Celebrating Evolving Identity
A Second Life
Turning heritage textiles into upcyled, sustainable, one-of-a-kind fashion.
A discarded sari, once cherished in a closet, is handed to us to empower a woman. From the donation of the sari to the upskilling of women in townships, and finally to the conscious consumer, this process embodies a circular economy - transforming a once-loved garment into a unique piece, preventing it from ending in a landfill. We invite customers to see how a heritage sari can be worn across cultures. Each sari becomes a one-of-a-kind garment, as exclusive as the wearer.
Kimonos
The Banarasi Collection
This range depicts the rich heritage of Banarasi saris, a timeless piece of textile history and culture. These saris are not just garments; they are works of art crafted by skilled artisans. A Banarasi sari can take up to 15 days to 6 months to complete depending on the intricate designs - a treasured piece. This range at House of Nala is about preserving the tradition, expressing the wealth of a women and bringing it to life in the now, displaying its beauty and grace. The twirl of our filled kimonos is about the dance of life as we shed our layers. Our reversible jackets depicts the everchanging landscape of our reality.
Impact
To date, the Sari for Change Foundation has trained over 120 women, collected more than 15,000 saris, and transformed over 8,000 into new, sustainable garments. Many of our participants now earn above the South African minimum wage, highlighting the real, lasting impact of our work
Awards
2020 Goldman Sachs and Fortune Global Women Leaders Award - Rayana Edwards
SABF Social Innovation Award 2023
Mail & Guardian 200 Young South Africans 2024 - Iman Ganijee, Entrepreneurship
Affiliates
Highlights
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Sari for Change and Pick 'n Pay Clothing : A Ca...
In March, Sari for Change proudly partnered with Pick 'n Pay Clothing to create our signature wrap dress - a versatile garment made from upcycled saris. This collaboration transcended mere...
Sari for Change and Pick 'n Pay Clothing : A Ca...
In March, Sari for Change proudly partnered with Pick 'n Pay Clothing to create our signature wrap dress - a versatile garment made from upcycled saris. This collaboration transcended mere...
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Sari for Change at COP28: A Reflection on Clima...
In November, Sari for Change had the immense honour of being one of five small businesses globally to represent the International Trade Centre (ITC) at COP28 in Dubai. Our founder,...
Sari for Change at COP28: A Reflection on Clima...
In November, Sari for Change had the immense honour of being one of five small businesses globally to represent the International Trade Centre (ITC) at COP28 in Dubai. Our founder,...