Disrupting Raleigh's Fashion Scene with Sustainability and Bespoke Design
Sai Sei Upcycle skillfully merges vintage clothing with modern design
Our Story
The Beginning
Sai Sei Upcycle is bringing “Dopamine Dressing” vibes with sustainable design. The brand offers everything you love about vintage clothing but with a modern twist, incorporating silhouettes typically found in luxury brands. Sai Sei Upcycle Specializes in a mix of vintage treasures, 100-year-old trims, ostrich feathers, unique detailing with tulle, and even hand-painted touches. The founder and designer, Heather VanWagner, is a downtown Raleigh resident and has quickly immersed herself within the Raleigh fashion scene. If you want to look like you just walked out Carrie Bradshaw’s closet and onto the set of Sex and the City, you need to check out Sai Sei Upcycle.
Our Philosophy
At Sai Sei Upcycle, we believe that clothing is more than just apparel. Each garment is carefully designed to feel like wearable art, allowing individuals to express themselves through their own unique style.
Heather VanWagner
About the Founder
Heather VanWagner, an FIT alum, has worked with some of the biggest names in the business including Vera Wang and Jennifer Lopez. For VanWagner, Sai Sei represents more than a brand; it's a professional calling—a dedicated venture that merges her expertise in fashion with her commitment to sustainability & innovation.