From Heritage to High Fashion: 5 Women-Led Sustainable Fashion Brands

November 18, 2024

Did you know that your fashion purchases might not just be costing you, but are costing our Planet as well? Sustainability in fashion is not just a trend, it is a movement that we all need to seriously think about. And this is where these visionary women come in, redefining the way we think about style. On Women Listed, you can discover the works of women entrepreneurs in fashion who are not only delivering stunning designs but also placing eco-conscious practices at the forefront of their brands.

Here are 5 Women-Led, Sustainable Fashion Brands, where fashion is more than just what you wear - it’s a statement, a movement, and a love letter to the planet.

1. Kinche by Payal Jaggi

If your wardrobe dreams of heritage textiles, upcycled magic, and fashion-forward gender-fluid pieces, Kinche is your sanctuary. Founded by Payal Jaggi, a seasoned fashion and home stylist, Kinche transforms the old into something spectacular. Here you will find products like unique jackets, blazers, and coats made from upcycled heritage fabrics, such as vintage kantha quilts.

But the creativity doesn’t end there – Payal’s venture also includes a sister brand, Kaito. The brand focuses on using biodegradable methods and on organic cotton, organic jersey, and lycra. And they take the ‘zero waste policy’ very seriously as a part of their sustainability mission. Apart from sustainable fashion, you will also find a range of home linens and accessories at this woman-led brand.

Price Range – Rs. 4,800 – Rs. 38,000

Women Listed Profile: https://womenlisted.com/payaljaggi

2. Rannglabel by Vandana Khera

Founded by Vandana Khera, Rannglabel caters to the style- and eco-conscious, modern woman, offering everything from finely crafted garments to personalized fashion appointments. Vandana’s mission is simple yet profound: to create pieces that leave minimal waste and offer maximum style. Here you will find a range of dresses, co-ord sets, kaftans, tops and jackets. Here you also have a range of maternity wear and festive wear.

The Rannglabel collection ensures that every cut, stitch, and piece of fabric is optimally utilized, following their sustainability vision. Not just the process of designing and manufacturing, even for their distribution, they seek ways that are environmentally friendly and ethical as well. Here you can find a range of printed shirts and coord sets for men as well.

Price Range – Rs. 1,499 – 28,899

Women Listed Profile: https://womenlisted.com/vandanakhera

3. Pure Loom by Ruchi Gupta

With the mantra of “May you always wear pure,” Ruchi Gupta’s Pure Loom is for those who love bright, colorful, eco-friendly fashion. With a deep focus on quality and affordability, Ruchi uses a range of natural and organic fabrics such as hemp, bamboo, linen, silk, and organic cotton. The collection is divided into Indian wear and Western wear, where you can find a variety of kurtas, tops, tunics, sarees, shirts and dresses.

Ruchi says she is passionate about fashion, fabric, and flow and is trying her best to blend all these together in an eco-friendly way for everyone. This woman-led business also serves customers globally, making sustainable and affordable fashion accessible to all.

Price Range – Rs. 800 – 8000

Women Listed Profile: https://womenlisted.com/ruchi.g

4. Itidôr by Siddhi Somani

Derived from the Sanskrit words meaning “Your Thread,” Itidôr weaves stories of heritage, sustainability, and Indian craftsmanship. Siddhi Somani uses clean linens and organic fabrics to ensure she brings out ethical fashion for all. Here you can find a range of women and mens  wear, including shirts, dresses, blazers, trench coats, kurtis, top, dhoti, trouser pants, jumpsuits and more.

With a passion for blending cultural roots with modern designs, Siddhi wants to make Itidôr a standout in the world of ethical fashion. She offers customized upcycling service, where you can connect with them to transform your old sarees or other garments into something contemporary. Her make-to-order philosophy ensures minimal waste and a personalized experience.

Price – Rs. 950 – Rs. 9,699

Women Listed Profile: https://womenlisted.com/siddhi

5. Anokha Bandhan by Mauli Halan

Sisters Mauli Halan and Aditi Gupta Arora share an Anokha Bandhan (unique bond), which led to the name of their brand. Driven by the mission to combat overflowing landfills, they rare plant- and fruit-based fabrics to make their apparel, such as bamboo, hemp, aloe vera, orange peel, soyabean, linen and others. These fabrics are eco-friendly, biodegradable, and soft for skin. At Anokha Bandhan you can shop from a variety of tops, kurtis, dresses, sarees, and more. 

Their garments use luxurious “super fabrics” that require minimal water and offer maximum comfort, championing the cause of a greener world. The sisters’ dedication to circular fashion starts with the raw materials and extends to the beautifully detailed designs.

Price Range – Rs. 1,999 – Rs. 35,000

Women Listed Profile: https://womenlisted.com/mauli

These 5 sustainable fashion brands on Women Listed are proof that women are not just making waves in fashion; they are nurturing oceans of change. So, as you revamp your wardrobe, remember that style and sustainability can, indeed, walk hand in hand.

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