Our Story

Fueled by a lifelong love for textiles, family history, curiosity and sense of wanderlust, Umber & Ochre bridges tradition with modern design. We handcraft garments with meticulous care, honoring both...

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From Field to Fabric

Umber and Ochre are natural pigments derived from clay ranging in color from yellow to deep orange or brown. We believe in the inherent beauty of natural colors. Their earthiness grounds...

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Our Values

Transparency, Sustainability, LongevityWe commit to transparency, prioritize sustainability, and create garments built to last. Effortless, Timeless DesignOur designs are simple, timeless, and crafted with meticulous attention to detail and quality....

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OUR SUPPLY CHAIN

Travel and traditional Indian handicraft is a passion and goes hand-in-hand with our work. We travel directly to the origins of our makers, often exploring remote villages who are often introduced...

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Odisha Ikat, A Resist Dyeing Technique

Odisha Ikat is a kind of ikat, a resist dyeing technique, originating from the Indian state of Odisha. Also known as "Bandha of Odisha", it is a geographically tagged product...

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Seed&U

Cotton Grown Using Regenerative Practices –– Since Umber & Ochre began in 2011, we have striven for our products to have the least degenerative impact on the environment. From design to our...

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Our Supply Chain

Travel and traditional Indian handicraft is a passion and goes hand-in-hand with our work. Development and production is accomplished at small family-run factories, including our own utilizing traditional methods alongside...

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