Lager 157 was founded in Gällstad, Sweden in 1999. Gällstad is a small town with a long history of textile development and production, located in the heart of Sjuhärad, Sweden's textile mecca. 

In the 1960s, there were many sewing factories, knitting mills, and weaving mills in this area. In the 1970s, the Sjuhärad region was the center of Swedish denim production, with over 100 factories.

Sweden's leading jeans brands produced durable garments here, made to be worn many times.

We proudly carry on this tradition. A deep interest in denim and basics is rooted in us. This means we preserve and develop knowledge here in the area for future generations. Still in Gällstad. Still in an old sewing factory from the 1960s.

157 comes from the number of the road that runs right outside the office.