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Rooted By Arpitharai
Arpitharai
52 episodes
4 days ago
Rooted by Arpitharai Stories from below the surface. This podcast explores the quiet, often unseen forces shaping a more conscious fashion world. Hosted by fashion designer and storyteller Arpitha Rai, each episode features voices behind the seams—from upcyclers and fiber innovators to educators, artisans, and media changemakers. We uncover the roots of circular fashion, ethical systems, heritage, and creative resilience. For those drawn to stories that nourish slow fashion and mindful making—you're home. 🌱 New episodes every Sunday.
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Rooted by Arpitharai Stories from below the surface. This podcast explores the quiet, often unseen forces shaping a more conscious fashion world. Hosted by fashion designer and storyteller Arpitha Rai, each episode features voices behind the seams—from upcyclers and fiber innovators to educators, artisans, and media changemakers. We uncover the roots of circular fashion, ethical systems, heritage, and creative resilience. For those drawn to stories that nourish slow fashion and mindful making—you're home. 🌱 New episodes every Sunday.
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Rooted By Arpitharai
Student Voices The SHOCKING Truth About Creating a Digital Footprint

This episode is part of my social impact project, Within Reach. I recently connected with the final-year fashion students of KB Women’s College, Hazaribagh, Jharkhand, for a webinar on Building Your Digital Identity After College.

Instead of sharing the full session, I’m bringing you highlights from the Q&A with students. Their questions reflect what it feels like to step out of college and into the digital world as young designers—full of curiosity, courage, and creativity.


About Within ReachThrough Within Reach, I aim to make skills, opportunities, and resources accessible to everyone—through upcycling workshops, community collaborations, educational programs, women's empowerment, and support for emerging ethical fashion voices.

🎧 Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms.

Hosted by Arpitha, eco-fashion designer, storyteller & founder of Second Time by Arpitha Rai


⏰ CHAPTERS ⏰

0:00 Preview

0:32 Introduction

1:54 Inspiration

2:30 How to choose your line of work?

4:23 How to get your first opportunity?

5:28 Do you need expensive equipment?

6:09 Embroidery as a niche on social media

9:29 How to use trends without loosing own style?

11:47 Can we start work without money?

13:18 How important is editing videos?

15:00 How to make portfolio attractive?

19:03 How to carry ourselves for an interview?

23:05 How to open up confidentially?

28:31 How to visually express our brand?

33:03 How to show ourselves not fake?

35:38 what would be the first post and why?

37:05 How to use forecasting for your benefit?

42:50 How to convince someone to work with me?

43:24 Creating a design from idea to final piece?

46:43 Closing thoughts

#RootedPodcast #WithinReach #DigitalIdentity #StudentVoices #SustainableFashion #ConsciousLiving

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2 months ago
47 minutes 37 seconds

Rooted By Arpitharai
The Power of Saying No — In Life, Fashion & For the Planet | Rooted by Arpitharai

Saying no isn’t selfish — it’s a way of honouring yourself and the planet.
In this episode of Rooted by Arpitharai, I explore the layers of No — from personal boundaries to sustainable fashion choices in today’s Rooted reflections.


You’ll hear:
Why “No” often feels hard — and how to make it easier
How saying “No” to plastic, pressure, and people-pleasing creates space for a better “Yes”
Why fashion needs our “No” — for both personal and environmental well-being

Whether you’re learning to set boundaries in your personal life or choosing a more sustainable wardrobe, this episode will inspire you to say No with clarity and grace.


Listen & Subscribe:
Instagram → @arpitharai
YouTube → @arpitharai
Spotify → https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/arpitharais

Apple Podcast → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rooted-by-arpitharai/


#RootedByArpitharai #SustainableFashion #MindfulLiving #SayNo

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2 months ago
13 minutes 54 seconds

Rooted By Arpitharai
Designing for the Earth: Senjuti on Circular Fashion & Slow Living

Senjuti Chakraborty’s journey took her from the chaos of fashion weeks to the quiet rhythms of Auroville farms.

