Our Studio
Where heritage meets vision, and every stitch tells a story
Our Founder
Bay Bay
Bay Bay grew up watching her mother weave silk on a wooden loom in their family home — a quiet ritual that planted the first seeds of a lifelong passion for fabric and form. Those childhood afternoons spent among threads and patterns shaped a vision she carried all the way to design school.
A recent graduate of fashion design, Bay Bay launched BuyTheBay with bold ambition and a clear point of view: to create Western dresses infused with the warmth and artistry of Asian design sensibility. Fresh eyes, steady hands, and an unwavering commitment to craft define her approach.
Though her studio is young, her work has already turned heads — earning early recognition from bridal clients and fashion peers alike. Every piece she creates carries the energy of someone building something meaningful from the ground up, one stitch at a time.
Design Philosophy
Guided by Heritage, Driven by Vision
At BuyTheBay, we believe fashion is a conversation between heritage and the human hand. Asia's rich textile traditions are our muse — the intricate silk patterns, the luminous fabrics, the generations of weaving mastery. Every collection begins with these traditions, where we find the colours, textures, and movement that will define each piece.
We reject the disposable. Our philosophy is rooted in permanence: garments designed to be treasured, constructed with techniques learned from master artisans, and finished with materials that age with grace. Each creation is a bridge between the timeless art of Asian silk craftsmanship and the fresh perspective of a new generation of designers.
Our Process
From Vision to Garment
Consultation & Vision
Every creation begins with an intimate conversation. We listen to your story, understand your vision, and sketch the first lines of a garment that will be uniquely yours.
Fabric Selection
Our artisans guide you through our curated collection of fine textiles — from hand-woven silk charmeuse to rare dupioni silk sourced from weaving studios across Asia.
Pattern & Toile
A bespoke pattern is drafted to your exact measurements. A toile — a muslin prototype — is constructed and fitted, ensuring every line and proportion is perfected before cutting the final fabric.
Hand Construction
Master seamstresses bring the design to life through hundreds of hours of hand-stitching, beading, and embroidery. Each detail is executed with meticulous precision.
Final Fitting & Delivery
Multiple fittings ensure a flawless silhouette. The finished garment is pressed, inspected, and presented in our signature ocean-blue garment box.
Signature Materials
The Finest Fabrics, Sourced with Care
Silk Charmeuse
East Asia
A lustrous, fluid silk with a beautiful drape and subtle sheen. Sourced from master weavers, each bolt is inspected for quality and hand-finished in our studio.
Dupioni Silk
East Asia
A structured silk with a rich texture and natural slubs that catch the light. Ideal for sculptural silhouettes and dramatic evening pieces.
Mikado Silk
Japan
A structured silk with a rich sheen and architectural drape, ideal for sculptural silhouettes that define our evening collections.
Duchess Satin
Italy
A heavyweight satin with a luminous surface and substantial body. Used for our most opulent bridal and ceremonial pieces.
In the Press
What They Say About Us
A fresh voice in dress design — BuyTheBay brings a youthful energy to Asian-inspired craftsmanship that feels genuinely exciting.
— Vogue Asia
One to watch. Bay Bay's debut collection shows a maturity of vision that belies her years, with impeccable attention to detail.
— Harper's Bazaar
BuyTheBay proves that great design doesn't require decades of experience — just clarity of vision and genuine passion for the craft.
— Elle
Among the most promising emerging designers this year, with a distinct point of view rooted in Asian heritage and modern sensibility.
— WWD