Uma Wang
China
Uma Wang is a Chinese designer label named after its founder, who trained at Central Saint Martins and shows in London, Milan and Paris. It is known for long, loose, draped garments.
| Founder | Uma Wang |
|---|---|
| Country | China |
| Training | Chinese Textile University; Central Saint Martins |
| Fashion weeks | London, Milan, Paris, Shanghai |
| Segment | Luxury and designer houses |
| Website | umawang.com |
What is Uma Wang?
Uma Wang is a Chinese designer label of the same name. The designer studied at the Chinese Textile University in Shanghai and then trained at Central Saint Martins in London. From 2005 she worked as an in-house designer for several Chinese labels, developing her pattern-making skills.
History
Sources disagree on when she launched her own label. Business of Fashion says 2005, while a retailer journal refers to its inception in 2009. For that reason no founding year is given here. Her website lists womenswear collections from Autumn/Winter 2014 to Autumn/Winter 2026. The designer has shown collections in Shanghai, London, Milan and Paris.
Products and positioning
The design approach centres on long, loose, flowing garments, with or without structure, that drape well on the body. The retailer L'armoire Singapore describes it as combining elegance and wearability with attention to detail. The brand's official site presents womenswear, and Business of Fashion also associates it with menswear.
Business model and distribution
Business of Fashion reports that the label is stocked in boutiques in London, Milan and New York and has opened four stand-alone boutiques in mainland China. It shows at London, Paris and Milan fashion weeks, plus a regular showcase at Shanghai Fashion Week. Where the company is headquartered is unclear: Business of Fashion lists London and China as work locations, so no headquarters is stated here.
Why it matters
Uma Wang is one of the Chinese designers who built an international wholesale base through European fashion weeks and independent boutiques, helping to broaden the idea of Chinese luxury beyond heritage motifs. No owner, investor or revenue figure is reported by the sources used.
Frequently asked questions
Who founded Uma Wang?
Uma Wang was founded by the Chinese designer of the same name, who trained in Shanghai and at Central Saint Martins. Sources differ on whether the label started in 2005 or 2009.
Where is Uma Wang from?
Uma Wang is a Chinese brand. The designer has shown collections in Shanghai, London, Milan and Paris.