In this episode of Rooted by Arpitharai (formerly Style Meets Sustainability), she opens up about walking away from styling, choosing slow living, learning sustainability as a life practice, and finding purpose in simplicity.

We explore:

  • How sustainable fashion became a personal commitment
  • What permaculture and composting taught her about design
  • Circular choices in daily life, especially clothing
  • Redefining beauty, identity, and feminine freedom
  • Her current work as a UX designer aligned with conscious values

If you’re looking to begin your own journey into intentional fashion or eco-friendly living—this episode offers insights, grounding stories, and ideas that are both practical and powerful.

Watch, reflect, and grow with us.
Subscribe to stay rooted in conscious fashion, circular design, and mindful living.

#RootedByArpitharai #SlowFashionIndia #SustainableDesign

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2 months ago
1 hour 20 minutes 44 seconds

Rooted By Arpitharai
The Mindset Shift That Changed My Life: Relationships, Wardrobe & Wellbeing

When I stopped asking others to change and focused only on myself, everything around me began to transform.In this deeply personal solo episode of Rooted by Arpitharai, I share how a mindset shift impacted every part of my life—relationships, clothing choices, and health.

You’ll hear about:

– How I rebuilt my relationship with my husband and daughter by changing how I communicate

– The process of creating a capsule wardrobe rooted in minimalism and intention

– The lifestyle shifts that brought me back from years of insomnia

– Why I never tell others to change, and how that approach inspired quiet transformation in my family and communityThis episode is an invitation to begin with one thing—yourself.


Because transformation starts within, and mindset is the most powerful tool we have.If this episode resonates, please subscribe, leave a comment, and share it with someone who might need to hear it.

Listen to more episodes of Rooted by Arpitharai https://shorturl.at/9hI0A

Instagram: @arpitharai https://www.instagram.com/arpitharai Clothing brand: Second Time by Arpitha Rai https://www.instagram.com/arpitharais

Website: www.arpitharai.com

#RootedByArpitharai #MindsetShift #MinimalWardrobe #SustainableLiving #CapsuleCloset #SlowFashionPodcast
⏰ CHAPTERS ⏰

0:00 Preview

0:32 Intro

1:23 Relationships

2:47 Clothing

4:05 Health and lifestyle

5:53 Spirituality

6:30 Final Thoughts

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3 months ago
7 minutes 46 seconds

Rooted By Arpitharai
Can Clothes Evolve Like Us? Ayurvedic Activewear with Manju Bargavi | Rooted by Arpitharai

In this episode of Rooted by Arpitharai, I sit down with Manju Bargavi, co-founder of Itisu, a sustainable activewear brand that combines Ayurvedic dyeing, local artisan collaboration, and plant-based color innovation.

We explore what it means to create clothes that change over time—reflecting the wearer’s journey. Manju shares her insights from working in Tirupur, the philosophy behind Itisu, and why she believes sustainable fashion must go beyond materials into mindset.

If you’re curious about Ayurvedic textiles, soil-based dyeing, or the future of mindful activewear—this conversation is for you.

#RootedByArpitharai | Watch more episodes: https://youtube.com/@arpitharai



Connect with Manju Bargavi:

• Instagram ➭ https://www.instagram.com/itisu.in/ 


• Website ➭ https://itisu.in/ 


•  LinkedIn ➭ https://www.linkedin.com/in/manju-bargavi-02807744/ 


Connect with me:

• Instagram ➭ https://www.instagram.com/arpitharai 


• Apple ➭ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rooted-by-arpitharai/


• Spotify ➭ https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/arpitharais


• FaceBook ➭ https://www.facebook.com/arpitharais


• Website ➭ https://arpitharai.com 


• Latest links ➭ https://linktr.ee/arpitharai


• Linkedin ➭ https://www.linkedin.com/in/arpitharai/ 



⏰ CHAPTERS ⏰

0:00 Preview

0:38 Intro

2:17 Take away from this conversation

2:58 What made you stop buying synthetic clothes

6:34 Why don’t you believe in Fashion?

9:57 What is Itisu?

