About
BAIN is a brand rooted in intention, transparency, and timeless form. Born from a profound desire to create objects of both beauty and purpose, founder Linsey Myriam Bain launched her eponymous label in 2019 with a series of minimalist bags made for all occasions. The collection has since evolved to offer an exclusive range of silk scarves hand-painted by the designer herself, elaborating on the modular wardrobe of today with poetic motifs in vivid colour.
Trained in Fashion Design and Art History, Linsey brings a deep understanding of craft, material, and cultural context to her work. With over a decade of experience in accessories design, she founded BAIN from an urge to make fewer, better pieces with artistic intention and responsible manufacturing.
Designed in Montreal with an outward perspective, BAIN emphasises the thoughtful intention behind slower processes, choosing craft over large-scale production. In keeping with a commitment to transparency, collections are available to pre-order to reduce waste and overconsumption. Each piece is crafted in limited quantities from premium materials chosen for refinement and durability.
The silhouettes are clean, the approach is quiet — for those who see art in the essential.
THE BASE
DRAWING
Each scarf begins with a hand-drawn sketch, scaled precisely to the frame. Lines define the structure and rhythm that guide the composition.
PAINTING
THE ARTWORK
The drawing is transferred onto silk, then painted by hand using specialized dye pigments. Each hue is mixed in-studio and applied in layers over hours, sometimes days, to achieve depth and balance.
SETTING
THE DYES
The finished piece is wrapped and steamed for several hours. This step fixes the pigments deep into the fibers. It is then washed in a gentle detergent to remove any excess dye, leaving a clean and permanent surface.
THE LAST
FINISHES
Once dry, the scarf is pressed, its hem hand-stitched, and the final piece inspected in natural light. Each one bears subtle traces of the hand, making no two alike.