Arpitha Rai

The coming podcast episode is a very personal one.
I’m sharing how I slowly stopped shopping for trendsand started dressing with purpose—through my work, my wardrobe, and my own unlearning as a fashion designer.

Nothing preachy.Just my story, shared honestly.

The episode goes live on Sunday at 7pm.

#rootedreflections #sustainablefashionjourney #slowfashionindia #consciouschoices #fashionwithpurpose

5 months ago | [YT] | 2

Arpitha Rai

Coming This Week on Rooted Reflections
This week, I’m opening up about something very close to my heart — the power of saying “No.”
In my upcoming Reflections episode, I’ll be sharing:
Why saying no is so hard (and why it matters)How each no is also a yes — to yourself, your values, your peaceWhat saying no taught me in my personal journey and in fashionHow boundaries can become an act of empowerment and care for the planet
It’s a conversation on courage, clarity, and choosing with intention.

Stay tuned — the episode drops this Sunday.

#RootedReflections #LivingUnwritten #SlowLiving #MindfulLiving #PersonalGrowth #SustainableFashion

10 months ago | [YT] | 1

Arpitha Rai

What happens when a fashion-obsessed teen turns into a composting, slow-living advocate in Auroville?

This Sunday on Rooted by Arpitharai, I speak with Senjuti Chakraborty—designer, storyteller, and someone who left behind styling and speed for a life that’s slow, rooted, and intentional.

We talk about sustainability beyond fashion, slow lifestyle choices, unlearning beauty ideals, and how design shows up in every part of her life.

A refreshing and real conversation is coming your way.

#rootedbyarpitharai #slowfashionpodcast #circularfashion #consciousliving #sustainablelifestyle

11 months ago | [YT] | 1

Arpitha Rai

This weekend was well spent.
We were invited to Krishna’s colleague’s home for dinner — and what a lovely evening it turned out to be. It was my first time meeting most of the people there, but the warmth and laughter made it feel like we’d known each other for much longer.

The food was delicious, but the conversations were even better.
We laughed a lot — mostly at each other, pulling legs in good fun. Kiki had a wonderful time playing with the other kids, while we adults swapped stories — about work, dogs, parenting, and everything in between.

It’s rare to find such genuine, easy company where you can just be yourself.
By the end of the evening, my heart felt full — of gratitude, lightness, and connection.

Here’s to more such memorable evenings.

#WeekendVibes #GratefulMoments #KikiAdventures #DinnerDiaries #HeartFull #GoodFoodGoodPeople #LaughterAndStories #SimpleJoys #DogsAndParenting #NewConnections #EveningWellSpent

11 months ago | [YT] | 4

Arpitha Rai

What if I told you that the biggest change in your life can begin by doing nothing... to others?That’s what happened when I shifted my mindset and focused only on myself.
I didn’t ask anyone around me to change. But they did.Because transformation begins with presence, not pressure.
This episode is close to my heart—listen in on Rooted by Arpitharai.

#rootedbyarpitharai

#mindsetshift #minimalistliving #slowliving #consciousliving #rootedbyarpitharai #personalgrowth #mentalclarity #intentionalchoices #sustainablelifestyle #capsulewardrobe #ecoawareness #healingjourney #relationshipgoals #wellbeingfirst #transformyourlife

11 months ago | [YT] | 1

Arpitha Rai

What if your clothes could breathe with you?Could activewear be soft on the skin and kind to the planet?

This Sunday on #RootedByArpitharai, I’m speaking with Manju Bargavi, co-founder of Itisu, a sustainable activewear brand rooted in Ayurvedic dyeing, natural fibres, and mindful design.
We talk about how clothes can evolve with you, why she stayed in Tirupur to understand stitching, and what happens when soil becomes a source of colour.
Stay tuned.

11 months ago | [YT] | 2

Arpitha Rai

What does it really mean to live a zero-waste life—especially when it comes to clothing?
This Sunday on Rooted by Arpitharai, I sit down with Laure, who’s been walking this path for 8 years.

We talk about mending what we own, making mindful fashion choices, upcycling, secondhand clothing, menstrual hygiene, and how the smallest shifts can lead to meaningful change.

This isn’t about doing it all—it’s about doing what we can, with what we have.

Episode out tomorrow on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts.

#rootedbyarpitharai #zerowastelifestyle #slowfashionmovement #sustainablefashionindia #minimalwardrobe #upcycledstyle #secondhandfashion #menstrualhealth #ethicalfashion #consciousconsumer #consciousliving

11 months ago | [YT] | 1

Arpitha Rai

New Episode coming out tomorrow !
This week on Rooted by Arpitharai, we speak to Aishwarya Lahariya — co-founder of JIWYA, a luxury fashion label that’s fully plant-based and artisan-led.
From walking away from a career in the U.S. to co-creating a soil-to-soil brand, Aishwarya’s journey is rooted in science, tradition, and care.
Listen in tomorrow at 7pm as we explore what luxury truly means when it’s kind to the Earth.

#RootedByArpitharai #JIWYA #SustainableFashion #PlantBasedFashion #SlowFashion #TextileScience #IndianCraft #CircularFashion #LuxuryWithPurpose #SoilToSoilFashion

1 year ago | [YT] | 0

Arpitha Rai

Sometimes all you need is your girls, a roof over your heads, and no plans except being together.

They came over. We had the whole house to ourselves. No agendas—just catching up on each other’s lives, watching movies, chatting till 3 AM about everything and nothing.
We walked when we felt like it, ate when we were hungry, dressed up for fun, and took pictures like we were teenagers again.

My routines took a backseat, and honestly… I needed that.
This little pause, this loud laughter, these shared silences, and a whole lot of love—filled me up in the best way.
I didn’t realize how much I missed this kind of joy till I had it again.

Grateful for every moment. Girls’ weekends should be a ritual.

#GirlsWeekend #SoulRecharge #FriendshipGoals #MemoriesForLife #HeartFull #UnplannedJoy #LaughterTherapy #SlowMoments #RealConnections #GratefulHeart

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1 year ago | [YT] | 5

Arpitha Rai

Something thoughtful is coming this Sunday on Style meets sustainability.
Richa Bansal, co-founder of texfash.com, joins me for a grounded and eye-opening conversation on fashion media, transparency, and what it really means to be responsible in today’s textile world.

We talk about untold stories, how to spot greenwashing, and the kind of journalism that puts the planet first.
Stay tuned. Full episode drops tomorrow.

#rootedbyarpitharai #sustainablefashion #ethicalfashion #slowfashion #circularfashion #consciousfashion #fashionjournalism #texfash #fashiontransparency #upcycledfashion #ecofashion #fashionstorytelling #fashionpodcast #sustainablewardrobe #mindfulfashion

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