STORY OF HAJ

Haj Gueye is the Founder and Chief Creative Officer of Maison de Haj, a luxury bespoke fashion house defined by uncompromising craftsmanship, cultural heritage, and a disciplined commitment to sustainability. Based in Chicago with a global footprint, Maison de Haj stands at the intersection of refined luxury, innovation, and purposeful legacy.

A master craftsman and visionary builder, Gueye has dedicated his career to perfecting bespoke tailoring and luxury accessories with obsessive attention to detail, fit, and integrity. Maison de Haj works with advanced nitro fiber–based fabrics and natural materials selected for their durability, performance, and reduced environmental impact. This intentional approach reflects Gueye’s deep commitment to sustainability, ensuring every garment is engineered to last—not only in style, but in substance.

Each Maison de Haj creation—bespoke suits, tuxedos, footwear, belts, and bags, including select pieces crafted from genuine exotic skins—is produced in limited quantities and built with precision. The house honors traditional hand craftsmanship while embracing responsible innovation. For Gueye, true luxury is defined by longevity, restraint, and respect for the resources used to create something exceptional.

Beyond fashion, Gueye’s work is anchored in service. Since 1998, he has led one of the most impactful philanthropic initiatives in the luxury space, donating over 34,000 bespoke suits to young men and women across Chicago, Senegal, and underserved communities worldwide. His mission is rooted in dignity, empowerment, and the belief that opportunity begins with confidence.

With deep ties to Senegal and long-standing relationships across the United States, Europe, and Asia, Gueye operates globally, bridging culture, commerce, and development. His leadership extends beyond the atelier into international partnerships and advisory initiatives focused on sustainable growth, community advancement, and long-term economic impact.

Honored by institutions such as Columbia College Chicago, where his work has been featured in public exhibitions, Haj Gueye continues to build Maison de Haj as a modern luxury house, guided by craftsmanship, conscience, and legacy.

Maison de Haj is not a trend.

It is responsibility, refinement, and permanence.