A Brand with Purpose
INGJIN SAN is a luxury fashion brand rooted in personal truth and cultural preservation. Created by Burmese-American designer Ingjin San, the brand brings traditional Burmese textiles and Acheik print into bold, modern expression, redefining what luxury means through authenticity, heritage, and resilience.
What began as a deeply personal pursuit, a way to express creativity, independence, and identity, has grown into a mission: to bring authentic Burmese artistry to the global fashion stage. INGJIN SAN designs are more than clothing, they are wearable statements of resilience, strength, and beauty. Each collection honors both the designer’s own story and the stories of the communities behind the textile, patterns, and designs.
A Message From Ingjin
I started my brand, INGJIN SAN, to express my authentic self and share the story of my roots, Burma.
My brand was born from my love for creating designs, my heritage as a Burmese-American, and a deep responsibility to share the story of a people who are too often silenced. The fabrics from our custom and signature lines are handwoven in Myanmar (Burma), a country currently in the midst of a violent civil war, following the military coup that overthrew its democratically elected government. And yet, despite it all, the artisans we work with continue to create with extraordinary strength, precision, and pride. That kind of resilience deserves to be seen, and worn.
Every piece we make is a tribute to that story. It’s not just fashion, it’s history, identity, and resilience in wearable form. When you wear INGJIN SAN, you’re not just wearing bold statement designs, you’re representing and carrying a piece of strength, beauty, and culture.
What Defines Us
At our core, we believe luxury is about intention, purpose, and meaning. Our work isn’t created for mass appeal, it’s designed for those who value craftsmanship, authenticity, and sustainability.
Every garment from the custom and signature line is a bold, limited-edition piece that combines contemporary design with rich textile tradition. From sketch to finish, we focus on detail, quality, and the story. The spirit of each piece is fearless, unapologetic, and deeply intentional, meant to empower the wearer as much as it honors the maker.
We use authentic Acheik, a traditional Burmese textile that’s entirely handwoven by skilled artisans using centuries-old techniques for our custom and signature lines. These textiles are rare, intricate, and take weeks or even months to make. We honor this craftsmanship by working directly with the artisans, paying fair wages, and giving credit where it’s due.
We focus our production in Burma and NYC, but also import ethically source printed Acheik from trusted partners around the world. These printed versions preserve the iconic patterns while making them more accessible and versatile. Alongside these, we integrate other high-quality, sustainably sourced fabrics chosen for their longevity, feel, and ability to carry a story for our ready-to-wear and accessory lines.
In Burma, we work directly with artisan families and small-scale production teams to support ethical, meaningful work. In NYC, we collaborate with experienced local makers and manufacturers who help us bring each garment to life with intention and craftsmanship. In this way, we stay rooted in our origin while building our future.
What We Believe
We don’t mass produce. We don’t cut corners. And we don’t believe in status luxury.
At INGJIN SAN, we’re building a transparent supply chain that honors every hand that touches our work, from the loom to the studio. Sustainability isn’t a trend to us, it’s the only way forward. Every piece is made in small batches, with purpose and meaning. Minimal waste, no fluff, just lasting design that mean something.
Our signature textile is Acheik, a centuries-old Burmese handwoven fabric, woven by skilled artisans using intricate, labor-intensive techniques. We source both authentic handwoven Acheik and ethically produced printed Acheik directly from Burma. Alongside these, we incorporate other high-quality, sustainable fabrics selected for their integrity and long-term wearability.
Why It Matters
My brand is very personal. It’s a love letter to my late mother, my culture, my community, and to everyone who’s fought to be seen.
Every purchase supports artisans in Burma, helps preserve traditional textile craftsmanship, and contributes to a more intentional and purposeful fashion industry. When you wear INGJIN SAN, you’re embodying resilience, beauty, and culture; you’re joining a movement that values meaningful art and shared humanity.
Thank you for being part of our story.
With love and purpose,
INGJIN SAN
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About The Designer
Ingjin San is a Burmese-American
fashion designer whose journey has
been defined by resilience, dedication,
and a deep love for fashion.
Now based in the heart of New York City, Ingjin was originally born and raised in Yangon, Myanmar (Rangoon, Burma).
Ingjin immigrated to the United States when
she was just nineteen years old, and has since
become a self-naturalized citizen of
The United States of America.
As a teenager, Ingjin knew she wanted to create designs. However, not having the opportunity to pursue fashion in Myanmar, she obtained a two
year degree in Machine Tools & Design.
Once in America, she immediately obtained an American High School Diploma, & began working & studying Fashion Design at the SLCC Fashion Institute.
She launched the INGJIN SAN fashion
brand in 2017, debuting her first collection at
Massif Fashion Week in Denver, Colorado.
After that first collection show, Ingjin received
several invitations to show her designs on runways in New York, LA, London, Paris, Monte Carlo, Canada, and other places, each offering her a chance to showcase her brand.
That’s what led her to New York Fashion Week,
where she showed collection after collection.
Thank you for being part of her journey and supporting Ingjin’s pursuit of creativity and craftsmanship.
Fashion Career
Once in America, she immediately obtained an American High School Diploma, & began working
& studying Fashion Design at the
SLCC Fashion Institute.
She launched the INGJIN SAN fashion brand
in 2017, debuting her first collection at
Massif Fashion Week in Denver, Colorado.
After that first collection show, Ingjin received
several invitations to show her designs on runways
in New York, LA, London, Paris, Monte Carlo,
Canada, and other places, each offering her a
chance to showcase her brand.
That’s what led her to New York Fashion Week,
where she showed collection after collection.
Thank you for being part of her journey and supporting Ingjin’s pursuit of creativity and craftsmanship.
Ingjin San
Ingjin San is a Burmese-American fashion designer whose journey has been defined by resilience, dedication, and a deep love for fashion.
Now based in the heart of New York City, Ingjin was originally born and raised in Yangon, Myanmar (Rangoon, Burma).
Ingjin immigrated to the United States when
she was just nineteen years old, and has since
become a self-naturalized citizen of
The United States of America.
As a teenager, Ingjin knew she wanted to create designs. However, not having the opportunity to pursue fashion in Myanmar, she obtained a two
year degree in Machine Tools & Design.