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June 23, 2025

How Sacred Temple Flowers Are Turned Into Sustainable Fashion

For our latest natural dye collection, we’ve partnered with a thoughtful brand called Bageeya. They work with medicinal herbs like Myrobalan and Cutch, along with repurposed flowers from temple offerings in India, to create naturally dyed pieces that are both beautiful and meaningful.

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In Hindu temples across India, devotees offer flower garlands as a symbol of devotion. Each day, the fresh flower garlands are replaced, and the ones from the previous day, although still vibrant and fragrant, are usually thrown into water as part of the temple’s daily ritual. Bageeya gives these flowers a second life, transforming them into dyes that infuse fabric with earthy, one-of-a-kind tones.

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What drew me to this collaboration is the combination of intentional design, use of natural, handspun and handwoven fabrics, and the sustainability of turning what would otherwise go to waste into something so charming and full of character. Having tried natural dyeing at home during the pandemic with my daughters, I’ve experienced firsthand how unpredictable and labor-intensive the process can be. It’s a delicate balance of art and science affected by temperature, humidity, and time making every piece truly unique.

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The silhouettes in this collection are easy to wear, with a focus on letting the textile shine. These aren’t pieces that need much styling - the fabric and abstract prints speak for themselves. Simple, effortless dressing is where they really come alive.

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Perfect for summer, the pieces are breathable, naturally dyed, and rich in story. There’s something truly special about wearing clothing that feels this connected - to nature, tradition, and craft.