A Letter from Diana 

 

The Mission behind D. Andreyko

I'm a lover of beautiful style and beautiful souls—that pretty much sums up who I am. But to me, beauty isn’t just about aesthetics—it’s about intention, ethics, and impact. I believe living a beautiful life should go hand-in-hand with making conscious choices, especially in what we wear and support. Every purchase matters. It’s time we prioritize brands that value sustainability, transparency, and integrity over mass production and waste.

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I’m deeply passionate about creating fashion that not only looks and feels beautiful, but means something. That includes designing with size inclusivity in mind—because style should never be limited by body type. I’m currently building a sustainable womenswear line and a non-traditional bridal collection that reflects individuality, creativity, and reusability. I believe bridal pieces can be both meaningful and wearable beyond the wedding day.

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My mission is to fuse art, intention, and ethics into each piece I create. Through this platform, I hope to share my journey, spotlight brands that align with these values, and offer a capsule collection of everyday designs made with purpose—from sketch to final stitch.

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About Me

My love for fashion started early. At just 12 years old, I taught myself how to sew on a $25 sewing machine my dad found at a flea market. That passion quickly grew, and in high school, I joined a local 4-H sewing club where I began competing in sewing competitions—modeling and showcasing outfits I made by hand.

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At 18, I landed my first job as a seamstress in a bridal shop, where I developed a deep appreciation for bridalwear and spent years perfecting my skills in wedding gown alterations. I later moved into full-time management roles at fast fashion retailers, where I learned the ins and outs of running multi-million dollar stores. During that time, I gained valuable experience (and drank a lot of espresso), but I also began to feel the weight of corporate culture.

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Despite the success, something didn’t sit right with me. I couldn’t ignore my growing passion for sustainability, or the fact that I was surrounded by people who seemed unhappy in their careers—and in their lives. That realization was the push I needed.

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In March 2019, I posted once on Facebook, offering bridal alterations, and the response was immediate. That single post brought in several clients, and I knew it was the sign I’d been waiting for. I gave my two weeks’ notice and took a leap of faith.

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Since then, everything has changed. Launching my own bridal alterations business has been the most transformative decision of my life—and it all started with a sewing machine, a dream, and one bold step forward.

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My first sewing studio was a 10x10 non-air-conditioned loft office space in an artsy warehouse in Philadelphia—humble, gritty, and full of heart. As my business grew, I opened my own studio space on Chestnut Street in Rittenhouse area of the city, where I worked for two incredible years. There I tailored hundreds of wedding gowns, bridesmaids dresses and evening gowns. During that time, I also pursued part-time fashion design classes and proudly completed my Fashion Design program at Made Institute in Philadelphia. At the end of my lease, I made another bold move: relocating my family to Florida to finally live the beach lifestyle I had dreamed of my entire life.

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Since relocating to Florida, the journey hasn’t been without its challenges—but it’s also been a powerful period of growth. I’ve been steadily laying the foundation for the launch of my own clothing brand, building a home base that fuels my creativity and offers the balance I’ve always craved. From here, I envision sourcing sustainable materials, planning thoughtful collections, collaborating with fellow artists, and traveling to NYC, Europe, and beyond to work with some of the world’s finest textile mills and artisans—preserving the timeless art of dressmaking.

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More than just launching a label, my mission is to help pave the way for a new kind of fashion business—one rooted in sustainability, transparency, and innovation. I want to explore and develop technologies that help us better navigate and reduce the environmental footprint of the fashion industry, while proving that ethics and artistry can (and should) coexist.