Our Story
ARSHYS is more than just a fashion brand—it’s a movement that integrates art, sustainability, and inclusivity.
ARSHYS clothing brand was launched in Dubai in 2020 by Emirati entrepreneur Arshia Alam, who has garnered notable recognition in respected media, dressed celebrities, won regional and international awards, and been commissioned for prestigious projects in the UAE.
ARSHYS is an ethical luxury womenswear brand that creates fashion infused with positive, mindful messaging and art. The brand promotes diversity and inclusion and reflects the creativity of neurodivergent artists. Its collections are sophisticated yet statement-making, versatile pieces for women who appreciate conscious luxury fashion.
ARSHYS SUSTAINABILITY GUARANTEES
Home Grown and Ethical:
ARSHYS is a women-owned business led by the Emirati, UAE-based designer and founder Arshia Alam. It is a purpose-driven contemporary womenswear proudly manufactured in the UAE with a transparent and ethical supply chain, with a happy worker ethos.
Diverse & Inclusive:
The brand supports UN Sustainable Goals 8, 10 and 17 of creating decent work and economic growth, reducing inequalities & creating partnerships to achieve these goals. The business revolves around integrating people with Autism into the value chain of the business, creating a social impact each time it sells an item. See our goal pledges and partners below.
Sustainable & Eco-friendly:
Produced in small batches to avoid excess waste, most materials are repurposed for other uses, like scarves or accessories. Fabrics used are mostly sustainable OEKO-TEX®, SUPIMA in natural fibres or from dead stock, digitally printed using eco-friendly water-based inks to display the work & highlight the creativity of marginalized communities.
Major Milestones and Media Coverage:
Since its launch, the brand has received awards and accolades based on the originality and growth potential of the business. Some of the awards and titles received are by H.E. Reem Al Hashimy, UAE Minister of State for International Cooperation for the creative contribution during Dubai Expo 2020, Official designer appointed for all Women Orchestra (Firdaus), Finalist in the category of new Sustainable Business of the year 2020 (MEED), Best Newcomer (Designer) at the London's inaugural World Fashion Awards.
ARSHYS garnered immense organic non-paid media attention and her designs & interviews have been published in Dubai One TV, Harper’s Bazaar, Vogue Italia, Marie Claire, Condé Nast, Cosmopolitan, and Elle Arabia to name a few. Please click here to see the