Mina + Olya, founded in 2011 is named after its two founders, Olya Dzilikhova and Mina Yazdi, who came together with the shared passion and vision of producing the highest environmental and ethical apparel using sustainable and organic fabrics as well as manufacturing processes in California. Yazdi and Dzilikhova formed Mina + Olya, Inc. with the mission to bring luxury organic and sustainable apparel made in California to consumers by being fully committed to the principles of environmental consciousness, fair trade, and fair labor. “As close friends we decided to leave the world of finance and consulting to pursue our passion: making a difference in California and the international fashion world,” Yazdi says. “We are driven to introducing and bringing to the market what we couldn't find ourselves: organic, timeless garments that could be worn forever.

Mina + Olya use completely organic and sustainable materials – Including organic cotton, wool, silks and denim – to produce all of its clothing. Yazdi and Dzilikhova's mission is to not only change the fashion industry in California, nation-wide and internationally, but hope to specifically promote California's economy and job force through local partnerships and production methods. “Our vision was to create beautiful structured pieces that compliment today’s modern woman who seeks definition in her style and sustainability in her world. Our pieces are designed to create the essence of today’s woman to take her from the boardroom to social events with a sense of style that compliments her personality,” Dzilikhova explains. “Each piece is designed to be worn on its own, or paired with collection pieces that are timeless and sophisticated. It’s a line that breaks the “green” barrier and creates high fashion clothes that are relevant and accessible.”
The company's first product line is named Minolya, an organic and sustainable upscale, ready-to-wear line of clothing for women, which includes organic coats, suits, blouses, dresses, gowns, skirts, and pants. The first collection was released in November 2011, and should be available in stores by Summer 2012 in addition to the Fall collection. Future plans include production to introduce a men and children's organic line.

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