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January 2021’s podcast features all the news and updates from Viva! – including this month, our exclusive , vegan fashion with US label and music from Scottish band, . Find out more Making waves with Lex Rigby, Head of Investigations, with our . Why is it so challenging for people to care about fish? Fascinating insights into the fashion industry with US female vegan fashion designers, Meg and Komi Vora, from Delikate Rayne. How do we counter animal products in fashion? Gavin Chappell-Bates in conversation with dream pop emo rockers, Dreamkids. Having joined forces in February 2020, they’re taking the music scene by storm! About our show You can hear this show via Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and on lots of other apps and websites. Spread the word! Don’t forget to share us on Facebook and Twitter! Get the latest episode every month, straight to your mobile device or computer. It’s automatic and completely free. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2020. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music and content used by permission. Produced by Helen Wilson for Viva!.
Meg and Komie Vora- are ecopreneurs, the co-founders and designers behind Delikate Rayne (DR)- an award-winning, ethical, eco-friendly, cruelty-free women's label that produces in made to order/limited quantities to ensure zero waste whenever possible. The Vora sisters are disturbing the fashion industry by being a voice for the voiceless, empowering other females to go after their passion and pushing boundaries as brown creatives. The Vora sisters are first generation born and raised in the USA. They are going against the grain- forgoing their traditional cultural and gender expectations, by using their upbringing (Jain + Hindi roots plus born & raised vegetarian- now vegan) alongside their adoration of animals, to create green luxury- definitive and progressive vegan designs with a purpose into existence. DR also serves as a platform to bring awareness to the many overlooked issues in fashion including sustainability, cruelty and ethics. Plus making compassion cool by redefining luxury through changing the preconceived notions of what "lux" is. They also curate a conscious sanctuary through DR Diary which focuses on and educates about vegan/sustainable fashion, beauty, food, travel, wellness, mindfulness & more for your higher self. The Vora sisters had no formal industry experience or contacts, but their willingness not to conform to others expectations outweighed their fears and obstacles. Through their unstoppable drive and determinism to follow their desires, they set out to do whatever they could to make their dream a reality. What's particularly interesting about the Vora sisters is turning the things that they were once alienated and made fun of for while growing up resulted into making a remarkable impact later in their life. As a result, the sisters have become one of the pioneers of the kind fashion movement and are leading examples of how their unconventional upbringing and values led them to discover their passion which ultimately led to uncovering their purpose which is now channeled through the creation of Delikate Rayne. To date, the sisters and their company were on the front page in both digital and print of Colombia based Be Vegan Magazine and India West. Other notable interviews/features include: Forbes, NBC, Miss Bish, Galore, The Zoe Report, WWD, E! Online, The Los Angeles Times, StyleCaster, BuzzFeed, VegNews, Sakara, The Hindustan Times, Cheddar, Business Rockstars, The Orange County Register and many more. In addition, the Vora sisters have been guests on several podcasts, TV shows, radio segments and conferences/panels. The sisters have also conceptualized and served as creative directors for multiple fashion for good projects including PETA USA, NYLON magazine, PETA India, The Animal Hope and Wellness Center and others. They are also guest writers/features for 3 books on vegan style, living, and green business acumen. Today, Meg and Komie have built Delikate Rayne into a leading platform of bringing awareness all while paving the way for other compassionate companies.In this episode Yoga Is Vegan's Holly Skodis and Meg and Komie Vora discuss the following:Growing up in a Hindi and Jain household and how Ahimsa entered into their lives. Meg & Komie's vegan storyBuilding their ethical, eco-friendly, cruelty-free women's label, Delikate Rayne. The impacts of fast fashion on the environmentConnect with Meg & Komie Vora:Website: Delikaterayne.comTwitter: @delikaterayneFacebook: @DelikateraynePinterest: @delikaterayneInstagram: @delikaterayne
Harley speaks with Meg and Komie Vora, sisters and co-founders of their fashion line Delikate Rayne. They discuss the shocking realities of the leather industry, as well as the varying levels to being a conscious shopper. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
This week on the pod we’re redefining luxury fashion with two emerging icons. First up is Adrian Velarde of Desserto—a Mexico-based company transforming cactus into high-end leather. The new business’s innovative practices sidestep the toxic chemicals used in traditional leather-making and focus on environmental sustainability. Next up the Vora Sisters give us a lesson on ethical fashion, covering topics from the issues with fast-fashion to their own luxury apparel line, Delikate Rayne, that continues to raise the bar in the business. Fashion makes a statement—make sure the one you’re making is an ethical one. What we discuss in this episode: - How do you create leather out of cacti - The sustainability of cacti - Toxicity of the animal-based leather industry for human and environmental health - Desserto Website: https://desserto.com.mx/ - Desserto Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/desserto.pelle/ - What is fast-fashion - Hidden uses for leather - The difference between cruelty-free, vegan, and eco-friendly - Good on You app: https://goodonyou.eco/ - Not My Style app: http://www.notmystyle.org/ - Delikate Rayne website: https://www.delikaterayne.com/pages/chronicle Connect with Switch4Good - Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ2toqAmlQpwR1HDF_KKfGg - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Switch4Good/ - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/switch4good/ - Twitter: https://twitter.com/SwitchForGood - Website: switch4good.org - Support Our Cause: https://switch4good.org/support-us/
January 2021’s podcast features all the news and updates from Viva! – including this month, our exclusive , vegan fashion with US label and music from Scottish band, . Find out more Making waves with Lex Rigby, Head of Investigations, with our . Why is it so challenging for people to care about fish? Fascinating insights into the fashion industry with US female vegan fashion designers, Meg and Komie Vora, from Delikate Rayne. How do we counter animal products in fashion? Gavin Chappell-Bates in conversation with dream pop emo rockers, Dreamkids. Having joined forces in February 2020, they’re taking the music scene by storm! About our show You can hear this show via Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and on lots of other apps and websites. Spread the word! Don’t forget to share us on Facebook and Twitter! Get the latest episode every month, straight to your mobile device or computer. It’s automatic and completely free. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2020. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music and content used by permission. Produced by Helen Wilson for Viva!.
