OUR STORY
We at ZARAMIA AVA want to help you make a difference, have a clear conscience whilst shopping, be part of something bigger than disposable fashion.
Our brand gives you freedom, you are the stylists, wear the garments how you want. There are no rules here, express yourself. Our clothing empowers you, giving you the armour you need to show your confidence. ZARAMIA AVA is guilt free clothing at its finest, that is handmade locally with passion.
Sustainability is a core value to us, using end of rolls fabrics, that would have otherwise gone to landfill. Our organic fabrics are ethical, avoiding chemicals and pesticides, which is beneficial for the farmers, workers, consumers and eco systems. We also use high performance organic bamboo fabrics which has great properties such as antibacterial, thermal control and uv protection.
The garments are all very versatile they can be used for interchangeable pieces in a capsule collection. Being part of the ZARAMIA AVA brand guides you to help build a better world, avoiding mass production. Creating ethical contemporary fashion, that won’t harm the environment, workers or animals.
THE FOUNDER
Zara-Mia Ava was born in Leeds. Studied at Leeds College of Art.
Zara-Mia completed a BA (Hons) Fashion Degree Graduating with a First Class Honors. Along with a National (extended) diploma Fashion Clothing and Design with a Distinction, and a Level 1 & 2 Diploma in Art & Design (BTEC) with a Distinction Star.
Zara-Mia has a distinctive approach to fashion this is shown throughout her Collections. Functional and versatile fundamentals are imbedded in the design. A key element is that the majority of the garments are multipurpose; one garment can be worn in various ways giving options to the wearer. The garments also have practical aspects using enhanced fabrics.
The intricate pattern cutting is a key feature in Zara-Mia's designs. The attention to detail is shown by the use of traditional tailoring techniques, which brings back the value of hand-sewn aspects.
Majority of the products are Made in England.
Zara-Mia Ava produces exclusive garments in short runs of fabric, in a variety of styles.
IDENTITY LOGO
Zara-Mia is the founders first name, we were looking for another name to complete the brand, we chose AVA which means life and thats what the fashion brand is to the founder, it worked well with the symmetry of our logo.
MADE FOR THE FASHION CONSCIOUS WITH A CONSCIENCE.
WEAR OUR IDENTITY LOGO, BE PART OF OUR JOURNEY.
THE GEOMETRIC DESIGN IS INSPIRED BY THE LETTERS OF OUR NAME.
THE OCTAGON HAS MANY SYMBOLIC MEANINGS, WE IDENTIFY WITH: INFINITY, REGENERATION AND TRANSITION.
WE AIM TO DRIVE POSITIVE CHANGE.
ACHIEVEMENTS
Fashion and Sustainability: Understanding Luxury Fashion in a Changing World | London College of Fashion
June 2018
Fashion Revolution: Who Made My Clothes? | University Of Exeter
July 2017
Business Futures: Sustainable Business Through Green HR | RMIT University
May 2017
Innovation: The Fashion Industry | University Of Leeds
January 2017
How To Build A Sustainable Fashion Business | Creative Skillset
January 2016
Leeds Pioneer Program | Centre For Fashion Enterprise
October 2015
BA (Hons) Fashion Degree | Graduating with a First Class Honors
June 2012
National (extended) Diploma Fashion Clothing and Design | Completing with a Distinction
June 2009
Level 1 & 2 Diploma in Art & Design (BTEC) | Completing with a Distinction Star.
June 2007
