About us

Née represents the born again nature of using used materials - and as a play on 'nee Knee' 

(my maiden name is Knee).

Founded by Lisa Bayford, Née blends craftsmanship, sewing and embroidery with sustainability, creating slow-fashion through upcycled and existing materials, to create wearables that matter to you and to the planet.

 Made from sustainably sourced materials to reduce textile waste going into landfill. Our garments are hand stitched from reclaimed fabrics such as clothes, vintage linen, scraps and deadstock materials, reimagined or repaired to create ‘new’ clothing and accessories. Our aim is to take what has been discarded, forgotten, or overlooked and give it new form and a new life, with a reduced impact on our lives.  

I have forty plus years of dressmaking and tailoring designs to help me to create something completely unique For you.

Also with a background in Photography, Bookbinding and Embroidery I am able to offer bespoke dressmaking, handmade books and photography organising packages to help you treasure what is important to you.