FAQ
We Started in 2019 as a drop shipping business. Within a month we came to know that this is not our cup of tea. So we decided to develop our own brand.
We started researching to do something in sustainable clothing with minimal design but high quality. We talked to manufacturer in the country. Finally we zeroed down to one and placed our orders. This is the way full fledged Himkar brand is born.
We are working hard to become a leading sustainable brand in India.
Actual origin of our brand name remains a secret. But we were looking for a simple name which is easy to remember and not too long to pronounce. Later our team developed a story around brand name. Meaning of Himkar in Hindi is cool the apparel which we sell is organic cotton which is also very cool during summer. A highly breathable fabric.However actual origin of the brand name is still a secret. 😀 😀
We are located in Pune, India.
We accept all major credit, debit cards, UPI, internet banking and Cash on delivery. Cash on delivery is limited to certain pin codes. You need to check while placing an order.
No we don't offer gift cards.
We ship across India. We have not yet started international shipping. Soon we will be shipping to few countries
Shipping across India is completely free. However, We charge Rs. 100 for cash on delivery orders across India.
We ship your order next day and delivery happens within a week, anywhere in India.
Once your order is shipped you received a sms with all the details.
Organic cotton is produced without the use of toxic chemicals and fertilizers which creates less impact on environment. Mainly grown in sutropical countries such as India, China, Turkey and some parts of USA.
To save our climate we should start using organic cotton. Reason being farming of organic cotton requires less energy and maintains healthy soils.
We all know that healthy soil store more carbon which helps in fighting the climate change.
There are third party agencies which verify that organic farming is done as per their standard and only follow the methods which are allowed in organic farming. The huge benefit of organic cotton is it uses less water.
Approximately 7000 L of water in required in producing one kg of organic cotton. On the other hand 29000 L of water is require to produce one kg of non organic cotton.
Apparel companies are developing either a 100% organic cotton program or a blend of organic cotton with conventional cotton. Like we have blended our t-shirt where 95% organic cotton and 5% lycra® is mixed which is making the t-shirt stretchable. Other t-shirts which we have is 100% organic cotton.
Organic cotton clothing are best for sensitive skin
Environmental impact is less in the production of organic cotton clothing
When you are wearing organic cotton clothing you are actually saving the lives of farmers, workers and their families. Because they are getting less exposed to toxic chemicals, fertilizers etc. Since organic cotton is grown naturally.
Organic cotton is durable and more softer thus cloth made up of organic cotton last long.
There are various certification body which audit the entire lifecycle right from processing to manufacturing to trading. As an end consumer you always get a quality product.
So, be a responsible citizen and understand the importance of organic cotton clothing. Make a wise decision and replace your wardrobe with organic cotton clothing.
There are various brand who have taken pledge to go 100% organic by 2025 and some of them are listed below. Himkar is already an organic apparel brand.
- H&M
- NiKE
- Adidas
- M&S
- Tesco
- Levis
- Timberland
GOTS is textile production certification which make sure that the garment which are manufactured does't use
- Toxic chemicals
- Chemical free inks
- No bleach and other toxic substance
- Azo free dyes
More you can learn from the link Global Organic Textile Standards
A name suggest fair trade means fair price, decent working conditions for farmers and workers. Click on Fairtrade link to learn more about fairtrade.
If you have bulk requirement of t-shirts you can directly send us an email hello@himkar.in or click on whats app chat icon to directly chat with us.
I love the design of your website can I hire you for my store front development
We don't promote such work. We are completely engaged with Himkar and don' t have much time to engage in developing storefront for others.
Yes, we developed our store using shopify.
You can reach us in following way
If you need your answer immediately kindly click on whats app chat icon to chat with us. You will get immediate response.
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Write us at hello@himkar.in. We take 2-3 hours to reply back via email
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Fill out form on contact us page and submit your requirement. We take 4-6 hours to respond back.