Textile Waste

In the face of a growing textile waste crisis, the younger generation emerges as key contributors to environmental preservation. Notably, a significant share of global textile production is discarded, presenting substantial environmental issues. With this awareness, the youth can take the lead in advocating for sustainable practices, redirecting resources away from the considerable annual textile waste, and fostering positive change in the industry.

Namrutha Ramanathan

Upcyclie

Upcyclie is driven by a singular purpose: to eliminate fabric waste and establish a circular economy. In Chennai alone, a staggering 251 tonnes of textile waste are dumped into landfills daily, with an annual increase of 8% since 2016. Our goal is to produce top-quality products using fabric waste, achieved through the engagement of women at every stage of the process.

Dr. Laghna Gowda

Sustainable fashion week india

Laghna is a Practicing Paediatric Dentist and child psychologist . She is ​building and host community based activities to normalise slow and ​sustainable fashion. They have already hosted various events like ​upcycling jeans and denim, clothes swaps, pop-ups of circular and ​sustainable fashion and workshops for jewellery-making, sewing and ​embroidery.

Kalluri Soumya

dwij-Upcycled in India

We upcycle post-consumer jeans and denim to make bags!

Our upcycled fashion accessories are tailor-made and not mass ​manufactured. Each garment or material is handled and cut separately

Find a range of upcycled denim totes, slings, pouches and backpacks at ​Dwij Products

Shubhi Sachan

Material library of India

At Material Library of India, we revamp the utilization of industrial and agricultural waste by blending traditional crafts with modern materials. Leveraging traditional craftsmanship, we transform even the toughest materials into fluid surfaces through intricate weaves. These creative processes facilitate the organic conversion of industrial waste into usable products, allowing us to extract latent value from these materials.

Dr. Priyanka Abhishek

Sustainable fashion week india

We democratize sustainable fashion, empowering people with skills and resources to drive a positive shift in our relationship with clothes. Our inclusive approach emphasizes diverse actions for a greener fashion future, regardless of background or budget. We aim to build a powerful platform for consumers and businesses through direct activities and fostering a connected #SFWcommunity across the UK and beyond.