Behind the Label
Hi, I’m Yue, the founder of Má + Lin[ma-lain].
Má + Lin is where Chinese and French cultures meet to celebrate Linen, the world's most ancient and sustainable fabric. Our brand name is a playful nod to our linen obsession, with "Má(麻)” and “Lin” both meaning linen in Chinese & French, plus a fun wordplay “Malin" meaning clever in French.
Má + Lin was born in London in 2021 during the Covid-19 pandemic. A time when normal life was put on hold, giving me time to think and re-think.
The world has never shouted so loudly against excess consumption and unnecessary waste, and it has never yearned more passionately for a slower pace, slower fashion and a zero waste lifestyle. Created with the essence of slow fashion and sustainability, we endeavours to play a part in this revolution.