Vision
OUR VISION
Our vision at Haus of Mclees is to empower individuals to embrace their uniqueness, celebrate their bodies, and express themselves authentically through fashion. We believe in creating a world where clothing is not just a means of covering up but a tool for self confidence, empowerment, and positive change.
Mission
OUR MISSION
Our mission is to focus our energy towards slow fashion practices, working partially with sustainable and ethical manufacturers, whilst also taking part in the manufacturing process right in our studio. We are constantly researching, learning, and growing to create positive change within the fashion industry.
OUR Story
Haus of Mclees was born out of a love for self-expression, a passion for creativity, and a desire to make a positive impact in the world. Our founder and visionary, Mclees Mantegazza, embarked on a journey of self-discovery and creativity as a young dreamer, seeking to create clothing that not only looked good but also felt good.
Inspired by music festivals, Mclees discovered the transformative power of fashion. However, she struggled to find pieces that resonated with her vision. So, she took matters into her own hands and began crafting garments that reflected her personal style and celebrated individuality and self-expression.
Through countless time spent perfecting her craft, she poured her heart and soul into every stitch, creating unique festival outfits that exude empowerment and joy. As word spread about her custom designs, demand for Haus of Mclees began to soar.
Today, we are proud to redefine fashion through ethical practices, slow fashion, and a commitment to quality. We believe that transparency and ethical craftsmanship are crucial in today's world, and we strive to empower our community through every garment we create.
From small beginnings in the basement of Mclees' family home to the streets of London, Haus of Mclees has evolved into a beacon of creativity, sustainability, and inclusivity. We are grateful for every setback and success and continue to push the boundaries of fashion, one stitch at a time.
At Haus of Mclees, we believe everyone has a story to tell, and every garment is a work of art. We invite you to join us on this journey of self-expression, empowerment, and celebration. Together, we can positively impact the world through innovative fashion.
TRANSPARENCY AND Sustainability
All of our swimwear is currently sustainably and ethically manufactured in Bali, Indonesia. We not only use recycled materials for our swimwear, but the factory we use is also solar powered. All staff are paid above award wages at up to three times the standard, and negotiate their own contracts and salaries.
Once we receive our swimwear from our manufacturers, we personally add the final touches of beads, charms and tags to our swimwear.
At Haus of Mclees we find it very important to use ethical and sustainable manufacturers, hence why our pricing structure ensures those manufacturing our swimwear are making livable wages.