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As environmental awareness heightens, sustainable is becoming a beacon of change. Enter UpcycleLuxe, a trailblazing fashion-tech platform launched on October 13, 2020, which epitomizes the mantra: "Green is the new Luxury." Harshita Chandra the visionary Founder and CEO of UpcycleLuxe. At 30, Harshita has transitioned from engineer and fashion technologist to social entrepreneur, leading a movement in sustainable fashion. Harshita’s journey to Upcycleluxe began during her Master’s studies in fashion technology at NIFT Delhi. Internships at renowned export houses exposed her to the fashion industry's dark side: toxic work environments, wasteful practices, and unethical consumption of resources. Witnessing heaps of discarded samples and cancelled shipments sparked her curiosity and concern. In 2017, she launched a venture to upcycle factory waste into bags and accessories, gaining insight into sustainable fashion and consumer behavior. Despite limited awareness and fragmented supply chains, Harshita realized that real change required a unified platform. Joined by co-founders Kartikey Chandra and @shubham Jain, she established UpcycleLuxe—an integrated, science-based platform evaluating the environmental impact of fashion products. Fashion is notorious for its environmental footprint, contributing 10% of global emissions and consuming vast amounts of water. UpcycleLuxe challenges this by adhering to the "triple bottom line" principle—People, Planet, and Prosperity. Their platform’s impact index evaluates brands on sustainability metrics, urging them to rethink their practices beyond raw materials. Launched during the Covid-19 pandemic, UpcycleLuxe leverages digital outreach to promote global sustainability. The platform’s rigorous vetting process avoids greenwashing by verifying certifications like GOTS and B Corporation, ensuring transparency and authenticity. Sustainable fashion is gaining traction in India, and UpcycleLuxe aims to be at the forefront. Their goal is to offer a viable alternative to fast fashion and expand their reach to global markets. By 2025, they hope to influence a billion consumers to make eco-conscious choices. Technology is pivotal in UpcycleLuxe’s approach.By employing data-driven insights, they calculate each product’s environmental footprint, including carbon emissions, water usage, and energy savings. This transparency empowers consumers to understand the true impact of their purchases, fostering a culture of informed, responsible buying. UpcycleLuxe supports artisanal craftsmanship and local industries, promoting fair labor practices and celebrating traditional skills. Harshita’s dedication to transforming fashion into a force for good is reshaping how we view luxury.UpcycleLuxe is more than a marketplace it’s a movement towards a greener, more conscious world, where every purchase contributes to a better future. Madhuri Awande Visit our website: https://lnkd.in/dwVWAA33 #fashion #startup

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Harshita Chandra

Co-Founder at Upcycleluxe | International Sustainability Consultant | Won Sustainability Initiative of the year by Entrepreneur India | UN Women | Women in Tech Global Conference

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Thankyou for the mention Women Startup Stories

Gargi Singh

I help CPG Founders get Customers through Brand Design

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Fashion shouldn't cost planet

Madhuban Pandey

Resilience building, connecting dots, and sowing possibilities

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Harshita Chandra we are proud of you

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