Philipp Plein Biography: Wife, Age, Children, Height, Net Worth, Parents, Shoes, Watch, Jeans

Biography

Philipp Plein (born Philipp Patrick Hannes Plein on February 16, 1978, in Munich, Germany) is a renowned German fashion designer and entrepreneur, renowned for his bold, maximalist aesthetic blending rock ‘n’ roll edge with luxury excess.

After briefly studying law at the University of Erlangen-Nuremberg, he dropped out to pursue design, starting with luxury dog beds and stainless steel furniture in the late 1990s.

In 1998, he founded the Philipp Plein International Group in Munich (now headquartered in Lugano, Switzerland as the Plein Group), initially focusing on accessories before launching his eponymous fashion label in 2004 with embroidered military jackets featuring Swarovski skulls.

Plein expanded rapidly, acquiring the Billionaire brand in 2016 and launching Plein Sport and Plein Golf. His runway shows—featuring rollercoasters, monster trucks, and pyrotechnics—have become legendary spectacles at Milan Fashion Week, polarizing critics while captivating a global clientele.

The Plein Group operates over 95 monobrand stores, boasts annual revenues exceeding €200 million, and ventures into NFTs and metaverse real estate, with Plein‘s net worth estimated at €800 million.

A tattooed provocateur often likened to fashion’s “Andrew Tate,” he lives by a creed of rule-breaking fun, fathering four sons and embodying his brand’s flashy ethos.

German fashion designer
Philipp Plein
Wiki Facts & About Data
Real Name:	Philipp Patrick Hannes Plein
Stage Name:	Philipp Plein
Born:	16 February 1978 (age 47 years old)
Place of Birth:	Munich, Germany
Nationality:	German
Education:	Schule Schloss Salem, University of Erlangen-Nuremberg
Height:	178 cm
Parents:	Hanne Plein-Dieth, Gunter Plein, Klaus Michael-Dieth
Siblings:	Gloria Epstein Plein
Spouse:	Not Married
Girlfriend • Partner:	Fernanda Rigon (2010), Lucia Bartoli (2018-2019), Andreea Sasu (2010), Lindsay Lohan (2011), Morgan Osman (2017-2019), Justyna Gradek (2018)
Children:	Romeo Plein, Halo Ocean Plein, Rouge Sky Galaxy Plein, Hurricane Thor Thunder Plein
Occupation:	Fashion Designer • Entrepreneur
Net Worth:	$900 million (USD)

Early Life & Education

Philipp Patrick Hannes Plein was born on February 16, 1978, in Munich, Bavaria, Germany, to a well-to-do family.

He holds German nationality and is of German ethnicity, with him being a Christian.

His mother, Hanne Plein-Dieth, worked as a housewife, while his biological father, Gunter Plein, was a doctor who struggled with alcohol addiction and left the family when Philipp was three years old.

Following the divorce, his mother remarried another doctor, Klaus Michael-Dieth, who became his stepfather. Some sources refer to his upbringing involving a heart surgeon or cardiologist, likely alluding to his stepfather’s profession.

Plein has one known sibling, a younger sister named Gloria Epstein Plein, born on October 7, 1987.

During his early years, Plein developed a strong interest in art, architecture, and foreign cultures, shaped by his education in Switzerland and Germany.

He attended the elite boarding school Schule Schloss Salem in Germany, graduating in 1998.

Afterwards, he enrolled in law studies at the University of Erlangen-Nuremberg (Friedrich Alexander University) but dropped out without completing his degree to pursue entrepreneurial ventures in design and furniture.

This early pivot marked the beginning of his unconventional path in the fashion and luxury industries.

Career

Philipp Plein’s rise in the world of luxury fashion began in the late 1990s, when he started designing high-end dog beds and stainless-steel furniture, using leftover leather from his family’s furniture business.

What began as a creative side project quickly evolved into a brand. In 1998, he founded the Philipp Plein International Group in Munich, Germany — later relocating its headquarters to Lugano, Switzerland, where it became known as the Plein Group.

Initially focused on premium accessories, the company soon pivoted toward fashion, marking the beginning of Plein’s bold and extravagant empire.

His first major breakthrough came in 2004 with the launch of his eponymous fashion label. The debut collection featured military-style jackets adorned with Swarovski crystal skulls, establishing what would become his unmistakable aesthetic — a blend of rebellion, luxury, and rock ’n’ roll glamour. This daring approach quickly attracted attention from both fashion insiders and celebrity clientele, positioning Plein as a designer unafraid to challenge convention.

Over the next two decades, Plein expanded his brand into menswear, womenswear, and childrenswear, eventually acquiring Billionaire in 2016, a brand catering to ultra-wealthy clients.

