Our Story

Meet the owner

From 14-Year-Old Visionary to Founder of 14th Pharaoh Apparel

Hey there! I’m Matthew, the founder & CEO of 14th Pharaoh Apparel, based in Chicago. I started this journey when I was 14 years old. I wanted to create a brand for kids like me who love expressing themselves through clothing. I was driven by a strong desire to stand out, so I set out to offer a diverse range of styles and healthy fabrics that empower individuals to make a statement. From the very beginning, 14th Pharaoh Apparel has been all about celebrating authenticity, sustainability, and promoting self-confidence through fashion. Join me as we build a style empire to inspire and empower individuals globally and make one's own fashion reign supreme.

14th Pharoah Apparel is a brand built on passion and a commitment to real change in fashion. I believe style is not just about looking good; it's about caring for the wearer’s health.

At 14th Pharaoh, we prioritize health by using high-quality, breathable, organic materials in our garments. Unlike synthetic fabrics like polyester, which can irritate sensitive skin, we are committed to promoting well-being in fashion. 

Our target market includes people of all ages who value sustainability, quality, and originality. Like my great-grandmother, a seamstress, and her mother before her, who owned a boutique, I embody the same creative drive.

My Ready to Wear designer collection, Mernoia, includes causal, street, and dress wear and focuses on unique handcrafted pieces that inspire creativity and individuality.

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VISION

At 14th Pharaoh Apparel, we aspire to promote mental and emotional well-being through style by prioritizing unique, high-quality pieces that diverge from conventional trends. Our goal is to become a designer brand that authentically embodies our values and is accessible to everyone who shares our vision.

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MISSION

Our mission is to construct stylish, sustainable, pieces that inspire individuals to embrace their authenticity and express themselves in a manner that reflects their true selves.

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VALUES

01 | Leadership, Ethics, Integrity, & Trust

02 | Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

03 | Empowerment, Accountability & Community Service

04 | Collaboration, Growth & Sustainability