11:47 What made you choose activewear for Itisu?

16:22 How is your life influenced by your work?

20:17 What’s the process of dyeing? 

29:12 What is Earth dyeing?

39:58 What has the response for changing colours?

46:16 What does a sustainable mindset mean to you?

49:35 What have those collaborations taught you?

55:50 How is sizing done for your brand?

1:02:56 How do we approach activewear clothing today?

1:08:55 What is your style like?

1:14:01 The term “sustainable fashion” is losing its meaning?

1:21:28 Advise for a conscious way of living?

1:24:42 What keeps you hopeful?

1:27:19 Experience being on Rooted

1:28:31 Previous guest question

1:30:23 Question for next guest

1:31:07 Thank you & Final thoughts


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3 months ago
1 hour 32 minutes 10 seconds

Rooted By Arpitharai
Zero Waste Lifestyle & Conscious Fashion | Rooted by Arpitharai ft. Laure​

In this episode of Rooted by Arpitharai, I speak with Laure (@ecolorette), who has lived a nearly zero-waste lifestyle for the past 8 years. We explore her approach to sustainable clothing, menstrual hygiene, secondhand fashion, and living with intention.This conversation is not about being perfect—it’s about everyday practices that create long-term impact.If you're interested in circular fashion, upcycling, capsule wardrobes, and mindful consumption, this one’s for you.Watch full episode to learn:* How zero-waste living is possible in fashion* Simple shifts to start your journey* Why conscious choices matter now more than everSubscribe for more stories rooted in sustainability.Connect with Laure:• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Ecolorette • Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurehuys/• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ecolorette/ Connect with me:• Instagram ➭ https://www.instagram.com/arpitharai • Apple ➭ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rooted-by-arpitharai/• Spotify ➭ https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/arpitharais• FaceBook ➭ https://www.facebook.com/arpitharais• Website ➭ https://arpitharai.com • Linkedin ➭ https://www.linkedin.com/in/arpitharai/ ⏰ CHAPTERS ⏰0:00 Preview0:40 Intro3:01 About Laure7:33 What made you choose sustainable lifestyle?10:50 Biggest mindset shifts or lifestyle changes12:29 Sustainable menstrual options16:01 How do you shop for clothes?20:25 Repair, reuse, and upcycle clothes23:06 Thoughts on hand-me-downs? 26:06 How to avoid waste in social situation29:46 Thoughts on slow fashion30:36 Impact of surrounding on sustainable life35:12 Experience of tough moments39:17 Where to start zero waste life?39:34 Previous guest question40:44 Experience being on Rooted41:32 Thank you42:02 Final thoughts

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3 months ago
42 minutes 43 seconds

Rooted By Arpitharai
Plant-Based Fashion That Returns to Soil | Rooted by Arpitharai ft. JIWYA

Welcome to Rooted by Arpitharai — where we go below the surface of the fashion industry.In this episode, Arpitha sits down with Aishwarya Lahariya, co-founder of JIWYA — a revolutionary brand blending plant-based design, traditional craft, and textile science.

You’ll hear how JIWYA collaborates with over 150 artisans, creates garments that biodegrade back into the soil, and redefines what true luxury means in a sustainable world.

Also available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & all major platforms.

Learn more about JIWYA:

Jiwya: https://www.jiwya.com/pages/our-story


Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jiwya_official/


LinkedIn: https://in.linkedin.com/company/jiwya


Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@jiwya_official


Learn more about Arpitharai:

• Instagram ➭ https://www.instagram.com/arpitharai 


• Youtube ➭ https://www.youtube.com/arpitharai 


• YT Podcast ➭ https://shorturl.at/9hI0A 


• FaceBook ➭ https://www.facebook.com/arpitharais


• Website ➭ https://arpitharai.com 


• Latest links ➭ https://linktr.ee/arpitharai


• Linkedin ➭ https://www.linkedin.com/in/arpitharai/ 

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3 months ago
1 hour 3 minutes 38 seconds

Rooted By Arpitharai
What's REALLY Next in Fashion Fabric Technology? | Rooted by Arpitharai

This episode of Rooted by Arpitharai features Cinzia Gremmo, CEO of Italtex, Italy’s premier studio for fashion fabric trend books.
We explore how Italtex has stayed ahead since 1959 by blending textile expertise with a forward-thinking approach to sustainability.

