Khadi refers to cloth made in India by hand spinning, hand weaving, and hand dyeing. Because it is made from natural fibers, Khadi clothing is extremely comfortable. The Khadi movement was started by Mahatma Gandhi as a way to promote Indian independence and improve the economy through small, village-based industries. At Divine Ray, we’re committed to bringing these amazing garments from the spinners and weavers in rural India to customers who appreciate beautiful clothing and high quality textiles.

What Are Khadi Garments Like?

No two Khadi garments are identical, because the garments are not mass-produced. Made from natural fibers, this type of hand spun, hand woven clothing is lightweight and beautiful, while being extremely comfortable to wear, particularly in warm climates. The hand dyeing process creates beautiful colors that cannot be duplicated with mass production processes.

What Are the Social Benefits of Clothing Made By This Process?

Khadi industries are labor intensive because of the lack of industrialization, and they require very little capital to set up. This makes Khadi industries a viable economic opportunity for many rural areas in India. When you buy these products, you’re not supporting a mass producer, but small, village-based industries that benefit people rather than big corporations. These products allow consumers to buy beautiful clothing while increasing economic opportunities for hardworking individuals.

How Does the Khadi Process Benefit the Planet?

Khadi spinning and weaving are done without using electricity, which is far easier on the planet than mass production of textiles, which consumes massive amounts of electricity and generates environmental waste. Because the products are made by hand, they exhibit slight variations from one garment to the next, giving each piece of clothing its own identity and reminding the wearer that mass production and environmental destruction are not necessary for the creation of beautiful clothing.

How Customers Benefit From These Garments

Customers love the beauty and comfort of natural fibers, and they love owning a garment that is not exactly like any other. Consumers can be fashion forward and environmentally responsible by choosing Khadi clothing, while helping small, rural industries thrive in a world dominated by huge corporations.

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