that wish.

With slippers that feel like a hug from a teddy bear and robes like being wrapped in a plush rug, a weekend with these pieces is an experience in lavish, almost whimsical, comfort.

We sat down with James Lam, founder of KONTERFEIT, to discuss the philosophy and creative spirit behind his brand, which champions the unique concept of 'Cozy Couture.'

PROFILE

James Lam

Founder of KONTERFEIT

Creative Origins: The Contrast of 'Adventure' and 'Comfort'

"I made a conscious choice to fuse luxury with comfort, and artistry with practicality, all at once."

That's how James defines his brand, KONTERFEIT.

Growing up in Vancouver, Canada, he was an active kid who loved snowboarding down mountains. But on rainy days, he'd immerse himself in sketching and crafting indoors. Adventure and serenity, strength and softness—he has always found beauty in these opposing forces.