Looking back, its hard to believe how much as changed in the past year. What started as a small single man operation, has continued to gow into something that feels increasingly representative of what I want the industry to be.

The studio has become much more than a place to make clothes. It is where my ideas are born, mistakes are made, where old machines and fabric are given a second life. Much of the work that goes into MACRAE happens away from the eyes of everyone, which is something I want to bridge and showcase MORE.

Having a dedicated space has allowed me to spend more time developing garments, experimenting with construction, and refining the small details that I believe make a difference. It’s also given me the opportunity to bring more people into the process, wether through my internship or now employees!

A year in, there’s still so much to learn, improve and work towards. Running a small clothing label comes with its own challenges, and the reality of building something independently is rarely as straightforward as it might look from the outside.

But I’m proud of what’s been made here so far…

Every garment, every mistake, every late night and every small improvement has contributed to where MACRAE is today. And while there’s still a long way to go, it’s nice to take a moment to appreciate how far things have come.

Thank you to everyone who’s supported MACRAE over the past year. Whether you’ve purchased a garment, followed along, visited the studio or simply taken an interest in what I’m doing, it means more then you could ever imagine.

I hope you enjoy your stay.

Sincerley,

R

The Macrae Morning

One Year of MACRAE in the Studio