What’s inside:
– What trend books are and how they shape global fashion
– Sustainable textile innovations: Himalayan grass fibre, undyed wool, and stone-powder dyes
– The truth about garment labels and why fibre blends matter
– Personal stories from Cinzia’s life in the woodlands of Biella
– Why culture, community, and nature should all be part of fashion’s future

Subscribe for more stories shaping a conscious and circular fashion world.

Watch now & don’t forget to comment what part inspired you most!

#RootedbyArpitharai #Italtex #FashionForecasting #SustainableFabrics #CircularFashion


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• Youtube ➭ https://www.youtube.com/arpitharai 


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• Website ➭ https://arpitharai.com 


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• Linkedin ➭ https://www.linkedin.com/in/arpitharai/ 

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4 months ago
34 minutes 37 seconds

Rooted By Arpitharai
How Media Can Change Fashion: Richa Bansal on Responsible Storytelling and Sustainability

In this episode of Style Meets Sustainability, we speak with Richa Bansal, co-founder of texfash.com, a global digital publication at the crossroads of sustainability, fashion, and journalism. With over 30 years in media, Richa shares why storytelling matters, how the fashion industry must embrace transparency, and what real sustainability looks like beyond trends. If you're into ethical fashion, circular systems, or just want to be better informed—this one’s for you.Keywords: responsible fashion journalism, sustainable fashion media, circular fashion insights, eco-conscious clothing, transparency in fashion, texfash.com⏰ CHAPTERS ⏰0:00 Introduction1:15 Richa’s journey into the world of fashion media10:24 Do you attend fashion shows?13:42 What did you go through to create Texfash.com?24:55 What shifts have you noticed in fashion media?29:11 Why was transparency important to you?39:00 How can fashion media support ethical change?46:07 What does true sustainability mean to you?49:53 How can readers spot greenwashing?57:41 What stories are missing from fashion conversations?1:03:27 What are some inspiring examples of brands?1:06:33 What should students keep in mind to work with impact?1:08:04 Snappy seconds1:10:29 Thank you

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4 months ago
1 hour 10 minutes 56 seconds

Rooted By Arpitharai
How Fashion Media Can Drive Real Change | With Salil Chawla

This week on ‘Style Meets Sustainability,’ I’m in conversation with Mr. Salil Chawla, Director at DFU Publications—an influential figure who has spent 35+ years navigating and reporting on the fashion and textile industry.

We talk about the power of storytelling in fashion media, how trade publications can support sustainability, and the growing influence of platforms like Easitex in enabling circular systems.

This conversation offers a rare, thoughtful lens on what it means to shape change from behind the scenes—and how the right information can empower everyone, from designers to manufacturers.

Tune in if you’re building, studying, or simply curious about what fashion could look like when innovation meets awareness.


⏰ CHAPTERS ⏰

0:00 Introduction

1:38 Journey into fashion and textile media world

4:16 Major trends in the apparel and retail sector

7:33 sustainability and circular fashion mean for big media platforms

12:39 What would be the steps for consumers to take?

16:40 Example of a brand or retailer using circular systems effectively

22:52 What can regular people do to make fashion more eco‑friendly?

30:30 How can media groups educate both brands and consumers?

36:56 DFU Publications content strategy to cover sustainable fashion

42:54 Challenges faced promoting eco‑fashion topics in the media

47:55 Advice to young professionals in sustainable fashion media

51:27 Where would you see the fashion & textile media in the next five years?

