OUR COMMITMENT
Sustainability is a need,
not a trend.
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The Himalayas are warming faster than anywhere else on earth. The rivers that feed a billion people begin as glaciers. We build gear for the people who love those places, and that means we cannot build it carelessly. |
The clothing and textile industry, which is the world's third largest contributor to plastic waste, also produces 2–8% of global greenhouse gas. Should fashion and comfort cost nature and a healthy lifestyle? Kosha not only acknowledges the issue but also works towards making things better. |
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1947
Founded
Three generations of natural fibre craft
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0
Plastic in Packaging
Jute bag, fabric scraps
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50+
Trips per Rental Jacket
Before retirement & repair
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100%
Natural Fibres
Base layers made of Merino wool and bamboo
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HOW WE DO IT
Steps towards a healthy and happy planet
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Fabric that is built to last, and to breatheWe build with Merino wool and bamboo fibres that are renewable, biodegradable and comfortable. Their durability means garments stay in use longer and reduce unnecessary waste. |
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Those who care, they shareOur rental programme keeps premium winter gear in circulation for many adventures, reducing the need to manufacture new jackets for every traveller. |
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India's only winter wear repair spotWe repair damaged jackets instead of replacing them whenever possible, extending product life and reducing environmental impact. |
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Plastic-free, reusable packagingEvery order is packed using reusable jute bags and fabric scraps instead of single-use plastic, reducing packaging waste without compromising protection. |
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THE RENTAL PROGRAMME
One jacket.
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THE MATERIALS
Two fibres. No compromises.
Merino woolGrown on free-ranging sheep in high-altitude pastures. Shorn once a year, naturally manages moisture and odour, helping your garments stay fresher, lighter and more comfortable for longer. WOOLMARK CERTIFIED BIODEGRADABLE ANTI-BACTERIAL TEMPERATURE REGULATING |
BambooOne of the fastest-growing plants on Earth. Bamboo requires no replanting, absorbs more carbon dioxide than many trees and is processed into soft, breathable fibres using responsible methods. PESTICIDE FREE REGROWS AFTER HARVEST HYPOALLERGENIC |
EXPLORE MORE ABOUT SUSTAINABILITY IN WINTER FASHION
The difference sustainable choices make
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ZERO COMPROMISE
Sustainability With
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THE HONEST TRUTH
"Change" Comes with
Challenges
Does repairing and testing winter gear reduce sales? Are there customers who prefer sealed transparent plastic bags over eco-friendly alternatives?
Is repairing a five-year-old winter wear a time-consuming and complex process? Is it hard to convince factories to change the way they ship the ready products?
The answers to all these questions are yes, yes and yes. However, steps towards a sustainable, happy future are always worth it, no matter how challenging it is.
"We are going to get both bouquets and brickbats. But we know we are on the right path, so we are just going to continue,"
Every rented jacket, every upcycled layer, and every plastic-free package at Kosha contributes to a more responsible future for fashion.
LET'S TALK →OUR PLEDGE
We will never greenwash.
If we have not achieved something yet, we will say so. Our packaging is plastic-free, that's real. Our fibres are natural, that's real.
Our rental programme reduces landfill, that's real. What's still in progress: full Scope 3 mapping, end-of-life recycling, and a wider artisan network. We will update this page as we go.
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