About

OCEAN KIANA: CULTURALLY GROUNDED LUXURY.

Discover a wardrobe of purpose, beauty, and resilience. Every piece is crafted to last, embodying the Ojibway principle of "Wnizhsid"—good, fine, useful, beautiful.

Mission Statement

To create culturally grounded luxury fashion that honors Indigenous sovereignty and defies trend cycles.

Principles

Indigenous Sovereignty

We ensure Indigenous voices lead every stage of creation—from design to storytelling to decision-making. Our work is guided by sovereignty, ensuring authenticity and respect for community knowledge.

Timelessness Over Trends

We design with longevity in mind. Each piece transcends seasonal cycles, crafted to remain relevant across generations as a lasting expression of culture and elegance.

Slow Fashion Ethos

Our commitment is to quality over quantity. We prioritize craftsmanship, sustainability, and intentional production—rejecting fast fashion for garments made with care and purpose.

Narrative-Driven Collections

Every collection tells a story. Inspired by heritage and lived experience, our garments carry meaning that goes beyond aesthetics, weaving narratives of resilience, beauty, and belonging.

Cultural Integrity & Authenticity

We honour tradition by incorporating techniques, materials, and motifs that preserve their original meaning. Cultural integrity is central—each design is rooted in truth and respect.

Education Through Fashion

Fashion is our medium for sharing Indigenous histories, philosophies, and contemporary realities. Each garment opens a conversation, inviting deeper understanding and connection.

Luxury with Purpose

We redefine luxury through Indigenous artistry and elevated craftsmanship. Every detail reflects precision, creativity, and a commitment to making pieces that are both meaningful and enduring.

Transparency

We share the full story of every piece—from concept to creation—with honesty and pride. Our process is as important as the product, reflecting accountability and trust.

Our Logo 

Our logo is inspired by the growth rings of a tree—patterns formed over time as it moves through nature’s cycles. These rings symbolize ancestral memory, resilience, and the wisdom carried through generations. By refining this organic form into a polished modern design, we created an icon that connects deeply to heritage while embodying timeless luxury.

Our logo is inspired by the growth rings of a tree—patterns formed over time as it moves through nature’s cycles. These rings symbolize ancestral memory, resilience, and the wisdom carried through generations. By refining this organic form into a polished modern design, we created an icon that connects deeply to heritage while embodying timeless luxury.

About the Designer

Ocean Kiana is a Nishinaabe designer and artist from Northwestern Ontario, whose heritage and culture are at the heart of her work. Raised in the communities of Biigtigong Nishnaabeg (Pic River First Nation) and Netmizaagamig Nishnaabeg (Pic Mobert First Nation), Ocean infuses her designs with the values and traditions of her ancestors. A member of the Wolf Clan and known by her Anishinaabe name, White Butterfly, she brings both Indigenous culture and sustainable innovation to each piece, creating fashion that embodies resilience, beauty, and respect for the Earth.