Alia Bhatt Launched Her Own Label Of Kids Clothing

Actor says she founded Ed-a-Mamma to foster a love for nature among children. Says the company will create world-class products for Indian kids and storytelling is at the heart of this vocal-for-local brand.

In October, celebrated actor, philanthropist and investor Alia Bhatt launched her own conscious clothing apparel brand for children, Ed-a-Mamma.

The self-funded start-up brand, caters to children in the age group of 2-14 years. Ed-a-Mamma is a completely homegrown brand, which resonates with the ‘Vocal for Local’ ethos.

The maiden run of the brand comes in three collections – Veggie Squad, Friends of the Ocean and Candyland. With apparel for little girls and boys ranging from tops, tees and shirts, skirts, dresses, jumpsuits and bottoms.

Each collection features unique, signature prints. The clothes are environment friendly, made from natural fibres with plastic free buttons and trims. Echoing Alia’s vision of nurturing a love for nature among children.

Currently available on firstcry.com. The brand has sold nearly 70% of its first season’s collection within six weeks of launch.

Ed-a-Mamma is pegged on storytelling and engaging with children at multiple levels. It seeks to create conversation with its core target audience.

Inculcate good habits and encourage children. To adopt environment first practices, kindness towards animals and make better choices.

Alia Bhatt started Coexist. An online platform that highlights ecological and animal welfare issues.

 

To learn more about what impacts the environment and share her learnings with others. She alsi started Mi Wardrobe is Su Wardrobe (MiSu)

A closet sharing initiative, roping in industry friends and colleagues. To expand the scope of conversation around conservation.

Speaking about the brand, founder Alia Bhatt said,

“This is a time of great uncertainty for the whole world. The universe is sending us a message. That if we mess with nature, there is a price we all have to pay. I’ve tried doing this with a universe of products for children. Every detail does its bit for mother nature. Be it non-synthetic garments, buttons that don’t use plastic, seed bombs that help you grow a garden. Why children’s products? To catch them young and create a love for nature at an early age.”

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