AYA

Aya is a fine contemporary sustainable fashion brand founded by Nasreen Sheikh in the United Kingdom. Nasreen, a survivor of childhood slavery and social entrepreneur, brings lived experience to transforming the textile industry into a safe place for women workers. Aya specializes in 100% regenerative organic Pima cotton clothing and alpaca wool pieces, free from all plastics and synthetic chemicals. The brand uses plant-based natural dyes rooted in ancestral techniques and innovative EcoPrint technology where nature directly imprints designs on fabric. All production occurs entirely in Peru, from spinning and knitting to finishing and garment making, minimizing carbon footprint. Aya garments never shed microplastics and return only what nature created. The brand pioneered being the first completely plastic-free fashion brand through rigorous innovation and transparency. Aya's mission focuses on creating non-toxic, plastic-free clothing for future generations. With commitment to environmental responsibility and worker empowerment, Aya has established itself as a notable sustainable fashion brand dedicated to ethical production and planetary healing.AYM Studio is a fine contemporary ethical fashion brand founded by Alie Mackintosh and based in London, United Kingdom since 2012. Alie started the label during her final year of university using scrap fabrics purchased for just £14, reflecting humble beginnings with hands-on design and making. The brand creates conscious clothing empowering both wearers and makers, handmade in London by expert craftspeople who are paid living wages. AYM specializes in solution-driven design addressing women's specific needs: generous pockets, fully lined garments, built-in bras and shorts, and adjustable waistlines. All pieces are expertly crafted to fit beautifully and stand the test of time through quality materials and thoughtful construction. Recognized with the King's Award for Enterprise (Britain's highest business honor), AYM works with three London factories including family-run businesses with 15+ years experience. The brand emphasizes intentional design over seasonal trends, creating versatile pieces for any life chapter. With commitment to sustainability and slow fashion principles, AYM has established itself as a notable ethical fashion brand celebrating British craftsmanship.