Who Am I
“Futurist designs awakened by ancestry”
Discover Miss Maia, where founder and designer Tracey Gardner crafts revolutionary pieces that bridge ancient Māori symbolism with contemporary fashion. Her innovative approach transforms traditional design elements into striking modern collections that speak to both past and future. Through Miss Maia, Tracey reinvents traditional Māori symbolism using contemporary materials and unexpected colour palettes. Her distinctive vision creates high-fashion statement pieces that honour ancestral wisdom while embracing modern aesthetics. Each Miss Maia creation represents a careful balance between futuristic design and cultural authenticity. Tracey's meticulous attention to traditional storytelling ensures that every piece maintains its essential connection to ancestry while pushing creative boundaries. Miss Maia's collections feature vibrant, bold designs that translate the powerful design language of Tracey's tūpuna (ancestors) into contemporary fashion statements. These pieces speak to a new generation while preserving the depth and meaning of traditional Māori symbolism. At Miss Maia, innovation walks hand in hand with respect for tradition. Each design emerges from a deep understanding of Māori cultural heritage, transformed through a modern lens to create unique, wearable art that honours its origins while embracing the future. Experience the extraordinary fusion of ancestral wisdom and contemporary design through Miss Maia's jewellery collections, where each piece tells a story of cultural heritage reimagined for the modern world.
Artist Origins
Ethnicity | Māori |
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Tribe/Iwi | Tūhoe, Ngāti Awa, Ngāti Tūwharetoa ki Kawerau |