Maison Mieko par amit kumar
Maison Mieko par amit kumar is a unique fashion and home textiles collaboration born from a shared passion for breathtaking craftsmanship and sustainable design. By merging the creative visions of Japanese fashion designer Mieko and Indian textile entrepreneur Amit Kumar, this brand gives new life to what would otherwise be discarded fabrics.
Mieko's story is one of unwavering dedication to her craft. Born into a family of shopkeepers in Miyazaki City, Japan, she honed her skills as a fashion designer in Tokyo before relocating to New York City in the late 1990s. It was there, in 1999, that Mieko opened her first boutique in the heart of the West Village, establishing herself as a rising star in the realm of contemporary, sustainable fashion.
Throughout her career, Mieko has maintained a deep fascination with vintage and reclaimed textiles. Her special bond with the intricate kantha embroidery technique, originating from the rural households of India and Bangladesh, has become inextricably linked to her design identity. Mieko's passionate creations effortlessly blend comfort, sophistication, and a reverence for traditional craftsmanship.
In 2010, Mieko's first journey to India ignited a new chapter in her creative journey, as she became enamoured with the country's rich textile heritage and the skilled artisans who keep these traditions alive. This transformative experience led her to forge a meaningful collaboration with Amit Kumar, a seasoned textile entrepreneur with deep roots in the industry.
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Mieko's story is one of unwavering dedication to her craft. Born into a family of shopkeepers in Miyazaki City, Japan, she honed her skills as a fashion designer in Tokyo before relocating to New York City in the late 1990s. It was there, in 1999, that Mieko opened her first boutique in the heart of the West Village, establishing herself as a rising star in the realm of contemporary, sustainable fashion.
Throughout her career, Mieko has maintained a deep fascination with vintage and reclaimed textiles. Her special bond with the intricate kantha embroidery technique, originating from the rural households of India and Bangladesh, has become inextricably linked to her design identity. Mieko's passionate creations effortlessly blend comfort, sophistication, and a reverence for traditional craftsmanship.
In 2010, Mieko's first journey to India ignited a new chapter in her creative journey, as she became enamoured with the country's rich textile heritage and the skilled artisans who keep these traditions alive. This transformative experience led her to forge a meaningful collaboration with Amit Kumar, a seasoned textile entrepreneur with deep roots in the industry.
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We are proud to be a subscriber-funded publication with members in 185 countries. We know our readership is passionate about textiles, so we invite you to help us preserve and promote the stories, memories, and histories that fabric holds. Your support allows us to publish our magazine, and also ‘what's on’ information, and subscription interviews, reviews, and long-read articles in our online blog.
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