He also introduced Plein Sport, the first luxury athleticwear line, and Plein Golf, reinforcing his reputation for innovation within the high-end fashion sector. Known for his spectacular runway shows — complete with monster trucks, rollercoasters, and live performances — Plein became as famous for his showmanship as for his designs. Though often polarizing among critics, his theatrical presentations drew global attention and solidified his image as fashion’s ultimate provocateur.

By 2025, the Plein Group operated over 95 monobrand boutiques worldwide, generating annual revenues exceeding €200 million. Never one to shy away from new technology, Plein also embraced digital innovation, launching NFT collections, investing in metaverse real estate, and exploring AI-powered fashion experiences, keeping his brand relevant in the evolving luxury landscape.

His clientele includes global stars such as Cristiano Ronaldo, Floyd Mayweather, and Naomi Campbell, all drawn to his unapologetically extravagant designs. Despite facing legal disputes with brands like Gucci and Dolce & Gabbana over trademark issues, Plein’s self-made empire — valued at roughly €800 million — stands as a testament to his fearless vision, entrepreneurial grit, and disruptive influence on modern luxury fashion.

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Personal Life

Philipp Plein, born on February 16, 1978, is currently 47 years old. Standing at approximately 5 feet 10 inches (178 cm) tall, he has maintained a high-profile personal life marked by multiple relationships but no known marriages.

Plein has never been publicly reported as married, with all his romantic involvements described in terms of girlfriends and ex-girlfriends, often intertwined with his role as a father.

Some media speculation, including unverified rumours on platforms like TikTok, has alluded to infidelity or a “wife” in 2024. Still, these appear unsubstantiated, as reliable sources consistently refer to partners rather than spouses.

Plein is a father to four sons from different relationships, emphasizing his commitment to co-parenting and family despite separations. His children include: Romeo Plein (born around 2014, approximately 11 years old), his eldest son with Brazilian model Fernanda Rigon, with whom he separated shortly after the birth, with Rigon raising Romeo primarily in Brazil.

Halo Ocean Plein (born around 2022, approximately 3 years old) and Rouge Sky Galaxy Plein (born October 2023, approximately 2 years old), both with Italian influencer Lucia Bartoli. Hurricane Thor Thunder Plein (born July 6, 2024, approximately 1 year old), with Romanian model Andreea Sasu.

Plein has described his family dynamic as a harmonious “patchwork” setup, where he remains actively involved with all his children, often prioritizing their well-being over romantic ties. He has publicly stated his intention for his sons to inherit and succeed in his business empire.

His dating history is characterized by high-profile, on-and-off relationships with models and influencers, often playing out publicly on social media and amid media scrutiny.

Notable partners include: Lindsay Lohan, a brief encounter reported in 2011. Fernanda Rigon, an early 2010s relationship leading to the birth of their son, ending soon after.

Andreea Sasu, a long-term, tumultuous on-and-off partner since at least the mid-2010s; Plein once sued her (details unspecified in sources), but they reconciled multiple times, including in 2019 after other splits, and as of mid-2024, she is described as his ex-girlfriend turned current partner again, with whom he welcomed their son.

Morgan Osman, dated for about two years (approximately 2017–2019), with an additional three-month reconciliation, met through mutual friends; the relationship involved intense work collaboration on his brand, lavish but controlling dynamics, and multiple breakups due to isolation, power struggles, and infidelity suspicions involving Sasu; Osman detailed it as a “golden prison” in her blog, highlighting public harassment and her eventual focus on independence.

Justyna Gradek, briefly dated around late 2018, ending in early 2019 amid reports of Plein rebounding to an ex. Lucia Bartoli, a five-year relationship starting around 2018–2019, resulting in two sons. They first broke up in March 2023, attempted reconciliation during her pregnancy with their second child, but ended the romantic aspect by October 2023, continuing as close friends and co-parents, with Bartoli living nearby; Plein has praised their peaceful dynamic and mutual respect.

Plein‘s relationships often overlap with his flashy, jet-setting lifestyle, drawing both admiration and controversy, including public breakups and reconciliations shared via Instagram.

As of the latest available information in 2024–2026, he appears to be in a renewed partnership with Andreea Sasu while maintaining amicable ties with other exes for co-parenting.

Net Worth

Philipp Plein‘s net worth is estimated at approximately $900 million, primarily derived from his luxury fashion empire, the Plein Group, which generates annual revenues exceeding €200 million.

His wealth stems from his eponymous brand, acquisitions like Billionaire, and ventures into Plein Sport, Plein Golf, NFTs, and metaverse real estate, bolstered by over 95 monobrand stores worldwide.