Top 10 Sustainable Fashion Startups in India

Top 10 Sustainable Fashion Startups in India

1. No Nasties

Founded	Headquarters	Focus Area	Key Products/Solutions
2011	Goa	Organic Cotton Clothing	100% organic, fair trade, and vegan clothing including t-shirts, dresses, and accessories

No Nasties focuses on producing 100% organic, fair trade, and vegan clothing. They use organic cotton and ensure fair wages for farmers and workers involved in the production process.

2. Doodlage

Founded	Headquarters	Focus Area	Key Products/Solutions
2012	New Delhi	Upcycled Fashion	Apparel and accessories made from upcycled materials, reducing textile waste and promoting sustainability

Doodlage creates apparel and accessories from upcycled materials, reducing textile waste and promoting sustainable fashion practices. They focus on combining aesthetics with eco-friendly processes.

3. Bhane

Founded	Headquarters	Focus Area	Key Products/Solutions
2012	New Delhi	Ethical Fashion	Ethical, stylish, and sustainable clothing with a focus on transparency and community engagement

Bhane emphasizes ethical fashion by producing stylish and sustainable clothing. They focus on transparency in their production processes and actively engage with the community to promote conscious fashion.

4. Rengé

Founded	Headquarters	Focus Area	Key Products/Solutions
2016	New Delhi	Slow Fashion	Limited-edition, eco-friendly clothing collections with a focus on quality and timeless design

Rengé produces limited-edition, eco-friendly clothing collections with a focus on quality and timeless design. They emphasize slow fashion principles, promoting sustainability and reducing waste.

5. The Summer House

Founded	Headquarters	Focus Area	Key Products/Solutions
2014	Bangalore	Sustainable Lifestyle	Ethically produced clothing, home decor, and accessories made from sustainable materials

The Summer House offers ethically produced clothing, home decor, and accessories made from sustainable materials. They prioritize sustainability in every aspect of their production process, from sourcing to packaging.

6. Nicobar

Founded	Headquarters	Focus Area	Key Products/Solutions
2016	Mumbai	Sustainable Fashion	Clothing, homeware, and travel accessories with a focus on sustainability and contemporary design

Nicobar designs clothing, homeware, and travel accessories with a focus on sustainability and contemporary design. They use eco-friendly materials and ethical production practices to create their collections.

7. Upasana

Founded	Headquarters	Focus Area	Key Products/Solutions
1997	Auroville	Ethical Fashion	Sustainable clothing and accessories promoting traditional Indian crafts and organic materials

Upasana creates sustainable clothing and accessories that promote traditional Indian crafts and use organic materials. They aim to empower artisans and support sustainable livelihoods through their fashion initiatives.

8. Joskai

Founded	Headquarters	Focus Area	Key Products/Solutions
2018	Mumbai	Zero-Waste Fashion	Zero-waste fashion products made from upcycled fabrics and materials

Joskai focuses on zero-waste fashion by creating products from upcycled fabrics and materials. They aim to minimize waste and promote sustainable fashion practices through their innovative designs.

9. Indigene

Founded	Headquarters	Focus Area	Key Products/Solutions
2011	New Delhi	Artisanal Fashion	Handcrafted clothing and accessories made using traditional techniques and natural materials

Indigene produces handcrafted clothing and accessories using traditional techniques and natural materials. They work with artisans to create unique, sustainable fashion pieces that preserve cultural heritage.

10. Okhai

Founded	Headquarters	Focus Area	Key Products/Solutions
2008	Mithapur	Artisanal Fashion	Handcrafted clothing and accessories that support rural artisans and promote sustainable livelihoods

Okhai offers handcrafted clothing and accessories that support rural artisans and promote sustainable livelihoods. They focus on creating beautiful, sustainable fashion while empowering communities through their initiatives.

Summary Table

Startup Name	Founded	Headquarters	Focus Area	Key Products/Solutions
No Nasties	2011	Goa	Organic Cotton Clothing	100% organic, fair trade, and vegan clothing including t-shirts, dresses, and accessories
Doodlage	2012	New Delhi	Upcycled Fashion	Apparel and accessories made from upcycled materials, reducing textile waste and promoting sustainability
Bhane	2012	New Delhi	Ethical Fashion	Ethical, stylish, and sustainable clothing with a focus on transparency and community engagement
Rengé	2016	New Delhi	Slow Fashion	Limited-edition, eco-friendly clothing collections with a focus on quality and timeless design
The Summer House	2014	Bangalore	Sustainable Lifestyle	Ethically produced clothing, home decor, and accessories made from sustainable materials
Nicobar	2016	Mumbai	Sustainable Fashion	Clothing, homeware, and travel accessories with a focus on sustainability and contemporary design
Upasana	1997	Auroville	Ethical Fashion	Sustainable clothing and accessories promoting traditional Indian crafts and organic materials
Joskai	2018	Mumbai	Zero-Waste Fashion	Zero-waste fashion products made from upcycled fabrics and materials
Indigene	2011	New Delhi	Artisanal Fashion	Handcrafted clothing and accessories made using traditional techniques and natural materials
Okhai	2008	Mithapur	Artisanal Fashion	Handcrafted clothing and accessories that support rural artisans and promote sustainable livelihoods