Sustainable clothing is one of fashion’s current hot topics, and rightly so. But did you know that your fashion jewellery can be sustainable, ethical and eco-conscious as well? Here are five Indian brands making a difference with their eco-conscious collections of baubles.
Baka
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Ahmedabad-based Baka creates the most unique pieces, including silver necklaces, chokers, earrings and faux tiger claw jewellery. Their jewellery is made from materials that are up-cycled, repurposed, recyclable or renewable, and sourced from smaller enterprises as opposed to bigger corporates. These pieces are made to last by traditional and contemporary craftsmen.
Love Letter
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This quirky brand translates what they call “vacation vibes” through their colourful and fun pieces. Whilst staying true to their aesthetic, they use recycled plastic, recycled glass and lab-grown diamonds for their collections. Their pieces are handmade and made-to-order, ensuring no extra waste.
Krithaa
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Krithaa, by designer Kritha M, started the brand by using mild steel craps as her base material. The designer is now experimenting with brass and copper for different variations. Her creations are one of a kind with almost an industrial feel to them. Rest assured, they’ll be perfect to finish your western and ethnic looks with!
Noupelle
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Noupelle is a brand innovating in the space of upcycled accessories. Their stylish pieces are handmade using discarded leather pieces. Their dynamic accessories include earthy-toned earrings, necklaces, bracelets and much more. They are also quite transparent and help their customers know artisans that made their jewellery through social media.
Real State
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Founder Simoni Bhansali creates jewellery using upcycled marble and gold-plated silver. All pieces from Real State are modern, contemporary and most importantly, handmade in India. Check them out for a sustainable yet stylish dose of minimal yet interesting jewellery.