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Handmade Fashion for the New Generation

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Slow fashion is here to stay. See how the younger generation is ditching mass-produced trends to embrace authentic, artisan-made ensembles that carry a story.

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About The Youth & Handmade

When you wear a Shibori saree or a hand-blocked cotton shirt, you aren't just wearing fabric—you are making a choice. Younger crowds in Bangalore are moving away from factory-made clones, opting instead for pieces that are breathable, distinct, and kind to the environment. Every piece you see here was made by a specific karigar, not a machine, which means your outfit has a unique texture that mass-produced clothes simply cannot replicate.

The 'Youth & Handmade' movement is about more than just aesthetics. It is a conscious decision to slow down. Fast fashion leaves us with wardrobes full of things we do not care about, while these hand-woven ensembles—be it Assamese Paat silk or Dabu printed kurtas—are built to last.

We see it at every festival we host at venues like Freedom Park. Young professionals and students are not just browsing; they are asking about the karigars behind the work. They want to know if the dye is natural, how long the weaving took, and how to care for a garment that breathes.

When you choose handmade, you are supporting:

  • Sustainable Livelihoods: Your purchase directly supports the artisan families we work with.
  • Cultural Continuity: Techniques like Shibori or hand-block printing survive only when they are worn and valued.
  • Individual Style: No two hand-blocked prints are identical. When you wear these, you are wearing a piece that is truly yours.

Whether you are looking for your first handloom saree or a shirt that tells a story, our markets bring these creations directly to you. No middlemen or confusion, just you, the maker, and the craft.

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A Hundred Hands

Exhibitions and markets across BengaluruStarts from 50 per person / day

We’re Mala and Sonia. We started this to give artisans a stage, and we are seeing so many young people now choosing soul over speed, picking handcrafted outfits that actually have a story to tell.

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