53:55 One message for our listeners about conscious fashion

57:59 Snappy seconds

1:04:32 Thank you

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4 months ago
1 hour 5 minutes 21 seconds

Rooted By Arpitharai
Why One Size Never Fits All: The Nivoraa Story of Fit, Fabric & Conscious Fashion

Nivoraa is a consciously crafted clothing label blending sustainability, inclusive sizing, and vibrant, plant-based fashion. In this episode of Style Meets Sustainability, Arpitha speaks with the founder of Nivoraa about her journey, the frustrations that led to building a made-to-order, body-loving brand, and how award-winning Himalayan fiber HimGra plays a key role in this story.

This conversation unpacks what it truly means to make and wear ethical clothes—from design to delivery—and why real sustainability goes beyond neutral colors and token gestures.

Whether you’re curious about slow fashion, starting your own eco-label, or just want clothes that fit and feel like you, this episode has plenty to offer.

⏰ CHAPTERS ⏰

0:00 Introduction

1:09 What led you to start Nivoraa?

4:07 Body inclusivity based on body shape

12:51 How do you manage patterns for each body type?

14:21 What is special about your plant-based fabrics?

19:12 How is silk Himgra different from cotton Himgra

21:22 How did you discover Himgra? Full story.

24:59 What other fabrics do you use for your brand?

28:26 Are bright colors a conscious choice at Nivoraa?

31:26 Why was a joyful work culture important to you?

35:07 Balancing ethics and aesthetics while designing

37:30 Transition from corporate to fashion

45:13 What does it really mean for clothing to be sustainable?

49:00 Difference between conscious fashion and greenwashing

51:50 Small steps people can take to start dressing responsibly

55:10 How are you working on the trims in your collection?

58:21 Identify a brand if it is truly sustainable

1:00:00 Why is body inclusivity still so rare in fashion?

1:02:24 What challenges have you faced as a founder?

1:03:41 Are Indian consumers shifting toward sustainable fashion?

1:05:41 What advice would you give for new brands?

1:06:57 What’s your bigger dream for Nivoraa?

1:07:49 Snappy seconds

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4 months ago
1 hour 12 minutes 55 seconds

Rooted By Arpitharai
Dyeing for Change: Exploring Herbal Textiles with Arun Baid

Join us in this enlightening episode of Style Meets Sustainability as we chat with Arun Baid, the visionary behind Truetone Ink. Discover how herbal dyes are making waves in the sustainable fashion industry.In this episode:* Arun's transition from chemical waste management to sustainable dyeing* The intricacies of herbal dyeing processes* The role of herbal dyes in circular fashion* Advice for brands and consumers on embracing sustainabilityDon't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more insights into conscious living.Links to explore:Truetone Ink website: https://www.truetoneink.com/Reach out to them: Truetoneinquiry@gmail.com Natural Dyes of India book: https://www.calicomuseum.org/shop/natural-dyeing-processes-of-india-standard-edition/ #sustainablefashion #HerbalDyes #CircularFashion #EcoFriendlyTextiles #SlowFashion #ConsciousConsumerism #MinimalWardrobe #Upcycling #Recycling #Rewearing⏰ CHAPTERS ⏰0:00 Introduction0:45 Journey from chemical waste to True tone Ink5:53 Waste that was Arun working with7:42 Any textile industry background?8:50 How are herbal dyes different from synthetic dyes?14:58 My thoughts and doubts on how these can be used in handlooms17:16 Environmental benefits of herbal dyes 20:14 How is the colour fastening of herbal dyes?21:43 How do you source raw materials for dyes?22:40 Process of creating herbal dyes at Truetone Ink25:07 What is the scalability for larger production?26:18 Challenges faced in promoting herbal dyes27:59 Reasons why fashion industry do not choose eco friendly dyes32:47 Success stories35:05 How do herbal dyes contribute to circular fashion?37:35 How can consumers support this movement?39:22 Certifications or standards that Truetone Ink adheres to41:04 How do they impact your business?41:39 Advice for emerging brands adopting sustainable dyeing42:51 Resources for dying fabrics44:11 Future of sustainable fashion, in dyeing techniques45:20 upcoming projects of Truetone Ink46:50 Reach to True Tone Ink47:53 Snappy seconds51:33 Closing thoughts


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4 months ago
52 minutes 10 seconds