We all love a good outfit. But fashion is cruel to animals, cruel to people and cruel to the planet. Especially luxury fashion, which is synonymous with fur, cashmere, leather, angora and silk. Can fashion ever be compassionate? It can now. Meg and Komie were raised vegetarian. From a very young age they understood that animals are not here for food. Also from a young age, they loved nothing more than customizing their outfits. As they started shopping, they found it nearly impossible to find clothes they liked that were also cruelty-free. That’s why they created Delikate Rayne, a 100% vegan, sustainable, luxury clothing line made in LA. Their mission: to make a positive impact and give back through something people love - great fashion! And they’re spreading the message, having recently been featured in the prominent fashion publication PAPER. What’s so wrong with fast fashion? Firstly, the impact on animals: it’s a myth that fur and leather are by-products of the meat industry. Animals are raised specifically for that purpose, they are confined in tiny cages, tortured and slaughtered for their skin. Secondly, the impact on the environment. Constantly changing trends mean there is an incredible amount of waste. The process of dying fabrics pollutes water. And finally, the social impact. If you’re paying $10 for a t-shirt, how much is the person who made it getting paid? The solution? To go for a brand that is vegan, affordable, sustainable AND gorgeous… we love Delikate Rayne’s fashion range that ticks all these boxes. Meg and Komie’s tips for green shopping and living: Keep a reusable bottle (have a few so you always have one to hand) Shop in thrift stores - have a clear idea of what you want and then go search for it Buy high-quality timeless pieces rather than an abundance of cheap clothes Host a fashion pot-luck evening and swap clothes with your friends Check out Delikate Rayne’s game changer movement in partnership with PETA. Being hailed as “Sex and the City for Food,” The Food Heals Podcast brings together experts in the field of nutrition, health and healing to teach you the best-kept natural secrets to being a hotter, healthier, happier YOU! The Food Heals Podcast is hosted by Allison Melody and Suzy Hardy – two self-proclaimed natural chicks who will rock your world and change your beliefs about health! This sexy, savvy duo provides eco-friendly advice on a variety of issues including the healing power of nutrition, living authentically, turning your passion into your career, choosing the best natural health and beauty products, the benefits of a plant-based diet and so much more!
This week on “Rebel Hearts”: Kristie speaks with Meg and Komie Vora. Know as the Vegan Sisters they are the co-founders behind the Los Angeles based fashion label Delikate Rayne. Delikate Rayne is a 100% cruelty-free, eco lux women's label utilizing animal friendly textiles to provide an array of guilt-free, season-less garments which create a harmonious blend of humaneness, opulence, and street style. These sisters are disrupting the fashion industry by being a voice for the voiceless, empowering other females to go after their passions, changing the preconceived notions of what "luxury" is plus making compassion cool through their designs and advocacy. Do you know that the fashion industry has the second highest environmental impact, just after the oil industry? Are you aware of the toxins in your clothing that are not only affecting the environment but also your own health? Are you looking for alternatives in fashion that are good for you, good for the animals and good for the planet? Then join us as Meg and Komie share how they followed their passion to found their label Delikate Rayne. Learn about creating cruelty-free clothing, vegan alternatives to leather and sustainable practices in the fashion industry. We also talk about how toxic dyes affect our body and how we ourselves can stay healthier on all levels if we choose fashion that is non-toxic. Meg and Komie show us what a difference we can make in the world when we follow our dreams! Sponsor: https://www.strategysocial.co/rebels/
This week we're discussing the vegan fashion landscape and conscious consumerism with the fantastic sister duo and co-founders of Delikate Rayne, Meg and Komie Vora. Growing up amidst Hindu and Jain cultures, Meg and Komie were raised vegetarian and became vegan several years ago when they founded their cruelty-free label, Delikate Rayne. In this episode they talk about being proud advocates of fashion that is free from animals, and how truly ethical fashion extends far beyond veganism alone. Also on this episode… Meg and Komie explain how founding an ethical fashion line opened their eyes to veganism. How Meg and Komie's Jain grandmother influenced them to be vegan. “Why does everything that's considered luxurious have to be derived from an animal?” Creating clothes with a purpose greater than its aesthetic appeal. What it's like being an ethically conscious brand in a very non ethically conscious industry. Is leather a byproduct of the meat industry? Cruelty-free leather and Peace-Silk - we discuss whether ‘cruelty free' animal derived fabrics could be considered vegan. Do vegan textiles have a higher carbon footprint than their animal counterparts? ‘So yes, you're saving an animal but you're killing mother nature'. The vegan material you should really avoid. The problem with ‘fast fashion - “If we're going to consume the way that we are, we're going to have nothing left.” The wardrobe diet - Meg and Komie share their tips for veganising one's wardrobe. Links Learn more about Delikate Rayne. Follow Meg and Komie on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter. A study with further details on the environmental impact of veganism sent in by listener, Aryn. Social Media Twitter: @ChickPeepsPod Instagram: @ChickPeepsPod Facebook: @ChickPeepsPodcast Momoko Hill: @oh_momoko Robbie Jarvis: @robbjarvis Tylor Starr: @tylorstarr Evanna Lynch: @msevylynch
