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LITTLE THINGS STUDIO

Classic and vintage silhouettes with fresh and contemporary aesthetics

Classic and vintage silhouettes with fresh and contemporary aesthetics

The Brand Bio

Founder:
Ankita Srivastava
Established:
2016
Headquarters:
New Delhi, India
Country of Manufacture:
India

Little Things Studio is an Indian designer label founded by Ankita Srivastava. She believes that making your own rules in a world which dictates rules to you is an act of courage and she lives to be courageous every day of her life.

Ankita was brought up in Lucknow, India, in a city and house simmering with culture that instilled a deep admiration for Indian crafts, music, literature, and painting within her. Ankita graduated from the National Institute of Fashion Technology, New Delhi with a degree in Textile Design and was an exchange student at the University of Leeds, UK.After acquiring knowledge about textiles and fabrics, as well as a flavour of the world audience, she came up with the idea for Little Things Studio, to further her love of Indian fabrics, crafts and the planet, and to take it to the world.

Little Things Studio makes bespoke, ethereal, and unique garments, where western aesthetics meet Indian crafts. The pieces are made in silhouettes meant to fit and suit women of all body types and sizes. To ensure minimum impact on the planet, the brand uses sustainable fabrics through ethical sourcing policies and fair trade practices.

In naming her brand, Ankita considered what gives her true bliss. Her answer was in the little things. Hence, Little Things Studio was born with the aim of delivering little packets of joy to people. It also reflects her belief that little changes can make a big difference.

Ethics and Aesthetics
Highlights from Little Things Studio's environmental, social, and personal commitments

Environmental Commitments

Environmental Conservation Efforts and Practices
  • Protects the local environment and its biodiversity in the areas of operation
  • Uses water respectfully and aims to reduce its water consumption
  • Uses water systems designed to minimise water consumption and educates its staff on best practices for water conservation
  • Up to 20% of energy used comes from renewable sources
  • Collects scrap materials and/or by-products from its own production for outside recycling and/or repurposing
  • 98% of fabrics used are biodegradable or compostable
  • Working with vendors and weavers of textiles who practice only earth-friendly processes to cut down water waste
  • As a small business focused on handicraft and age-old traditional skills, the brand is mindful of not increasing their carbon emissions
  • The handmade nature of the brand's designs ensure low energy usage and water consumption
Ethical Sourcing of Raw Materials
  • Raw materials originating from nature are sourced from sustainably managed ecosystems
  • Ensures responsible and ethical sourcing policies are implemented within its supply chain
  • Uses natural and/or biodegradable fabrics in its collections and products
  • Uses organic materials in its production that rely on natural seeds and pest contol techniques which are very friendly to the well-being of the environment
  • Uses materials that are Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) certified
  • Uses recycled materials
Sustainable Product Design
  • Considers social and environmental factors during the product design process and development stages
  • Designs its products to last and withstand many wears over the years
  • Designs its products to be recycled or reused

Sustainable Marketing and Packaging Materials

  • Uses environmentally-friendly packaging materials made from recycled, recyclable, FSC and/or PEFC certified materials
  • Packaging materials are designed to be reused, recycled and/or upcycled
  • Uses biodegradable and/or compostable packaging and/or marketing materials, including paper bags, paper wraps, paper strings and organically produced fabric
  • 100% plastic free, does not include any single-use plastic in its packaging
  • Garment labels are constructed from 100% cotton fabric

Animal-friendly, Cruelty-free

  • Does not use any animal-derived materials, including leather
  • No endangered species: does not use materials or substances from species listed as endangered by CITES (Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora)
  • Angora-free: does not use angora in its supply chain
  • Does not use feathers or down
  • Currently considering the use of ethically sourced wool from Kullu, in the Himalayas or to work with Woolmark Company to procure ethically produced wool

