Maria Augusta is a textile artist and fashion designer. Her work exists at the intersection of art and fashion, considering how clothing can be designed for “being” rather than “having.” After studying at the Alberta University of Arts (BFA) in Calgary, Alberta & Polimoda (Masters of Fashion Collection Design) in Florence, Italy and various work opportunities across the globe, Maria returned to her hometown of Amiskwacîwâskahikan, Treaty 6 Territory (Edmonton, Alberta) to pursue her independent practice and founded Augusta Fashion & Textiles. Under the Augusta brand, Maria crafts garments that emphasize agency, personal-identity, and story-telling. Her design practices strive to break down boundaries and represent a fashion narrative that embraces the fluidity of self-expression.

Maria’s work has been featured in international publications including VOGUE Italia, VOGUE México y Latinoamérica, Photobook Sustainable Fashion Magazine, VADAMagazine, Elle Décor, and Italy’s leading art magazine, Artribune. She has also worked with renowned luxury brands such as Loro Piana, Montblanc, Gucci, Moncler and Fendi.

In addition to fashion and textile design, Maria collaborates with local artists, designers, and craftspeople establishing multidisciplinary showcases to grow the creative community and highlight fashion as an integral artistic platform. Under the Augusta brand, Maria also prioritizes creating development opportunities for other up-and-coming designers in her local community.