About Us
Sustainably Styled Eco-FashionGreenSewn is an eco fashion design company that creates unique eco-chic one of a kind scarves by recycling old vintage saris. If you don't know what a sari is, it's a long (usually 15 feet or more) garment worn by women in India. Our recycled vintage sari scarves are colorful, intricately patterned, and sometimes have intricate gold "zari" work hand woven into the borders. We collect the softest and prettiest old saris and lovingly recycle them into luxurious, authentic, ultra limited edition and gloriously colorful green fashion creations that are both sexy and sustainable. Check out the slideshow to learn more about our process.
WhoGreenSewn was started by Dan Shir, a 25 year shoe industry veteran based in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. Wanting to produce something more green and meaningful, Dan and his longtime agent in India started GreenSewn. Production is done at our workshop near New Delhi, using locally sourced hand-selected vintage saris.
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GreenSewn Process: 1Our process starts with Vintage Sari collection. 'Sari Wallah' women go from house to house, bartering for worthy old Saris.  GreenSewn Process: 2We select only the prettiest and softest Silk Saris. We check softness by hand and by holding a tiny corner of a Sari to a flame we reveal whether it's truly silk.  GreenSewn Process: 5Now we need to sort by color, which can be tricky because each Sari contains many colors. We classify by what we consider the 'dominant' color in the Sari.  GreenSewn Process: 6Old Saris are delicate and must be washed gently by hand. We clean them using a totally organic mixture of water and soapnuts, the dried fruit of the soapberry tree.  GreenSewn Process: 7Soapnuts are natural, organically grown, and bio-degradable fruit of the tree "Sapindus Mukorossi." When added to water they release Saponin, a gentle natural cleanser.  GreenSewn Process: 9Now manufacturing can start. A typical Sari is around 16 feet long by 42 inches wide, with lovely intricate borders and a fancy end called a 'Pallu'.  GreenSewn Process: 11Strips are stitched together in various color combinations and any loose threads trimmed.  |
One of a kind- just like you
.Our designs are made from upcycled materials, and each piece is unique, with it's own special history and charm. Slight imperfections and signs of wear from a past life are normal and we believe they add to the beauty and authenticity of the product. To make selection easier, we group colors together into families and the colors shown on our site are representations. You will get close to, but not exactly what you see on this site. We are confident that you will love your one of a kind item. See our satisfaction guaranteed policy.
Wear as a Wrap or a Scarf | Authentic limited edition | Sexy & Sustainable |
Causes supported
Widespread destruction of our forests worldwide destroys habitats and is a major cause of global warming. We believe that sustainable agriculture and re-forestation of degraded lands are essential to the long term health of our planet. Trees For the Future is a non profit organization, rated 4 stars by charity navigator, that since 1989 has promoted the practice of agro-forestry through their tree planting and education programs worldwide. We are proud to support Trees For the Future by planting 1 tree with every purchase you make. Causes that GreenSewn supports...
Trees For the Future: Brazil
Treesftf.org | Trees For the Future: India
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Whether you are shopping for green fashion, green gift ideas, or sustainable products, GreenSewn is a more meaningful choice for you, our valued customer, the ethical and thoughtful consumer. Thank You!
