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Let’s Start A Fashion Revolution
The Fashion Revolution is an important movement that is working to create more sustainable, ethical, and safe environments for the people who make our clothes. It was founded by Carry Somers and Orsola de Castro in the wake of the Rana Plaza disaster in 2013. The 2013 Rana Plaza factory collapse (also referred to as…
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The Impact of Buying Fair Trade Products
Sevya’s Cotton Block Print Caftan Dresses Maybe you’ve heard the term fair trade before but aren’t quite sure what it means. Let’s dive into what it means, why it’s important, and how you can support fair trade today! What is Fair Trade? The term “fair trade” traces its roots to 1946 when Edna Ruth Byler,…
Read MoreSevya’s Kantha Collection
You may have noticed a new section on our website recently! Our Kantha Collection features gorgeous handmade scarves, throws, bags, and tops. Click the link to go shop now, or stick around to learn a bit more about the incredible and sustainable art form of kantha embroidery! So what is Kantha you ask? Kantha is…
Read MoreSilk Sari Scarves
Sevya’s silk sari scarves are one-of-a-kind pieces that up-cycle silk from Indian women’s’ saris. Saris are traditional outfits that often use a lot of fabric and are made from high quality silk. Some saris have bold and colorful designs, while others are more subtle. Sevya sources high quality used saris which would be otherwise discarded,…
Read MoreEmbroidered Cotton Nightgowns & Tunics
Sevya’s collection of embroidered cotton nightgowns & tunics showcases the fine hand embroidery done by women artisans in Northern India in contemporary designs. Some of our night dresses and tunics also feature hand block printing and we work with artisans throughout India to showcase their traditional skills in our fair trade clothing line. Our Devaki…
Read MoreKimono Robes
Sevya’s new block printed cotton Kimono Robes are now in stock! These knee-length robes feature traditional Indian block printing and a modern, elegant cut inspired by the Japanese Kimono. These robes are made with soft, lightweight cotton, which makes them perfect for summer. We currently offer two colors and prints in our new Kimono Robes:…
Read MoreHow Sevya’s Block Printed Tunics and Caftans Are Made
Sevya works with artisan groups across India to produce our block printed tunics and caftans. Each piece of fabric is block printed by hand using hand carved wooden blocks that are passed down from generation to generation in artisan families. The designs include geometric shapes as well as plant and animal patterns. The blocks must…
Read MoreCotton Face Masks
As we continue to face the challenges of the Covid-19 pandemic, many of us are wondering how and when to spend time safely with loved ones. There is no doubt that face masks are the most effective tool we have to stop the spread of the coronavirus before a vaccine is available. There is also…
Read MoreBlock Print Scarves
Sevya offers a beautiful collection of hand block print scarves. Block printing is an ancient textile printing technique which involves stamping patterns onto fabric with hand carved wooden blocks dipped in dyes. Indian block printers have passed down their wooden blocks through generations of artisans, and each family has their own unique set of blocks.…
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