About Makenna Studio
Makenna Studio is a Singapore-based label creating joyful, made-to-order clothing for real bodies, with care for the planet.
I believe fashion should be expressive. Colour matters. Prints matter. Clothes should feel like a deliberate choice, not an afterthought — and they should make you happy.
After spending over a decade living and studying in Australia, I was inspired by fashion that was bold, playful, and unafraid of being loud. Quirky prints, bright colours, and confident dressing were normal — and women of all sizes wore them with ease and joy. Back in Singapore, I felt clothing often feels careful, and uniform. Eco-fashion in particular tends to lean beige, restrained, and safe.
I wanted something different.
Makenna was born to bring colour, personality, and variety back into everyday dressing — especially for women who want clothes that feel joyful, expressive, and unmistakably themselves.
My approach to fashion is shaped by my professional background as well. I hold a PhD in environmental science and work in the sustainability field, where I’ve seen firsthand the waste created by overproduction and disposable clothing. I don’t believe fashion can ever be zero-impact — but I do believe it can be lower-impact, more intentional, and more honest. That’s why Makenna operates on a made-to-order model. Each piece is sewn only when it has a home waiting, reducing excess stock and unnecessary waste.
I work primarily with natural fibres and avoid synthetics like polyester wherever possible. Fabrics are sourced thoughtfully, sometimes discovered while travelling, and chosen for their quality, feel, and character. Every garment is sewn by me in Singapore, in small quantities, with care.
Makenna is also personal.
I used to be plus size — and in Singapore, finding clothes that fit well, feel comfortable, and still feel joyful can be incredibly hard. Options are limited, and style often disappears as sizing expands. Even now, having lost weight, I remember that experience clearly. It shapes how I fit my designs and why I prioritise adjustable silhouettes, generous cuts, and comfort.
Makenna exists so women — especially those who have felt overlooked — have more choice. Not just clothes that fit, but clothes that let them take up space, visually and confidently.
This is slow fashion with personality.
Made with care. Worn with joy.