Sustainable Fashion: Exploring Microtrends and Fast Fashion Impacts with Niha Elety

Badass Basic Bitch

English - January 30, 2024 14:00 - 40 minutes - 56.1 MB - ★★★★ - 531 ratings
Society & Culture mom mom boss parenting entrepreneur career working mom life coach Homepage Download Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Overcast Castro Pocket Casts RSS feed

Previous Episode: You Turn: Harnessing Your True Self for a Fulfilling Career with Ashley Stahl

Next Episode: Parenting Your Spouse: Navigating the Complexities of Partnerships with Karina Daves

In this episode, we are joined by Niha Elety, founder of Tega Collective. We discuss the intersection of sustainable fashion and cultural heritage. Niha addresses the challenges posed by fast fashion and greenwashing, advocating for a deeper connection to personal style and cultural roots over fleeting trends. Niha also shares practical tips for sustainable living and highlights her work with Tega Collective, which supports indigenous communities and promotes ethical fashion practices. This episode is a compelling exploration of how fashion can be both stylish and sustainable, with a strong emphasis on cultural respect and environmental responsibility.

More about Niha!
Niha Elety is a sustainable fashion advocate and designer, renowned for integrating fashion, art, and heritage to highlight the importance of sustainability. Growing up in Hyderabad, India, she embraced sustainability as a way of life, a perspective enriched by her experiences in both India and the US. As a founder and co-creator at Tega Collective, Niha champions Adivasi communities in India, co-creating fashion collections that celebrate traditional craftsmanship while ensuring fair economic practices. Her work extends beyond design; as a speaker and leader in intersectional environmentalism, Niha is dedicated to bringing inclusivity and diverse BIPOC perspectives to the forefront of the environmental movement.

Connect with Niha!

Website: https://www.eletbyniha.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nihaelety/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nihaelety/

Connect with Brianna!

Instagram: @mombossinaustinLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/briannademike

Follow the Podcast on Instagram: @badassbasicbitch
Love the podcast? We would love if you would leave a review!

Thank you to this week's sponsors!

Green Chef: Go to greenchef.com/60bbb and use code 60bbb to get 60% off, plus 20% off your next two months

Babbel: Get 55% off at Babbel.com/BBB

Air Doctor: Head to airdoctorpro.com and use promo code BBB, you’ll receive UP TO $300 off air purifiers!