Ashlyn So · As Seen in Vogue
Where the Runway
Meets Real Change
The youngest Asian-American to show at New York Fashion Week. 6 collections. Every one tied to a cause. Featured in Vogue, Teen Vogue, the Ellen Show, and the Tamron Hall Show.
At a Glance
Ashlyn So is a young fashion designer and activist. She is the youngest Asian-American to show at New York Fashion Week and Paris Fashion Week. A United Nations speaker and the subject of an Emmy-winning documentary, she has been featured on the Ellen Show and the Tamron Hall Show. Every collection supports a real-world cause.
The Story
Runway
Meets
Real World
Ashlyn doesn't design collections; she designs conversations. About identity. About climate. About what it means to be seen. Her work lives at the intersection of Asian-American heritage and couture craft, for anyone who believes what you wear should say something worth hearing.
What makes her different is why she designs: every collection supports a real cause. Her latest — RECOLORED — traces coral's journey from vibrancy to bleaching to rebirth.
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Every custom piece starts with a conversation - about you, your story, your occasion. It becomes a one-of-a-kind work of couture that exists for you alone.
For weddings, galas, red carpets, and once-in-a-lifetime moments. Starting at $3K.
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Collections
Ashlyn So has been featured in Vogue, Teen Vogue, Harper's Bazaar, POPSUGAR, Seventeen, the Los Angeles Times, ABC, and the Ellen Show. Her shows have reached a collective audience of 41 million.
Recognition
In the
Press
“One of the hottest designers you should keep on your radar.
“Youngest Asian-American designer to exhibit at NYFW.”
“A brilliant future of fashion.”
“Ambitious, with motivation toward philanthropic causes.”
Frequently Asked
Questions
Who is Ashlyn So?
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Ashlyn So is a couture fashion designer known for sculptural silhouettes, cultural storytelling, and emotionally resonant design. Blending Asian and American influences, her work explores identity, climate awareness, mental health, and social justice that were showcased from Paris to New York Fashion Week. She has been featured in Vogue, Teen Vogue, The Ellen Show, the Tamron Hall Show and an award-winning ABC short documentary. She is a YoungArts Winner with Distinction and E! People's Choice Awardee who has spoken at the UN's International Day of Peace. Beyond the runway, Ashlyn creates custom gowns for women seeking distinctive, high-impact pieces for galas and red carpets. These gowns are wearable art tailored to empower the woman who wears it.
What kind of fashion does Ashlyn So design?
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Sculptural, avant-garde couture where every collection supports a real-world cause. Past collections have addressed Stop Asian Hate, mental health awareness, and coral reef conservation.
Has Ashlyn So been featured in Vogue?
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Yes. Vogue named her one of the hottest designers to watch. She has also been featured in Teen Vogue, Harper's Bazaar, POPSUGAR, Seventeen, the Los Angeles Times, ABC, and the Ellen Show.
How do I order a custom piece?
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Custom couture starts at $3,000 and is made to order. Each piece begins with a consultation about your occasion and vision. Request one through the contact section below.
What causes does Ashlyn So support?
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Each collection supports a specific cause. RECOLORED supports coral reef conservation with 15% of revenue funding reef restoration. Past collections have raised awareness for Stop Asian Hate and mental health.