ABOUT THE BRAND
Lekha is a lifestyle brand offering timeless clothing, accessories, and goods for the home. Each piece is handmade in India by local artisans and meant to travel alongside you on all the stages of life’s journey. Using only high-quality, hand loomed organic materials such as, linen, silk, and muslin, while incorporating both traditional and new textile techniques, our soft, breathable, and machine-washable clothing is designed to flatter every body and fit any occasion.
Lekha believes the world would be a better place if we were connected to those who create the goods we wear every day. Lekha aims to foster a connection between the artisan who makes a piece and the person who welcomes that piece into the home. We work in large part with women’s empowerment groups in India to design prints and silhouettes, and employ artisans in rural Indian communities. In villages where men are traditionally the breadwinner and head of household, helping women gain financial independence creates a legacy of change, nurturing confidence, self-respect, and ultimately, freedom. By supporting lekha, you are empowering women and contributing to the philanthropic missions of our partners, from providing education for girls to building a better infrastructure in rural communities.
Lekha (pronounced LAY·ka) is named after Rajmata Vijaya Raje Scindia (1919-2001), formerly Lekha Divyeshwari Devi, a leader in the early stages of the bjp, the leading political party of post-independence India, and a woman who embodied conviction, courage, and strength. We are devoted to following in her footsteps, honoring our authentic relationship with India by partnering with Indian artisans to remedy the effects of gender bias on economic opportunities and independence. We seek to move through the world with integrity, tenderness, and an open, kind heart.
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Lower Garden District
2025 Magazine St.
New Orleans, Louisiana 70130
504.582.9467