Style & Sustain

Esha Ahmed, founder of fabulous sustainable and ethical brand Ominana is the definition of #bosslady.  Omi Na-Na is authentic, cool and flaunts stunning statement dresses. We talk about how her Indian heritage shaped her journey into sustainable fashion and inspired the craftsmanship behind her brand. The at-times hidden realities of garment workers in India and the lack of representation of people from that part of the world in sustainable and ethical fashion and so much more. Enjoy!

It's not often that we hear conversations about sustainable fashion in Africa. On this first-ever interview episode, I am joined by Belinda Smetana a Kenyan sustainable fashion blogger based in Prague and Tumi Monare, a South African education activist who is also passionate about sustainable fashion. Together we discuss growing up knowing exactly who made our clothes because that is the African way, the state of the Amazon forest due to farming and our best practices as three black women navigating the sustainable and ethical fashion space. I hope you enjoy their unique perspectives. 

Disclaimer, this episode was recorded during the turmoil of the #endsars movement in Nigeria. We of course touch on this and stand in solidarity with our Nigerian brothers and sisters. 

This is the story of my past as a fast fashion addict, my transition to sustainability and a sneak peek about what this podcast will be about. Hope you enjoy it! Don't hesitate to share comments, ideas or questions by emailing me at [email protected].