What We Do

At DesignerFriday, we craft slow fashion that empowers women: both those who make them and those who wear them.

Ethical Production

We create ethical, guilt-free pieces that redefine style with purpose. Instead of traditional factories, our stunning A-line dresses and block print bags are made in women-only, audited workshops in India, where artisans enjoy flexible hours, fair wages, and a supportive community.

These creators, empowered by a non-profit social enterprise, infuse each piece with care and joy, transforming sustainable materials into wardrobe essentials.

Our Creative Process

We combined the love of fashion with one of the world’s oldest textile print traditions and brought it to London. Our wooden block designs have existed in the Rajasthani communities for decades. Our fabrics are sourced for feel, not just appearance.

  • London Studio Design

    Our zero-waste journey begins in our London studio, where we spark creativity using upcycled fabrics like old t-shirts and leftover textiles to craft mock-ups.

  • Artisan Production

    These designs are then sent to our women artisans in India, who bring them to life using organic cotton and non-toxic dyes, ensuring your skin and the planet stay healthy.

  • Natural Dye Process

    We use skin-friendly dyes including flowers like rose, eucalyptus and marigolds to create amazing patterns. Our vegetable-based, non-toxic dyes are safer for the environment, the artisans who make the garments, and customers with sensitive skin or chemical sensitivities.

Fashion For Purpose

Every fabric we use is chosen for its beauty, quality, and commitment to the planet.

GOTS-Certified Organic Cotton

Our organic cotton is certified by the Global Organic Textile Standard, ensuring it is grown without harmful chemicals, pesticides, or synthetic fertilisers. It is softer on the ski n and kinder to the earth, supporting biodiversity and soil health. Every metre we use is traceable and ethically sourced.

Leftover & Recycled Materials

We give new life to surplus and end-of-roll fabrics that would otherwise go to waste. By using leftover cotton, recycled nylon, and repurposed textiles, we reduce demand for virgin materials and keep usable fabric out of landfill. Each piece is proof that waste can be beautiful.

Ethical Production Unit

Our garments are made in small-scale, women-only workshops rather than mass-production factories. These units are audited for fair wages, safe working conditions, and flexible hours. Every maker is valued, visible, and supported by a non-profit social enterprise that reinvests in the community.

Zero Waste Biodegradable Packaging

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Recycled Cotton Envelopes

Recyclable with a ribbon telling our story through block printing. Crafted from recycled cotton, these envelopes carry the same artisan spirit as the garments inside.

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Biodegradable Plant-Based

Certified OK compost HOME, our plant-based packaging fully composts within six months. Made from renewable resources, it breaks down naturally without leaving microplastics or harmful residues behind.

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100% Recycled Cardboard

Made in the UK from 100% recycled corrugated paper. FSC® certified. Sturdy enough to protect your order, responsible enough to return to the earth.

Ethical, Women-Empowering Production

By prioritising women-led production, flexible working hours, and fair pay, DesignerFriday supports economic independence, skill development, and community resilience for women artisans.

100% Women-Led Production

Every garment is crafted in women-only workshops, supporting economic independence and skill development.

Fair Trade Ethical Partnerships

We work with audited partners who ensure fair wages, safe conditions, and community reinvestment.

India — Artisan Communities

Our makers work in Rajasthani artisan communities, preserving traditional block-printing techniques for future generations.