About Elle Karayan

Karayan is a BIPOC and Filipina woman-owned fashion brand whose team of creatives is on a mission to empower Indigenous communities in the Philippines, sharing their legacy with Asian American diasporic communities across the globe through clothing. Founder Lydia Querian spearheads our vision, driven by the belief that Indigenous is the future. She envisions a world where the invaluable practices of Indigenous communities are seamlessly woven into the fabric of the future. By marrying the timeless wisdom of the past with the opportunities of the present, we stand as ambassadors of traditions, protectors of the environment, and champions of change. Every piece of clothing we create is made with handwoven Indigenous textiles serving as a living testament to the resilience of the weaving communities across the Philippines. These textiles bear the weight of history and the narrative of ancestral lineages across the Philippines and Southeast Asia. They bridge generations, offering both wearers and weavers a connection that transcends time. Through this connection, we navigate the challenges of societal adversity, work towards climate preservation, and endeavor to restore balance to our environment. Read their story