Get to Know Us
[mä-nü] noun – bird
Soaring Beyond What You Envision (our slogan)
Manu Apparel began as a dream of combining the Polynesian culture with an attitude of freedom, unity, and empowerment. The word itself translates as "bird" but the literal meaning is not as important as the figurative one. We strive to help people soar above and beyond expectations, limits, and the reality of current situations by creating clothing styles that transcend generations, heritages, and personal aesthetics.
We offer a variety of exclusive styles that have roots in ancestral beliefs, practices, and identities but encapsulate the freshness and freedom of youth. Today, young people who don the Manu apparel pieces would not be here today if not for those who came before us.
"People who provide the spark don't often get to sit by the fire."
We want to invite all into the warmth, light, and sense of community that our brand embodies.
Our Purpose
& Vision
Manu strives to create comfortable, easily wearable clothing that is inclusive, innovative, and illustrative of our Samoan people's pride of place and culture.
Our Meaning
Although Manu Apparel springs from the Samoan culture specifically, we include a wider Polynesian aesthetic in our diverse range of options. This is more than mere clothing. Our heritage leads us to imbue a deeper meaning into every word, action, name, and item. We do our best to exemplify this belief that everything has a meaning beyond the surface.
Manu is a Brand that reflects the attitudes of a strong and beautiful culture.
Our Beginning
Our grandfather taught us so much about the Samoan culture, our rich heritage and ancestors, and guided us to understand the meaning behind all. This admiration led us to launch Manu Apparel as a way to continue his legacy and share the rich inspiration he gave us.
We strive to bridge the past, present, and future, to give others attractive and meaningful ways to express themselves through apparel, and allow everyone to be true to themselves in a way that feels natural, free, and beautiful.
Meet Our Team
Iona
Editor in Chief
& Brand Ambassador
Nave
Assistant Manager
& Brand Ambassador
Tiva
Programming Editor
& Brand Ambassador