FAQ
Quick answers about Weave of Culture: who we are, the Indian crafts and fabrics we use, and how ordering works.
About Weave of Culture
What is Weave of Culture?
Weave of Culture (WOC) is an Indian streetwear label that turns India's textile crafts into modern clothing. Every piece is handmade in India, on natural fabrics, using crafts such as Kalamkari, hand-painting, hand embroidery and eco-printing, and made to order after you buy it.
Where are Weave of Culture clothes made?
Everything is made by hand in India. Our khadi comes from Udyog Bharti in Gondal, Gujarat, and we work directly with block-printing collectives in Bagru, natural indigo dyers in Kutch and artisans we visit in Kullu and Varanasi. Read more: Our Crafts.
What does Weave of Culture sell?
Shirts, oversized T-shirts, denim jackets, shackets and hoodies, each carrying a hand-done craft. You can browse everything in one place. Read more: Shop all.
Crafts and fabrics
Which Indian crafts does Weave of Culture use?
Today we make Kalamkari, hand-painted, hand-embroidered and eco-printed pieces. Bandhani, hand block printing and batik are coming next, with more Indian textile crafts to follow. Read more: Our Crafts.
Are the clothes really hand-painted?
Yes. Hand-painted pieces are painted directly onto the finished garment with a brush, one by one, so no two are exactly alike. A single hand-painted denim jacket can take more than 20 hours.
What is the difference between Kalamkari and hand-painted clothing?
Kalamkari is a centuries-old tradition from Andhra Pradesh of drawing and painting on cloth with natural dyes, through many stages of treating, dyeing and washing. Hand-painting means artwork painted onto the garment with a brush. We make both, and we only call a piece Kalamkari when it is made the Kalamkari way. Read more: Kalamkari vs Hand-Painted Clothing.
What fabric are the shirts made from?
Our shirts are made on khadi, cotton that is spun and woven by hand, from Udyog Bharti in Gondal, Gujarat. The one exception is the Ivory Roots Shirt, which is a cotton and bamboo blend. Read more: What Is Khadi?.
Do you only use natural fabrics?
Yes. We use only natural fabrics: khadi, handspun cotton, cotton-bamboo, heavyweight cotton and denim. The exact fabric is listed on every product page.
Do you use natural dyes?
We colour with natural dyes wherever the craft uses them: plant pigments in Kalamkari, real leaves and flowers in eco-printing, and natural indigo from the dyers we work with in Kutch.
Who is Inaayat by Aastha?
Inaayat by Aastha is our hand-painted collection, designed and painted by Aastha Sharma, an Amritsar-based artist whose designs and colours are inspired by her love of nature. Every piece in it is hand-painted. Read more: Inaayat by Aastha.
Orders, shipping and returns
Is every piece made to order?
Yes. Each piece is made by hand after you place your order. Nothing is mass-produced or stockpiled, so there is no unsold inventory going to waste.
How long does delivery take?
Every piece is made by hand after you order it. Within India, shipping is free and your order arrives in 10 to 15 days from the day you order, via Delhivery. International orders arrive in 15 to 25 days, with shipping rates calculated at checkout. You'll get a tracking link once your order is dispatched.
Do you ship internationally?
Yes. International shipping is available, and rates and delivery times depend on the destination.
Can I return or exchange a piece?
Because every piece is made by hand for you, all sales are final and we don't accept returns or exchanges for change of mind. If your piece arrives damaged or you receive the wrong item, we'll replace it at no cost. Read more: Refund policy.
How do I choose my size?
Every product page has a size guide. If you're unsure, message us before you order and we'll help you choose.
How do I care for hand-painted or handmade clothes?
Cold hand wash, don't tumble dry, and iron on low heat. Read more: Care guide.
How can I contact Weave of Culture?
Email hello@weaveofculture.com or message @weaveofculture on Instagram. Read more: Contact.
