About Us
We are eight full-time college students who strive for a more equitable, ethical, and sustainable world.
Taara Projects is our effort to help alleviate poverty, champion ethical and sustainable practices, and provide you with a long-lasting, affordable product.
Read more about our partnerships with Zy-lk and The New Norm.
Our team
Shanthi
Founder + CEO
Favorite thrift/vintage stores:
"I committed to only adding thrift or vintage clothing to my closet - Hunting Ground in Hampden and Dechoes in Florida are my favorites."
Michelle
Marketing
Favorite sustainability brand:
"Girlfriend Collective really drew me into conscious consumerism. They're one of the main reasons I joined Taara Projects!"
Keerti
Outreach & Communications
Favorite sustainability brand:
"Boie USA. They create hygiene essentials from recycled landfill plastics. My favorite product is the Face Scrubber, a staple in my skincare routine!"
Fatima
Marketing
Favorite thrifted item:
"A pair of brand new converse sneakers that I got for only four dollars!"
Rachel
Marketing
Oldest item in closet:
"My red and black checkered dress. Since I couldn't fit it anymore, I mended it into a top and a skirt!"
Castalia
Web Development
Oldest item in closet:
"I still consistently wear a black five-year old Awolnation sweatshirt. I don't even listen to the band anymore haha."
Avnika
Grant Writing
Favorite sustainability influencer: "@thatcurlytop - Everything about her is so vibrant, from her personality to her outfits!"
Our First Launch in Numbers
1
month to sell out
Taara Pants
120
pairs of pants sold in
6 colors, 3 sizes
80%
masks sold
to date
140+
