Umsiko
Pattern Making | Samples | Production
Umsiko
Is a fashion studio specializing in pattern making, samples and production for the clothing industry in New Zealand.
Services
Our team has accumulated decades of experience working in the fashion business in New Zealand.
We work with some of New Zealand’s best known and loved labels and are also proud to help and guide up and coming new designers.
In the News
Most of Jimmy D’s sampling and production is done there now. “I’ve been fortunate to meet Iona, from Umsiko in Wellington, who does production for a number of designers — most of her machinists are based here,” James explains. “She’s a wealth of knowledge and I feel so lucky to have her here.”
Whats Happening ?
The ‘fatshion’ label making ethical clothes for plus-size people
House of Boom is a fresh, vibrant plus-size clothing brand from Wellington, founded by Joanna McLeod to tackle the “fat tax” and lack of ethical options in sizes above 16. Frustrated by limited, overpriced, and often boring choices, Joanna launched House of Boom to deliver stylish, affordable, and colourful clothes made locally and ethically. With her “Boomettes” plus-size model crew, she’s redefining plus-size fashion and giving back, all while ensuring every item is made to fit and flatter.
Herriot Dresses PM for Vogue
Herriot is the New Zealand fashion label bringing “comfort with an edge” to the scene, crafted by designer Bron in small, sustainable runs. Known for relaxed, sophisticated pieces with an androgynous flair, herriot offers locally made garments with unique style—like the green satin pants worn by the Prime Minister. Inspired by years in fashion and model management, Bron launched herriot as an answer to fast fashion. Available in select stores across New Zealand, herriot is all about quality, minimalism, and supporting local industry.