Bleaq is built by designers for designers. We understand the strains of starting a brand - which is why our platform was born from a desire to elevate emerging, mindful creatives by working with them outside the realms of the outdated retail model.

From starting out in a tiny Brick Lane unit back in 2019 to riding the Covid lockdown waves - Bleaq managed to survive and thrive through the ‘bleak’ shadow cast over the art world. To date we have supported over 400 emerging creatives from a variety of disciplines, showcased events in major cities across the globe and worked with many well-respected institutions. 

Our pillars and purpose is what sets us apart;

• Accessibility & Inclusivity: We offer several pricing boundaries when stocking with us - ensuring. We support artists from marginalised backgrounds, whether it be low socio-economic areas or LGBTQIA+.

 

• Purpose-driven, innovative design: Our products are unique and handcrafted by young designers, often using their creations to address political, societal and environmental issues.

 

• Community: Designers, artists, stylists to musicians; Our community is our greatest asset. Bleaq champions in-person events to encourage cross-industry networking.

We are at the forefront of fashion trends rather than following them. We engage with the next generation of both designers and consumers. Our aim is to change the way society experiences fashion - lifting the veil behind “to view not only the face of the brand but the inner workings, the story, the process” (Shannen Samuel, Director, as quoted in Forbes) and thus giving emerging designers the exposure they deserve.

We are much more than just a store, and this is just the beginning.

Want to join the bleaq community?

• Submissions: We are open to submissions just once 1 year. Please await announcements for next submission window for 2024

• E/C (extended community): Subscribe for exclusive updates and early access to designer drops

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