ABOUT

BLUE MATTER FOUNDER MELANY CUTNO WAS BORN AND RAISED IN NEW ORLEANS, LA. MELANY DRAWS INSPIRATION FROM HER DEEP SOUTHERN ROOTS, AND LOVE FOR HER CITY'S UNIQUE CULTURE. AS A YOUNG GIRL, HER MOTHER TAUGHT HER HOW TO DO HAIR AND ALTER HER SCHOOL GIRL UNIFORMS.

BLUE MATTER SERVES AS A REFLECTION. WE ARE ALL MIRRORS, REFLECTING PIECES OF OUR OWN JOURNEY ONTO ONE ANOTHER. FROM A YOUNG AGE, MELANY HAS BEEN DRIVEN TO EXPRESS AND EXPLORE THIS IDEOLOGY THROUGH HER WORK. AFTER MINORING IN FILM AT TULANE UNIVERSITY AND STUDYING TEXTILES AT MATERIAL INSTITUTE, BLUE MATTER WAS BIRTHED.

BLUE MATTER CLOTHING OFFERS SUSTAINABLE AND READY TO WEAR PIECES, SPECIALIZING IN KNITWEAR AND STONE JEWELRY. BRAIDS, BEING IMPERATIVE TO MELANY'S STORY, AND THE BLACK COMMUNITY, ARE A STAPLE IN HER BRAND. MELANY IS COMMITTED TO DISCOVERING SUSTAINABLE WAYS TO USE THIS PRODUCT IN SERVICE AND HONOR OF HER COMMUNITY.

BLUE MATTER PRODUCTIONS OFFERS CREATIVE DIRECTION AND CONSULTING SERVICES. MELANY BELIEVES IN USING HER VOICE TO GUIDE OTHERS INTO FINDING THEIRS. BLUE MATTER IS GROUNDED IN INTENTION AND AIMS TO POUR LIFE INTO ALL THAT CONNECT WITH OUR VISION.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Many of our pieces are made to order or require specialized handling. This extended lead time reflects our commitment to quality and sustainability, avoiding excess production and ensuring every item meets our standards.

  • At Blue Matter, every piece is made with precision and undeniable attention to detail. To ensure the highest standards of artistry, please allow 3 to 4 weeks for delivery.

    Delivery Timeline

    • Processing & Production: 2–3 weeks

    • Shipping & Final Delivery: 3–7 business days (depending on location)

    • You will receive a shipping confirmation with tracking once your order has been dispatched.

  • At Blue Matter, each piece is handcrafted with exceptional care and attention to detail. To preserve the exclusivity and integrity of our collections, we do not offer refunds. However, we are pleased to provide an exchange for eligible items.

    You may request an exchange within 14 days of receiving your order, if the following conditions are met:

    • Items are in unused, unworn, and original condition.

    • All original packaging is intact.