Štěpánka Pivcová in Glanc Magazine — The Art of Craft and True Luxury

In the latest issue of Glanc Magazine, Štěpánka Pivcová, founder of theMAYstudio, shares her story and perspective on what genuine fashion means today.
She speaks about her lifelong fascination with cashmere — a fabric that represents softness, strength, and timeless beauty — and explains why she decided to specialize exclusively in coats.

From her early beginnings as a young designer to her present work, Pivcová creates for women who value quality, craftsmanship, and elegance without excess. She reflects on her experiences from well-known Czech and international brands and how they shaped her understanding of clothing as a form of quiet confidence rather than display.

In the interview, she also addresses the ethics of consumption, reminding readers that “a T-shirt that costs one hundred crowns is made through slave labour — and no one should agree with that.”
Her philosophy is clear: to design garments that last, bring joy through their touch and detail, and hold a story within them — not just a seasonal trend.

Through theMAYstudio, Štěpánka Pivcová continues to define luxury as something deeply human — the harmony of material, form, and emotion that stands the test of time.