In this episode I interview Meg and Komie Vora from fashion brand Delikate Rayne in Los Angeles. The sisters grew up with a cruelty-free ethic – their father was raised Jain and their mother Hindi – and they've never eaten meat. As they searched for an animal-friendly wardrobe, they identified a gap in the market for high-quality vegan, ethically manufactured, sustainable clothing in the contemporary space and launched Delikate Rayne in December 2013. As the first generation of their family to be born in the US, they are keen to incorporate their east Indian roots into the brand. The company's name is what both their names mean in Hindi and the brand represents an effortlessness, nonchalant coolness with components of luxury. The sisters aim to provide clothing with a purpose and for the garments to hold meaning. They want their customers – who are predominantly women aged 18 to 35 – to feel good internally as well as externally. All their clothing is made locally in LA, and they sell their garments in carefully chosen retailers and from their own online store and pop-ups. In just three years and despite having no background in fashion before launching Delikate Rayne, their pieces have been worn by high-profile celebrities including Kendall Jenner. In this interview Meg and Komie talk about: • The best way to convince customers and buyers that cruelty-free fashion is as good as or better than garments that use animal materials • The number one way for your customer to recognise you • The importance of aesthetics and quality in ethical fashion • How to convey vegan ethics in your marketing and branding without coming off as preachy • How to get a celebrity to wear your clothes, and the key person on their staff you need to build a relationship with to make that happen • And much more Visit the Delikate Rayne website Brands mentioned in vegan business news roundup: Tofurky El Palote J. Selby's Follow Vegan Business Media on: Facebook Twitter Instagram Connect with me personally at: Facebook Twitter LinkedIn
In this episode I interview Meg and Komie Vora from fashion brand Delikate Rayne in Los Angeles. The sisters grew up with a cruelty-free ethic – their father was raised Jain and their mother Hindi – and they’ve never eaten meat. As they searched for an animal-friendly wardrobe, they identified a gap in the market for high-quality vegan, ethically manufactured, sustainable clothing in the contemporary space and launched Delikate Rayne in December 2013. As the first generation of their family to be born in the US, they are keen to incorporate their east Indian roots into the brand. The company’s name is what both their names mean in Hindi and the brand represents an effortlessness, nonchalant coolness with components of luxury. The sisters aim to provide clothing with a purpose and for the garments to hold meaning. They want their customers – who are predominantly women aged 18 to 35 – to feel good internally as well as externally. All their clothing is made locally in LA, and they sell their garments in carefully chosen retailers and from their own online store and pop-ups. In just three years and despite having no background in fashion before launching Delikate Rayne, their pieces have been worn by high-profile celebrities including Kendall Jenner. In this interview Meg and Komie talk about: • The best way to convince customers and buyers that cruelty-free fashion is as good as or better than garments that use animal materials • The number one way for your customer to recognise you • The importance of aesthetics and quality in ethical fashion • How to convey vegan ethics in your marketing and branding without coming off as preachy • How to get a celebrity to wear your clothes, and the key person on their staff you need to build a relationship with to make that happen • And much more Visit the Delikate Rayne website Brands mentioned in vegan business news roundup: Tofurky El Palote J. Selby’s Follow Vegan Business Media on: Facebook Twitter Instagram Connect with me personally at: Facebook Twitter LinkedIn
_ Animal Instinct _ is kicking off 2016 in style as host Celia Kutcher welcomes Delikate Rayne co-founders, sisters Meg and Komie. A cruelty-free women’s contemporary label that is shaking up the eco and vegan fashion scene, Delikate Rayne uses their upbringing alongside their adoration of animals to create green luxury – definitive and progressive designs with a purpose. Delikate Rayne’s pieces are ethically and consciously made in LA, 100 percent animal friendly plus utilizing sustainable leather to provide an array of guilt-free, seasonless garments which create a harmonious blend of compassion, opulence, and street style. Tune in for a great episode! “There’s a direct correlation between veganism, vegan clothing, vegan food, vegan life to climate change and reducing your carbon footprint.” [18:15] –Delikate Rayne on Animal Instinct