about
Founded in 2023, Nancaua is an independent London-based fashion brand created by Elisa Borrat Rivera that celebrates individuality through thoughtful design. Always striving for the sweet spot between masculine and feminine, the label blends slow fashion values with innovation to create unique investment pieces that are wearable yet intriguing, feel relevant, and will hopefully be passed on to generations.
Blending the best in craft, design, and technology, Nancaua presents meaningful garments that tell a story and inspire the contemporary woman who wants to dress tastefully off-beat in her everyday life. The combination of exceptional materials sourced from Italy, and impeccable tailoring made in London, the brand comprises limited edition collections in small runs enabling the Nancaua woman to shop ethically without compromising quality.
THE DESIGNER
Elisa was born and raised in Spain from a Spanish-Chilean heritage and lives in London. Having been always passionate about design and culture, she is fascinated by making concepts tangible and bringing them into everyday life.
With a BA in Industrial Design, Elisa started her career in fashion as a footwear designer in Barcelona. In 2018 she moved to London to specialize in fashion design and art direction. Her appreciation for authenticity, quality, and strong minimalist aesthetics, led her to start her own contemporary label. With transparency at its core, she aims to create the most impeccable products, without compromising quality and ethics.