Al Elé

Timeless women’s clothing, handmade to order using 100% natural fibres.

Made in Australia
Made to Order
Natural Fibres
Deadstock Fabrics
Al Elé is an Australian womenswear brand creating thoughtfully designed pieces made to order in Melbourne. Their collections focus on natural fabrics and timeless silhouettes, with garments made only when ordered to reduce excess and overproduction. Alongside their core range, they also offer custom made pieces and alterations to suit individual needs.
Melbourne, VIC
Sizes 8 – 20
Est. 2018
$$$
Manufactured in: Melbourne, Australia

Meet the Founder(s)

Alice Kavanagh Federici started Al Elé after selling her university collections at local Melbourne markets. What began as a way to share her designs gradually became her business, which she now runs alongside her mum, Donna. She is passionate about designing clothing that flatters different shapes and sizes.

Brand Values

People

All garments are handmade in Melbourne by Alice and a small local team, including freelance makers.

Environment

Al Elé works with a slow fashion approach model and design to last. Their clothes are made to order in Melbourne, to avoid excess stock and unnecessary waste. They work primarily with 100% natural fibres such as cotton, linen, wool, and silk, and have also produced collections using deadstock fabrics (unused materials that would otherwise go to waste). The brand acknowledges that it is not 100 % sustainable but strives to reduce impact through mindful material choices and slow production.

Animals

Al Elé uses natural fibres such as wool and silk, but does not currently share specific information about animal welfare or sourcing standards.

Is This Brand Right For You?

Perfect For You If...

  • You’re drawn to timeless styles rather than trend led fashion.
  • You’re looking for clothing made from natural fabrics. 
  • You want the option to alter existing pieces for a better fit, including in person appointments in Melbourne.
  • You’re interested in working directly with a brand on custom designs.

Might Not Be Right If...

  • You need something urgently, as garments are made to order and typically take 2–6 weeks to produce, depending on the time of year.

Location

Al Elé Studio & Store
1/81 Lower Heidelberg Road, Ivanhoe VIC, Australia

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