about

tainted is a cultural design project founded by sean clay in 2014, born in the u.s. virgin islands and developed in new york city.

rooted in the belief that people are born pure, and gradually altered by the systems around them—culture, institutions, and environment.

tainted at its core explores how identity is formed, worn, and reshaped over time between the tension of innocence and corruption. blending timeless silhouettes and high end refinement tainted tells our stories for us.