FAQ

BHAWE is an Indian clothing and
textile brand bringing together Indian craftsmanship, natural and
thoughtfully selected textiles, contemporary design and conscious consumption.

We work with textiles and techniques
rooted in India's rich craft traditions and create products designed to be
worn, used and appreciated over time.

Where possible, we work in smaller
or considered production quantities to avoid unnecessary production and to give
greater attention to the materials and craft involved.

For us, Smart Fashion means understanding
what we wear, how it is made and how long we can enjoy it.

At BHAWE, Smart Fashion means making thoughtful choices about what we wear, how it is made and how long we keep it.

It brings together design,
craftsmanship, material awareness, responsible production and conscious consumption.

Smart fashion is not simply about owning more
clothes. It is about understanding the value behind what we choose and wearing it thoughtfully.

BHAWE brings together:

• Indian textile traditions and craftsmanship
• Natural and thoughtfully selected materials
• Contemporary, wearable design
• Small-batch or considered production where practical
• Detailed information about fabrics and care
• A focus on longevity and conscious consumption

We believe customers should be able to understand what they are buying rather than
rely only on broad sustainability claims

BHAWE's approach sits at the
intersection of textiles, Indian craftsmanship, contemporary design and transparency.

We want to tell you not only what a
product looks like, but also what it is made from, how it has been produced, what makes the textile distinctive and how to care for it.

Our aim is to make Indian textiles and
craftsmanship easier to understand and appreciate in a contemporary context.

BHAWE products are PROUDLY made in INDIA (BHARAT).

Depending on the product, different
stages such as spinning, weaving, dyeing, printing, embroidery, stitching and finishing may take place in different regions, workshops or production units.

Where specific information about the textile's origin or craft region is available, we aim to provide it on the relevant product page.

The degree of handcraft varies from
product to product.

Some BHAWE textiles may involve
processes such as handloom weaving, handspinning, hand-dyeing, hand-printing or hand embroidery, while other stages may use machinery or modern equipment.

We aim to identify the relevant technique and material information on individual product pages rather than describe every product simply as "handmade."

No.

Handloom refers specifically to the method used to weave fabric on a
loom operated without conventional power-driven weaving.

Handmade is a broader term that may refer to one or several manually
performed processes.

A handloom textile can involve both hand and mechanised processes at different stages of production.

Depending on the collection, BHAWE may work with:

• Cotton
• Linen
• Silk
• Handspun Yarns
• Natural-fibre blends
• Other thoughtfully selected textile materials

The exact fibre composition is provided on the individual product page wherever applicable

Not necessarily.

We use a range of natural and
thoughtfully selected textile materials, and some products may contain blends.

The actual fibre composition of each
product should be treated as the most reliable information. Please refer to the
individual product description and product label where available.

No.

A natural fibre is not automatically
sustainable simply because it comes from a natural source.

A textile's overall impact can
depend on factors including:

• How the fibre is grown or produced
• Water and energy use
• Processing and dyeing
• Spinning and weaving
• Transportation
• Product durability
• How the garment is washed and used
• How long it remains in use
• What happens to it at the end of its life

At BHAWE, we prefer to provide specific information about materials and processes rather than make blanket claims.

Where a product uses certified
organic cotton, the relevant certification or information will be
identified on the product page or accompanying documentation where applicable.

We do not describe conventional cotton as organic.

Natural fibres originate from
sources such as plants or animals. Examples include cotton, linen and silk.

Synthetic fibres are generally
manufactured using chemical processes and may include materials such as polyester or nylon.

Neither category alone tells the complete sustainability story. Fibre origin, processing, durability, use and end-of-life all matter.

Not necessarily.

A blend may be selected to achieve a
particular texture, durability, drape, performance or price.

The most useful information is the actual fibre composition, which BHAWE aims to provide clearly for each product.

Please refer to the product description and fibre composition listed for that product.

If you need additional information
before purchasing, contact us at support@bhawe.com.

We do not recommend relying on home tests such as burning fabric to identify fibre composition.

Pure silk is made from silk fibres produced by silkworms.

Terms such as artificial silk,
imitation silk or silk-look fabric can refer to materials designed to resemble silk but made from other fibres.

Always check the stated fibre composition rather than relying only on the appearance or word "silk" in a product name.

Cotton is a natural cellulose fibre
obtained from the cotton plant.

Its feel, strength, breathability and appearance can vary considerably depending on the cotton variety, yarn, spinning method,
weave, finishing and fabric weigh.

Linen is a natural fibre made from
the flax plant.

It is known for its breathability,
natural texture and characteristic tendency to crease.

The creasing of linen is generally part of its natural appearance rather than a defect.

Silk is a natural protein fibre
produced by silkworms.

It is valued for its softness, lustre, drape and distinctive hand feel. Different silk varieties and weaving methods can produce very different textures and appearances.

As a general guide:

• Cotton often suited for Everyday
  wear, breathable clothing and versatile use.
• Linen often suited for Warm
  weather, relaxed silhouettes and textured clothing
• Silk often suited for Occasion
  wear, elegant drape and refined textures

Actual performance depends on the particular fibre, yarn, weave, weight and finishing.

Handwoven fabric is produced using a loom operated manually rather than a conventional power-driven weaving process.

Because of the nature of handweaving, subtle variations in yarn thickness, texture, weave density or
colour may occur.

These characteristics can be part of the individuality of the textile.

Handspun yarn is yarn produced
through a manual spinning process.

Because the yarn is produced by
hand, it may contain natural variations in thickness and texture.

These variations can contribute to the
distinctive character of the resulting fabric.

No.

They describe different stages.

Handspun refers to how the yarn is made.

Handloom refers to how the yarn is woven into fabric.

A textile can therefore be handspun, handwoven, both, or neither.

Small variations can occur in
handcrafted and naturally processed textiles.

You may notice differences in:

• Colour
• Texture
• Yarn thickness
• Weave
• Motif placement
• Surface irregularities

Natural dyes and hand processes can
also produce subtle batch-to-batch variations.

These characteristics do not automatically indicate a defect.

A slub is a thicker or irregular
section of yarn that creates a visible variation in the fabric surface.

Slubs can occur naturally in certain yarns, particularly handspun or textured yarns, and may be an intentional or inherent characteristic of the textile.

A natural textile variation is
different from a product defect.

Examples of potential defects may
include:

• Significant holes or tears
• Major construction problems
• Serious stitching failure
• Incorrect product supplied
• Damage caused before delivery

If you believe your product has a defect, contact us within the timeframe specified in our Returns & Exchanges Policy (Domestic & International )with your order details and photographs.

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