About Us

Amaris & Chaya began with a quiet but powerful question:

What would it mean for children to grow up seeing themselves as worthy, beautiful, and enough — every single day?

As a mother, founder Temi noticed how deeply the things children play with and carry shape how they see themselves. Representation wasn’t just about inclusion — it was about identity, confidence, and belonging. She wanted her children, and others like them, to feel seen in the ordinary moments of life: playtime, school runs, bedtime routines, and gift-giving.

What started as a personal search for dolls and products that reflected that vision soon became something bigger.

Unable to find pieces that combined representation, softness, and meaningful affirmation, Temi began creating them herself.

Amaris & Chaya was born from that love.

Today, the brand creates thoughtfully designed dolls, affirmation tote bags, accessories, and keepsakes that do more than look beautiful — they speak life. Each piece is intentionally crafted to nurture confidence, celebrate diversity, and remind both children and adults that their identity is something to be cherished, not hidden.

At its heart, Amaris & Chaya is about meaningful gifting.

Not just presents, but reminders — of strength, kindness, heritage, and self-worth.

Whether given to a child discovering who they are, a friend navigating a new season, or yourself on a day you need encouragement, every item is designed to carry a message:

You are seen.

You are valued.

You belong.

This is more than a brand.

It is a love letter to representation, to affirmation, and to the everyday moments that shape who we become.