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In this episode of Rooted by Arpitharai, I sit down with Manju Bargavi, co-founder of Itisu, a sustainable activewear brand that combines Ayurvedic dyeing, local artisan collaboration, and plant-based color innovation. We explore what it means to create clothes that change over time—reflecting the wearer’s journey. Manju shares her insights from working in Tirupur, the philosophy behind Itisu, and why she believes sustainable fashion must go beyond materials into mindset. If you’re curious about Ayurvedic textiles, soil-based dyeing, or the future of mindful activewear—this conversation is for you. #RootedByArpitharai | Watch more episodes: @arpitharai Connect with Manju Bargavi: • Instagram ➭ https://www.instagram.com/itisu.in/ • Website ➭ https://itisu.in/ • LinkedIn ➭ https://www.linkedin.com/in/manju-bargavi-02807744/ Connect with me: • Instagram ➭ https://www.instagram.com/arpitharai • Apple ➭ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rooted-by-arpitharai/ • Spotify ➭ https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/arpitharais • FaceBook ➭ https://www.facebook.com/arpitharais • Website ➭ https://arpitharai.com • Latest links ➭ https://linktr.ee/arpitharai • Linkedin ➭ https://www.linkedin.com/in/arpitharai/ ⏰ CHAPTERS ⏰ 0:00 Preview 0:38 Intro 2:17 Take away from this conversation 2:58 What made you stop buying synthetic clothes 6:34 Why don’t you believe in fashion? 9:57 What is Itisu? 11:47 What made you choose activewear for Itisu? 16:22 How is your life influenced by your work? 20:17 What’s the process of dyeing? 29:12 What is Earth dyeing? 39:58 What has the response been for changing colors? 46:16 What does a sustainable mindset mean to you? 49:35 What have those collaborations taught you? 55:50 How is sizing done for your brand? 1:02:56 How do we approach activewear clothing today? 1:08:55 What is your style like? 1:14:01 Is the term “sustainable fashion” losing its meaning? 1:21:28 Advice for a conscious way of living? 1:24:42 What keeps you hopeful? 1:27:19 Experience being on Rooted 1:28:31 Previous guest question 1:30:23 Question for next guest 1:31:07 Thank you & Final thoughts ~~~~~~~~~~~~ I post a NEW VIDEO every Sunday. Keep that 🔔 BELL ICON 🔔 activated. Subscribe and become a friend today: www.youtube.com/arpitharai ~~~~~~~~~~~~ 【Things I have】 Many people have been asking me about the things I use, I tried to find products that are the same or similar to my items on Amazon. Honestly, being on a minimalist journey, I don't want you to buy many things. However, If you really want to buy them, please ask yourself, “Does this spark joy“ before you buy it :) ~~~~~~~~~~ 【Electronics】 Apple iPhone 15 Plus ▶︎▶︎▶︎ https://amzn.to/4j73j51 Apple Mackbook pro ▶︎▶︎▶︎ http://ow.ly/U3p050uWbDP Apple Magic mouse ▶︎▶︎▶︎ http://ow.ly/iOnj50uWbNo Apple Bluetooth keypad ▶︎▶︎▶︎ https://amzn.to/3XAxh6V Sony Bluetooth Headphones ▶︎▶︎▶︎ https://amzn.to/3XDVRnh ~~~~~~~~~~ 【CAMERA GEAR】 Sony ZV1 with tripod ▶︎▶︎▶︎ https://amzn.to/3GMkQ1X Simpex DSLR Tripod ▶︎▶︎▶︎ http://ow.ly/zlUw30jlxE8 Mobile Tripod ▶︎▶︎▶︎ http://ow.ly/Wghr50uWbSj Ring light ▶︎▶︎▶︎ https://amzn.to/3F5olPQ Wireless microphone ▶︎▶︎▶︎: https://amzn.to/3RJBJyn ~~~~~~~~~~ 【BE MY FRIEND】 INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/arpitharai FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/arpitharai SPOTIFY https://arpitharaipodcast.page.link/bjYi VLOG CHANNEL (for a peek into my life!) www.youtube.com/arpitharaivlogs ~~~~~~~~~~~ 【GET IN TOUCH】 If you’d like to talk, feel free to email me at arpitha@arpitharai.com I try my best to reply to things but there sadly aren't enough hours in the day to respond to everyone... ~~~~~~~~~~~ Take a moment to write a review here: https://g.page/r/CZ4Skr2pqyqBEB0/review This will help me understand your opinion and give you my best in the future. Keep smiling Love Arpitha
Can Clothes Evolve Like Us? Ayurvedic Activewear with Manju Bargavi | Rooted by Arpitharai
Is dry-cleaning eco-friendly?The truth might surprise you. In today’s video, I break down how dry-cleaning really works, the chemicals it hides, and what I do instead to care for my clothes consciously. If you’ve ever wondered whether “dry clean only” is set in stone — this is for you. Sustainability begins with knowledge. I made this to inform and empower anyone who wants to make more conscious choices. #LivingUnwritten #DryCleaningTruth #SustainableWardrobe #ConsciousFashionCare #SlowFashionTips #EcoFriendlyClothingCare #ArpithaRai
How Is Dry-Cleaning Really Done? The Hidden Truth + Eco-Friendly Alternatives
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