Ethical and Sustainable Production / Manufacturing

Manufacturing and Production Processes
  • Factory is local in India, the Brand's country of origin, reducing its carbon footprint
  • Sources more than 50% of its raw materials and labour locally from independent suppliers
  • Manufactures its collections and products in limited quantities, avoiding mass production
  • Practices eco-friendly screen printing and dyeing in the development of its fabrics, through the use of water-based ink which does not include plastic or PVC
  • Ensures it monitors its own toxic chemical use during production
  • Ensures its suppliers monitor the use of toxic chemicals in production
Waste Management and Recycling
  • Has taken steps to reduce its manufacturing waste and has targets in place to achieve this
  • Optimises its design and production to minimise fabric and material waste
  • Recycles more than 50% of its waste
  • Supports the reclamation and recycling of textile materials (fibres and fabrics)

Vegan

  • Vegan company that does not use any leather, skins, fur, feathers or other animal-derived products and by-products in its collections, products and packaging
  • Completely plant-based fabric Cupro (vegan silk) is used at Little Things Studio. It is incredibly durable, stretch resistant, has thermoregulating properties and dries quickly. The fabric helps reduce cotton waste, is 100% plant-based and biodegradable, cruelty-free and is easier to dye than other fabrics, reducing dye consumption

Fur-free

  • Does not, and has never, used any and all types of animal fur in its collections or any products

Design and Material Innovation

  • Uses fabrics engineered as smart clothing, designed to withstand wear and tear and for performance enhancement, including Orange fibre fabric. The natural oils of the fabric contain Vitamin A, C and E, which are absorbed by the body when worn
  • Sources and uses innovative sustainable fabrics for its colletions and products, including Cupro vegan silk and orange fibre fabric

Personal and Social Commitments

Good Corporate Governance
  • Fair pay: All employees and subcontractors are paid the local minimum and/or living wage
  • Committed to and has policies/standards in place to ensure responsible labour practices and conditions (e.g. Code of Conduct)
  • Equal employment: ensures its hiring and employment practices do not, in any way, discriminate
  • Gender equality: implements a gender equal pay policy
  • Has policies in place to support and promote diversity and inclusion
  • Ensures safe working conditions for all employees
Product Safety Assurance
  • Products do not use finishes, paints, and/or adhesives containing Volatile Organic Compound (VOC) content
  • Products are PVC-free
  • Uses non-toxic dyes for its fabrics and other materials
Fair Trade Practices
  • Suppliers pay fairly: ensures that its suppliers pay employees and subcontractors the local minimum and/or living wage. The wages are such that they can be sustained by the market, taking into account equal opay for men and women, and a local living wage
  • Ensures no child or forced labour: has policies in place preventing any child and/or forced labour throughout its entire supply chain
Traceable Supply and Manufacturing Chain
  • Has policies and systems in place to maintain knowledge of and manage relationships within its supply chain. The brand is in constant touch with its supply chain, ensuring the correct quality of each of their purchases.
  • Publicly discloses its supply chain/supplier list
  • With utmost care and attention, the Little Things Studio collaborates with weavers and artisans from different parts of India, after visiting their workshops and ensuring they undertake only ethical practices. Safe working conditions, fair wages, encouragement and improvement of their skills, opportunities and economic welfare are ensured for all.
  • Products are designed, cut and stitched in-house at the brand's workshop in Shahpur Jat by the trained hands of masterji and his assistants, under the supervision of the brand's manager. Garments are sewn to perfection, keeping in mind the needs of different body shapes and sizes.

Handcrafted, Artisanal

  • Products are handcrafted in the Brand's own studio or factory
  • Products are handcrafted by the Brand's partner artisans or manufacturers
  • The Brand's handcrafted products provide livelihood for small communities in India
  • Supports the preservation of cultural traditions, skills and techniques through handcrafted production
  • All products are locally made with artists in Delhi, India and from other regions in India. Part of the brand's manufacturing is done in-house, under close supervision in order to ensure the best quality.

Charitable

  • The brand has donated to the NGO Hemkunt Foundations for their Covid-19 relief fund.

