YMA, the Young Mushroom Archive, was born out of the need to establish an open and sustainable art house within -the Milanese fashion landscape.
It serves as a solid foundation for building an experiment-based creative ecosystem, aiming to become a ‘fashion hub’ offering a wide range of services and expertise.
YMA is a multifaceted project that emphasizes human exchange and the importance of a space that fosters it.
Our current focus is to build a vast archive through the recovery and circulation of vintage and contemporary items, making them as accessible as possible.
Presently, all the items in the archive are available for rent by young talents and students.

We are keen on exploring various collaboration possibilities, whether peer-to-peer or institutional, thereby bridging gaps in an industry known for its economic barriers.
At YMA, sustainability encompasses both environmental concerns and the sustainability of sociocultural practices.
After two years of study and research, YMA is now opening the doors to its first concept store in Milan, following an open-source model to support individuals without distinction.
This promotes a more comprehensive approach to
‘fashionmaking,’ offering new services like a photo studio and a library-archive of reference materials. We’re also expanding our network through institutional partnerships.