Our Story
Our Story
Why Oh Scrap! Madras
Oh Scrap! Madras was founded in August 2019 in India, driven by a shared passion for the planet and the environment. We specialize in upcycling fabric waste, transforming fabric scraps into new sustainable products. Our mission is to ensure accessibility and cost-effectiveness for our diverse customer base while promoting sustainable practices. Through collaborations with like-minded individuals and organizations, we actively encourage responsible consumption and production. At Oh Scrap! Madras, we are dedicated to inspiring and educating others to embark on their own sustainable journey.
Meet Our Founders and Team
The founders' common concern for the environment inspired them to create Oh Scrap! Madras as a way to encourage conscious consumerism and make a positive impact on the planet.
Priyanjoli Basu
A former fashion student, celebrity manager, stylist and costume designer whose passion for film, photography, and textiles led her to pursue sustainable fashion. While studying fashion design in London, she was shocked by the destructive and abusive nature of the clothing manufacturing industry, prompting her to create a brand that upcycles fabric scrap and supports local artisans.
Dominique Lopez
A demographer and epidemiologist who has been a go-green enthusiast for years, driven by her personal and professional experiences with sciences and population impact. Her relocation to India revealed to her the inherent sustainability in the Indian way of life, leading her to envision a platform that centres around sustainability, the local economy and women's empowerment.
Our Team
Operations manager : Manjushree
Tailors: Amala, Magesh, Nitya, Satya, Liyakhat,
Photography & Social Media: Natasha
Thrift and Online Platform: Haritha
Segregation and cleaning : Laskhmi and Selvi
Oh Scrap! Madras' upcycled products are available in multiple physical and online retail outlets across India. If you'd like to shop directly from our website click here