Relevé Fashion in partnership with

share with you the UN Sustainable Development Goals supported by Little Things Studio

Relevé Fashion in partnership with

share with you the UN Sustainable Development Goals supported by Little Things Studio

Little Things Studio Supports the UN Sustainable Development Goals
The State of the Art
Take a peek into the world of Little Things Studio
Little Things Studio Logo

The Brand Bio

Founder:
Ankita Srivastava
Established:
2016
Headquarters:
New Delhi, India
Country of Manufacture:
India

Little Things Studio is an Indian designer label founded by Ankita Srivastava. She believes that making your own rules in a world which dictates rules to you is an act of courage and she lives to be courageous every day of her life.

Ankita was brought up in Lucknow, India, in a city and house simmering with culture that instilled a deep admiration for Indian crafts, music, literature, and painting within her. Ankita graduated from the National Institute of Fashion Technology, New Delhi with a degree in Textile Design and was an exchange student at the University of Leeds, UK.After acquiring knowledge about textiles and fabrics, as well as a flavour of the world audience, she came up with the idea for Little Things Studio, to further her love of Indian fabrics, crafts and the planet, and to take it to the world.

Little Things Studio makes bespoke, ethereal, and unique garments, where western aesthetics meet Indian crafts. The pieces are made in silhouettes meant to fit and suit women of all body types and sizes. To ensure minimum impact on the planet, the brand uses sustainable fabrics through ethical sourcing policies and fair trade practices.

In naming her brand, Ankita considered what gives her true bliss. Her answer was in the little things. Hence, Little Things Studio was born with the aim of delivering little packets of joy to people. It also reflects her belief that little changes can make a big difference.

Ethics and Aesthetics
Highlights from Little Things Studio's environmental, social, and personal commitments

Environmental Commitments

Environmental Conservation Efforts and Practices
  • Protects the local environment and its biodiversity in the areas of operation
  • Uses water respectfully and aims to reduce its water consumption
  • Uses water systems designed to minimise water consumption and educates its staff on best practices for water conservation
  • Up to 20% of energy used comes from renewable sources
  • Collects scrap materials and/or by-products from its own production for outside recycling and/or repurposing
  • 98% of fabrics used are biodegradable or compostable
  • Working with vendors and weavers of textiles who practice only earth-friendly processes to cut down water waste
  • As a small business focused on handicraft and age-old traditional skills, the brand is mindful of not increasing their carbon emissions
  • The handmade nature of the brand's designs ensure low energy usage and water consumption
Sustainable Product Design
  • Considers social and environmental factors during the product design process and development stages
  • Designs its products to last and withstand many wears over the years
  • Designs its products to be recycled or reused

Ethical Sourcing of Raw Materials

  • Raw materials originating from nature are sourced from sustainably managed ecosystems
  • Ensures responsible and ethical sourcing policies are implemented within its supply chain
  • Uses natural and/or biodegradable fabrics in its collections and products
  • Uses organic materials in its production that rely on natural seeds and pest contol techniques which are very friendly to the well-being of the environment
  • Uses materials that are Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) certified
  • Uses recycled materials

Sustainable Marketing and Packaging Materials

  • Uses environmentally-friendly packaging materials made from recycled, recyclable, FSC and/or PEFC certified materials
  • Packaging materials are designed to be reused, recycled and/or upcycled
  • Uses biodegradable and/or compostable packaging and/or marketing materials, including paper bags, paper wraps, paper strings and organically produced fabric
  • 100% plastic free, does not include any single-use plastic in its packaging
  • Garment labels are constructed from 100% cotton fabric

Animal-friendly, Cruelty-free

  • Does not use any animal-derived materials, including leather
  • No endangered species: does not use materials or substances from species listed as endangered by CITES (Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora)
  • Angora-free: does not use angora in its supply chain
  • Does not use feathers or down
  • Currently considering the use of ethically sourced wool from Kullu, in the Himalayas or to work with Woolmark Company to procure ethically produced wool

