Iris Jean
Hello, I'm Elysha - the designer, cutter & maker of all things Iris Jean.
Becoming a Mum gave me the confidence to make my dream a reality which is why it felt fitting to call this little brand of mine after my daughter.
I thoroughly enjoy the design and making process and wanted to create a brand that I could use my degree of Fashion Design & industry experience gained since graduating from Manchester Metropolitan University.
Navigating a new stage in my life as a Mum I struggled with how to dress and as a result self confidence. Needing practicality but also wanting fun, feminine styles. Easy to wear pieces that are transitional from every day through to special occasions.
Consciously Designed, Cut & Sewn.
Iris Jean is a slow fashion brand with a kinder footprint on the planet using only natural dead stock materials - most of which were originally intended to be bedding, window dressings or table wear.
With a love for slow fashion and the want to reduce waste each garment is made to order. I design for longevity, not for seasonal trends: pieces intended for repeated wear, adding whimsy to your every day wardrobe, clothing that stands the test of time.
From the initial concept to the design, and the final sewing to pressing everything happens in my Greater Manchester home studio. Clothing which gives you excitement to get dressed and an all day boost in confidence.
Thank you for supporting my small handmade business.