Rooted By Arpitharai
Inside Fashion’s Eco Future: Fabric Innovation & Circular Design with Madhumita

In this episode of Style Meets Sustainability, Arpitha speaks with Madhumita—a product developer and sustainable fashion expert who has worked with Nike, H&M, and Acne Studios. They dive into fabric innovation, behind-the-scenes truths of eco collections, and how real sustainability happens at every step. A must-listen for fashion lovers, slow fashion advocates, and anyone curious about building a conscious wardrobe.Links Mentioned In The Video:HauteLeMode: https://www.youtube.com/@hautelemodeFashion Road Man: https://www.youtube.com/@FashionRoadman WGSN: https://www.youtube.com/@wgsn

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5 months ago
1 hour 30 minutes 15 seconds

Rooted By Arpitharai
Textile Waste, Women Power & the Future of Upcycling | Useme Works

Style Meets Sustainability PodcastGuest: Meenakshi Sharma | Founder, Use Me Works, Host: ArpithaIn this episode, we talk to Meenakshi Sharma, a pioneer in textile upcycling and social impact through fashion. Her brand, Use Me Works, blends design, community, and purpose to create lifestyle products from textile waste—while training and uplifting women artisans from underprivileged backgrounds.Discover:* What upcycling looks like on a community scale* How waste can be turned into functional beauty* The emotional stories behind Use Me Works* How brands can align with sustainability without greenwashing🔔 Subscribe for more conversations that matter!

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#sustainabilitypodcast #UpcycledFashion #WomenLedBusiness #CircularEconomy #EcoFashionIndia

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5 months ago
1 hour 10 seconds

Rooted By Arpitharai
Are Your Sanitary Pads Harming the Planet? What No One Tells You + Eco Alternatives

Are your sanitary pads harming the environment?💔 In this week's eye-opening video, I break down the shocking truth about disposable pads and why they are terrible for the planet—plus sustainable period alternatives that you can switch to today!Pee safe menstrual cup: https://amzn.to/4iXwx58Menstrual Cup Sterilizer: https://amzn.to/44th4GD 🌿 Eco-Friendly Menstrual Alternatives Covered:✔️ Bamboo Pads – soft, biodegradable, easy to use✔️ Menstrual Cups – long-lasting, cost-effective, zero waste✔️ Cloth Pads – reusable, chemical-free, and comfy✔️ Period Underwear – leak-proof and hassle-free✔️ Organic Tampons – safer and biodegradable✔️ Menstrual Discs – great for long wear and intimacyWe all deserve safe, sustainable, and comfortable menstrual products. Let’s normalize this conversation and make informed choices!Comment below: What menstrual product do you use? Have you tried any eco-friendly alternatives? Let’s chat!✅ Subscribe for more sustainable living content! 🔔🔗 Follow me on Instagram for daily sustainability tips: https://www.instagram.com/arpitharai/#SustainablePeriods #EcoFriendlyMenstruation #MenstrualCup #ClothPads #PlasticFreePeriods #ZeroWasteLiving #PeriodTalk #GreenChoices #SustainableLifestyle #EcoFriendlyChoices #WomenEmpowerment #minimalistlifestyle

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5 months ago
10 minutes 26 seconds

Rooted By Arpitharai
How Safe Are Your Clothes? Natural vs Synthetic Dyes with Namrata

In this episode of Style Meets Sustainability, I sit down with Namrata, co-founder of ColorAshram, a natural dye academy in Mysore, India. Learn how natural dyes are being revolutionized for industrial use with patented technology, what students learn at ColorAshram, and the deeper philosophical roots of dyeing consciously.🎧 Topics covered:* Synthetic vs. Natural Dyes* Patented dye technology* Environmental impact of dyes* Color extraction from plants* Training future sustainable designersIf you’re interested in sustainable fashion, ethical textiles, or eco-friendly dyeing, this episode is a must-watch.🔗 Learn more: https://www.colorashram.com/colors🎙️ Follow the podcast: https://shorturl.at/9hI0A 📸 Follow Namrata: https://www.instagram.com/colorashramfoundation/ 👗 Host: Arpitha | https://www.instagram.com/arpitharai/ #NaturalDyes #SustainableFashionIndia #EcoDyeing #ColorAshram #TextileInnovation #SustainableLiving #FashionEducation #TrueToneInk #NaturalColors #IndianTextiles #SlowFashion #StyleMeetsSustainability #arpitharai

