Natural Dyes
with Herbal Medicine
We are deeply drawn to natural dyes, valuing their rich, earthy tones and their gentle relationship with the land.
Most of the dyes we use are plant-based and have long been known for their medicinal properties. They are sourced locally in Nepal, often from traditional herbal medicine shops, where plants are selected with knowledge passed down through generations.
Soul Aligned
We choose natural dyeing not only for its beauty, but for the rhythm it follows — slow, intentional, and deeply connected to the earth.
Preserving traditional dyeing methods allows colours to live and evolve, rather than remain fixed. This process mirrors our own lives: vibrant, ever-changing, and harmonising with nature. It is also a quiet reminder that we are part of a much larger whole.
process
slow. intentional. unique.
All of our dyed fabrics are hand-dyed using traditional methods in a small workshop in Nepal.
For over 15 years, we have worked closely with a skilled dye master based in Lhubu, Nepal. Having studied chemistry in his early years, he later devoted his life to natural dyeing and handloom weaving, combining scientific understanding with deep respect for traditional knowledge.
Each piece is dyed organically and slowly, guided by patience, experience, and the wisdom of nature, together with the skill of local artisans.
Because natural dyes respond to climate, water, plant quality, and timing, no two results are ever exactly the same. Balance with nature and a respectful approach to every process are essential to this work.
Aging Gracefully
as you live
Naturally dyed colours will fade over time — this is an honest and inevitable part of their nature.
This fading is not a loss, but a gentle transformation.
As natural fibres soften through wear and use, the colours mellow, revealing subtle depths and unexpected beauty drawn from nature itself.
Change is inevitable. Through this transformation, each piece becomes truly unique, carrying its own story and quiet value as time passes.
We embrace this change as an expression of honesty — a reflection of time passing, and of life unfolding alongside the fabric.
Our Palette
Madder
Warm pinks and reds.
An ancient colour of comfort, often used to soothe and uplift.
Pomegranate
Soft yellows and gentle greens.
A calming tone that brings balance and grounding.
Myrobalan
Golden hues with soft earthy undertones.
Often used as a base to enhance and layer other colours.
Indigo
Deep blue like the ocean.
Loved for centuries for its antibacterial qualities and timeless depth.
Acacia
Muted browns and warm earthy shades.
Naturally rich in tannins, bringing depth and quiet elegance.
Walnut
Deep brown with cool undertones.
A classic natural dye used for centuries to achieve rich, smoky shades with long-lasting wear.
Himalayan Rhubarb
Golden yellow with hints of amber.
Harvested from mountain roots, this dye evokes the warmth of the sun and the strength of the earth.
Maharangi
Subtle shades of olive and warm brown.
A traditional Himalayan dye plant known for its earthy, grounding palette.
Lac
Vivid pink to soft crimson.
A natural resin secreted by tiny insects, offering a rich, warm tone that wears beautifully with age.
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