Ethical and Sustainable Production / Manufacturing

Manufacturing and Production Processes
  • Factory is local in India, the Brand's country of origin, reducing its carbon footprint
  • Sources more than 50% of its raw materials and labour locally from independent suppliers
  • Manufactures its collections and products in limited quantities, avoiding mass production
  • Practices eco-friendly screen printing and dyeing in the development of its fabrics, through the use of water-based ink which does not include plastic or PVC
  • Ensures it monitors its own toxic chemical use during production
  • Ensures its suppliers monitor the use of toxic chemicals in production
Waste Management and Recycling
  • Has taken steps to reduce its manufacturing waste and has targets in place to achieve this
  • Optimises its design and production to minimise fabric and material waste
  • Recycles more than 50% of its waste
  • Supports the reclamation and recycling of textile materials (fibres and fabrics)

Vegan

  • Vegan company that does not use any leather, skins, fur, feathers or other animal-derived products and by-products in its collections, products and packaging
  • Completely plant-based fabric Cupro (vegan silk) is used at Little Things Studio. It is incredibly durable, stretch resistant, has thermoregulating properties and dries quickly. The fabric helps reduce cotton waste, is 100% plant-based and biodegradable, cruelty-free and is easier to dye than other fabrics, reducing dye consumption

Fur-free

  • Does not, and has never, used any and all types of animal fur in its collections or any products

Design and Material Innovation

  • Uses fabrics engineered as smart clothing, designed to withstand wear and tear and for performance enhancement, including Orange fibre fabric. The natural oils of the fabric contain Vitamin A, C and E, which are absorbed by the body when worn
  • Sources and uses innovative sustainable fabrics for its colletions and products, including Cupro vegan silk and orange fibre fabric

Personal and Social Commitments

Good Corporate Governance
  • Fair pay: All employees and subcontractors are paid the local minimum and/or living wage
  • Committed to and has policies/standards in place to ensure responsible labour practices and conditions (e.g. Code of Conduct)
  • Equal employment: ensures its hiring and employment practices do not, in any way, discriminate
  • Gender equality: implements a gender equal pay policy
  • Has policies in place to support and promote diversity and inclusion
  • Ensures safe working conditions for all employees
Fair Trade Practices
  • Suppliers pay fairly: ensures that its suppliers pay employees and subcontractors the local minimum and/or living wage. The wages are such that they can be sustained by the market, taking into account equal opay for men and women, and a local living wage
  • Ensures no child or forced labour: has policies in place preventing any child and/or forced labour throughout its entire supply chain
Product Safety Assurance
  • Products do not use finishes, paints, and/or adhesives containing Volatile Organic Compound (VOC) content
  • Products are PVC-free
  • Uses non-toxic dyes for its fabrics and other materials

Traceable Supply and Manufacturing Chain

  • Has policies and systems in place to maintain knowledge of and manage relationships within its supply chain. The brand is in constant touch with its supply chain, ensuring the correct quality of each of their purchases.
  • Publicly discloses its supply chain/supplier list
  • With utmost care and attention, the Little Things Studio collaborates with weavers and artisans from different parts of India, after visiting their workshops and ensuring they undertake only ethical practices. Safe working conditions, fair wages, encouragement and improvement of their skills, opportunities and economic welfare are ensured for all.
  • Products are designed, cut and stitched in-house at the brand's workshop in Shahpur Jat by the trained hands of masterji and his assistants, under the supervision of the brand's manager. Garments are sewn to perfection, keeping in mind the needs of different body shapes and sizes.

Handcrafted, Artisanal

  • Products are handcrafted in the Brand's own studio or factory
  • Products are handcrafted by the Brand's partner artisans or manufacturers
  • The Brand's handcrafted products provide livelihood for small communities in India
  • Supports the preservation of cultural traditions, skills and techniques through handcrafted production
  • All products are locally made with artists in Delhi, India and from other regions in India. Part of the brand's manufacturing is done in-house, under close supervision in order to ensure the best quality.

Charitable

  • The brand has donated to the NGO Hemkunt Foundations for their Covid-19 relief fund.

Relevé Fashion in partnership with

share with you the UN Sustainable Development Goals supported by Little Things Studio

Little Things Studio Supports the UN Sustainable Development Goals
The State of the Art
Take a peek into the world of Little Things Studio

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