Chetan Verma

Who I Am?

I’m Chetan Verma, an eco-conscious entrepreneur and creative mind behind Kapas Paduka and Indian Fashion Follower. With over a decade of experience in fashion and sustainability, I aim to blend modern design with traditional values. My journey has been recognized by BBC News India for redefining footwear with biodegradable materials and purpose-driven impact.

From handcrafted sarees to sneakers made from recycled cotton and cork, my mission is to empower artisans, plant trees, and design responsibly.

My Visions

Why I Do It?

Eco-conscious innovation through design

Artisan empowerment, especially for women

Tree plantation with every sneaker

Slow fashion over fast fashion

Global impact from local roots

I envision a world where fashion is sustainable, artisans thrive, and conscious choices lead to a better future for all.

Empowering Sustainable Fashion

Chetan Verma’s Vision for a Regenerative Fashion Future

“Fashion shouldn’t cost the Earth and it shouldn’t ignore the hands that make it.”

Chetan Verma envisions a world where fashion becomes a force for regeneration not just in style, but in soil, society, and self-worth. His mission is to empower a new generation of sustainable fashion one that’s biodegradable, ethical, and deeply rooted in community and culture.

Artisan Support

We empower artisans by promoting their craftsmanship and providing a platform for their creations.

Eco-Friendly Products

Discover our range of sustainable products that prioritize the environment and ethical practices.

Through ventures like Kapas Paduka and Indian Fashion Follower, Chetan is?

Reviving artisanal legacies

Hand-embroidered sarees, upcycled silhouettes, and traditional crafts aren’t relics. They’re blueprints for a slower, meaningful future. Chetan works closely with artisans, especially women, to ensure that every piece made carries their voice and dignity.

Leading the biodegradable fashion revolution

From cork-based leather alternatives to plant-powered soles and recyclable insoles, Chetan is breaking the mold of waste-heavy fashion. His products are designed to return to Earth as gently as they came.

Creating conscious communities

Sustainable fashion isn’t just about materials it’s about minds and missions. Chetan brings together farmers, designers, scientists, and storytellers to build ecosystems that educate, inspire, and act.

Growing forests, Leaving green imprints on time

Every sneaker from Kapas Paduka plants trees. Every product tells a story of repair over replacement, craft over consumption, and earth over excess.

The Goal Is Not Just to Wear Differently, It’s to Think Differently.

“I believe fashion can be more than beautiful. It can be biodegradable. It can be fair. It can be a solution.”
— Chetan Verma

Building community

“Entrepreneurship with Roots. Grounded in People, Grown by Purpose”

Chetan believes in building businesses that stay rooted in human connection where every product empowers someone, every idea plants a seed, and every step leaves a positive footprint.

SOCIAL CONNECT

CONNECT ME?

Get in touch to discuss sustainable fashion, collaborations, or learn more about my projects and vision for ethical innovation.

Dear Chetan Verma, You’re not just building brands, you’re shaping a movement. Through Kapas Paduka, you’ve woven together tradition, innovation, and nature in a truly inspiring way.

From biodegradable sneakers to empowering communities, your journey from Indian Fashion Follower to a global sustainability voice is remarkable.

Keep walking tall. Your steps are planting hope. With admiration, - Irina Kovalevskaya