Mia Marquez, a Los Angeles‑based designer, has turned a simple accident into a thriving upcycling studio that breathes new life into vintage soccer jerseys.
From Green Mexico Jersey to Signature Shirring
The technique emerged when Marquez experimented with a green Mexico jersey, discovering that a series of precise folds and stitches produced a textured, shirred effect that became her hallmark.
Sourcing exclusively from secondhand marketplaces such as Depop, Poshmark and eBay, she curates each piece with an eye for history, often rescuing garments that would otherwise end up in landfill.
Showcasing at Hypebeast Cup New York
From July 5th to 10th, Marquez will present her latest collection at the Hypebeast Cup in New York, where the designs will be displayed alongside a broader conversation about sustainable fashion in sportswear.
Beyond the runway, Marquez has partnered with several major brands, valuing these collaborations for the creative freedom they afford over the fleeting attention of being copied.
A Future Woven in Upcycled Sportswear
Looking ahead, she envisions a vibrant future for women’s soccer apparel, planning new projects that merge cultural motifs with performance fabrics, and she hopes to inspire a generation of designers to see waste as potential.