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Studio Ashay

Edition Six Feature
Words by: Donna May Lynch
Location: Frome, England, UK
Photo Credit: ©Adrian Jean @dariusjean_ photography
My name is Donna May Lynch. Originally from East London, I now design and make a womenswear brand called Studio Ashay from my base in Frome, England, UK. All of my design and tailoring takes place in my space here on the famous Catherine Hill, where I’ve been located for 14 years, with Studio Ashay born here in 2018.
Creating is in my blood. My initial introduction to putting ideas together was as a child, playing at home with my mother’s industrial sewing machine and heaps of fabric in her bedroom. It is an experience that has always remained with me and for which I am truly grateful – it’s had a lasting influence on my career.
After graduating from the Royal College of Arts with a Master of Arts degree in Mixed Media Textiles, I honed my skills as a fashion textiles designer and entered the world of haute couture. During this time, I worked with and sold my textiles designs to the likes of Christian Lacroix, Alberta Ferretti, John Galliano and Alexander McQueen.