Libre Clothing
| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Apparel |
| Founded | 2008 |
| Founder | Megan Stengel, Tess Schuster, Mandy Eckman, Bethany Skaff |
Area served | United States |
| Products | Sweaters, sweatshirts, sweatpants designed for dialysis and chemotherapy patients |
Libre Clothing is a apparel brand created specifically for individuals undergoing dialysis and chemotherapy treatments who require clothing that offers both warmth and ease during their medical procedures. The garments incorporate discreet zipper openings that provide access to ports or infusion sites located on the arm, upper thigh, or chest area. Libre focuses on producing cozy sweaters, sweatshirts, and sweatpants designed with the unique needs of patients in mind. The company collaborates with hospitals, dialysis centers, and the National Kidney Foundation to raise awareness of its innovative apparel. Additionally, five percent of all sales are donated to affiliated charitable organizations. The term Libre symbolizes both the functional garment openings and the sense of liberation experienced by those wearing the clothing.
History
Established in 2008 by Megan Stengel, Tess Schuster, Mandy Eckman, and Bethany Skaff—each having personal ties to individuals receiving dialysis or chemotherapy—Libre Clothing originated from Stengel’s mother customizing her own wardrobe for treatment comfort. The founders were students at Miami University's Page Center for Entrepreneurship when they introduced the initial Libre product line in 2009.