Robbinsville High School junior Megana Madhurakavi, an established clothing designer, recently debuted her new collection.
She is combining comfort and sustainability this holiday season with the new OASIS hoodie collection from her clothing brand, Liila.
OASIS is Liila’s second collection, building on last year’s Essence line of dresses. Liila’s mission is to revolutionize the fashion industry by proving that looking fabulous can be done ethically and responsibly, Madhurakavi says.
The hoodies are made from a breathable blend of bamboo fabric and organic cotton. The collection has a minimalistic vibe, and the phrase “For a Better Planet” is stitched on the back of each hoodie to emphasize Liila’s commitment to producing environmentally friendly products.
The company puts ethics at the forefront of every decision, from manufacturing all the way to shipping, Madhurakavi says. By making choices such as using sustainable materials, supporting fair labor practices and delivering items in biodegradable packaging, Liila allows customers to enjoy chic fashion without the guilt.
“The approach I take with everything I design is ethics over profit,” Madhurakavi says. “The bamboo we use is dented and then cut, not uprooted, so it will grow back. Even in the manufacturing process itself, we take orders and produce in small batches, meaning we have very little to no waste.”
All OASIS hoodies are OEKO-TEX Certified, meaning their materials have been tested to ensure they are free of harmful substances.
Madhurakavi says she was inspired to create her new collection following a trip to the U.S. Department of Energy, where she met environmentally driven leaders from around the country. The trip opened her eyes to the demand for sustainability-first clothing and emphasized the significance of Liila’s mission to create stylish, comfortable clothing without sacrificing ethics.
In the future, Madhurakavi plans to make an even broader impact in the sustainable clothing industry by releasing diverse lounge wear collections including sweatpants and t-shirts.
Anyone interested can pre-order an OASIS hoodie at shopliila.com/collections/all.
