Albaray is a vision brought to life by an all-female trio with a combined experience of over 25 years in the fashion industry. With a firm belief that sustainable fashion can uphold uncompromising quality and a commitment to preserving the environment.
Sustainability
- 100% Responsibly Sourced Fabrics: Albaray prioritizes the use of responsibly sourced fabrics, ensuring that their materials are obtained in an ethical and sustainable manner.
- Collaboration with Trusted Partners: The brand is committed to transparency and integrity in their production process, only partnering with manufacturers and suppliers who share their values and uphold ethical practices.
- Long-Standing Supplier Relationships: Albaray has cultivated enduring partnerships with suppliers who align with their sustainability goals.
- FSC Certified Paper: Albaray utilizes responsibly sourced FSC certified paper for their packaging.
- Recycled and Recyclable Materials: The brand’s commitment to sustainability extends to their swing tags and labels, which are crafted from recycled materials and are fully recyclable.
- Digital Returns Process: Embracing digital innovation, Albaray has transitioned to a fully digital returns process, eliminating the need for traditional paperwork and further reducing their ecological footprint.
Ethical Practises
Albaray are a small team dedicated to sustainable fashion and making meaningful change within the industry. Their commitment is to building a brand with values rooted in sustainability. Albaray’s ethos places people, ethical practices, and the well-being of the planet at the forefront of everything they do.
Why Wednesday Loves
The three women that have started Albaray are actually ex Warehouse executives and we love that! Albaray offers fashion that is sleek and pretty, but with an edgy undertone. Warehouse has been a beloved high street brand for many years, often competing with Topshop and River Island. What we love is that we can now source the Warehouse style whilst staying sustainable.
Brief History
The genesis of Albaray dates back to the tumultuous year of 2020, when founders Paula Stewart, Karen Peacock, and Kirstie Di Stazio seized the opportunity presented by the pandemic to pause and reflect on their collective roles in the fashion industry. Amidst the uncertainty, one unwavering desire bound them together – the aspiration to forge ahead with a more conscientious and environmentally mindful approach to fashion.
Driven by a shared vision to reconnect with women who share their love for clothing while contemplating its impact, Albaray was conceived as a response to the evolving needs of the modern consumer. What started as an impassioned conversation among friends over Zoom has blossomed into a thoughtfully curated collection of uplifting styles marked by an unwavering attention to detail and a dedication to sustainability.
The brand’s offerings embody versatile designs tailored to withstand the test of time, transcending fleeting trends to cater to everyday wear. From wear-anywhere dresses to feel-good loungewear, each piece is meticulously crafted with sustainability at its core, reflecting a harmonious blend of style and ethical consciousness.