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6 months ago
1 hour 10 minutes 19 seconds

Rooted By Arpitharai
How Handmade Jewelry Became a Movement for Women Empowerment | Paulami Saha

Join host Arpitha as she speaks with Paulami Saha—an accessory designer and founder of a sustainable jewelry brand that empowers women artisans. Discover how Paulami blends craft, sustainability, and purpose to create designs that are as impactful as they are beautiful.

📌 What we cover:

* Women-led sustainable business

* Working with rural artisans

* Sustainable fashion practices

* Creative challenges and solutions

* Balancing entrepreneurship and motherhood

* Collaborations with craftspeople

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6 months ago
1 hour 13 minutes 15 seconds

Rooted By Arpitharai
Vybrana : The Banana Fibre Revolution in Fashion with Sandesh Saxena

In this episode of Style Meets Sustainability, I'm joined by Sandesh Saxena, General Manager at Gencrest. Gencrest is revolutionizing the textile world with innovative sustainable fibers made from agri-residues like banana stems, hemp, and flax. Their flagship fiber, Vybrana, is part of a fully circular system that empowers farmers, reduces waste, and provides the fashion world with high-performance eco-fabrics.We talk about* Banana fibre innovations* Global sales strategy & expansion plans* Vybrana’s technical superiority* Sustainable production & zero-waste practices* Consumer awareness & accessibility* Fashion For Good accelerator experience🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe, like, and share!

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6 months ago
32 minutes 19 seconds

Rooted By Arpitharai
The Good, The Bad & The Ugly of Denim with Sukhraj Singh

In this episode of Style Meets Sustainability, we chat with Sukhraj Singh — founder of the Indenium School of Responsible Design and a passionate denim designer with over 20 years of experience. From working at Arvind Denim Lab to starting 0:D Work of Life, he’s done it all.We talk about the good, the bad, and the ugly of denim — the environmental impact, greenwashing in fashion, and why storytelling matters. If you care about sustainable fashion, don’t miss this one!Links:0:D Work of Life: https://www.instagram.com/0d_workoflife/?locale=ko 9.oz Denim Studio: https://www.instagram.com/9.ozdenimstudio Indenium: https://www.instagram.com/indenium_srd#SustainableFashion #SlowFashion #EthicalClothing #CustomDenim #DenimLover #ResponsibleDesign #EcoFriendlyFashion

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7 months ago
1 hour 20 minutes 39 seconds

Rooted By Arpitharai
HimGra: The Future of Sustainable Fashion? | In Conversation with KD Sharma | Eco Textiles

HimGra is a pioneering textile innovation made from Himalayan grass—zero cultivation footprint, biodegradable, and eco-conscious. But how is it made? Why is it better than conventional fabrics? And what does the future hold for this revolutionary fiber?

Join me in this in-depth conversation with KD Sharma, co-founder of DescatUK, as we explore:

✅ The story behind HimGra 🌿

✅ How it’s made from fiber to fabric

✅ Why it’s perfect for sustainable fashion

✅ The eco-friendly dyeing process

✅ HimGra’s global expansion & future plans

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7 months ago
47 minutes 22 seconds

Rooted By Arpitharai
Rooted by Arpitharai Stories from below the surface. This podcast explores the quiet, often unseen forces shaping a more conscious fashion world. Hosted by fashion designer and storyteller Arpitha Rai, each episode features voices behind the seams—from upcyclers and fiber innovators to educators, artisans, and media changemakers. We uncover the roots of circular fashion, ethical systems, heritage, and creative resilience. For those drawn to stories that nourish slow fashion and mindful making—you're home. 🌱 New episodes every Sunday.