Natural dyes

Colour, the natural way

Colour inspired by nature — explore the dyes behind VAVA's palette.

  • Arecanut — natural dye process

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    Arecanut

    Earthy brown

    This fabric comes from Sagara, a small town in Shimoga surrounded by areca nut farms. The dye used to color the yarn is made from chogaru, a natural liquid left over after...

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  • Indigo — natural dye process

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    Indigo

    Deep, living blue

    Indigo is one of the oldest natural dyes in the world, prized for its deep, timeless blue. The dye is made from the leaves of the indigo plant, which are fermented in...

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  • Manjishtha — natural dye process

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    Manjishtha

    Rose Pink

    The dye begins with Manjishtha, the root of the Indian madder plant, known for producing deep reddish tones. Artisans at Desi Trust use dried and crushed Manjishtha root, which is soaked and...

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  • Pomegranate Peel — natural dye process

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    Pomegranate Peel

    Sand Khaki

    The dye begins with pomegranate peels, collected as waste after the fruit is used for eating or juicing. Instead of discarding them, artisans at Desi Trust dry these peels under the sun...

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