The Literature Lounge
From Fabric to Memoir: Stitching Together a Life of Meaning

About this Podcast:
In this soulful episode, Mohua speaks with Shailini Sheth Amin—architect, designer, and the founder of Moral Fibre, an ethical fashion company rooted in Gandhian philosophy. Their conversation begins with Shailini’s work in sustainable fashion and expands into a moving exploration of her debut memoir, Fit In, Stand Out, Walk: Stories from a Pushed Away Hill.
At the heart of the memoir is Neelima, an orphan from Mumbai navigating tides of loss, resilience, and reinvention in an ever-shifting world.
Shailini speaks with deep conviction about how khadi is more than just cloth—it’s a metaphor for self-reliance, sustainability, and dignity of labor. We learn how Moral Fibre was born out of a desire to offer an alternative—a way to produce fashion that respects both people and the planet.
This episode is a quiet rebellion against the throwaway culture of today, and a meditation on how story, fabric, and purpose can come together to create lasting change.
Listen to this podcast for authors and explore stories of resilience and sustainable fashion!
00:00 Highlights
01:22 Introduction and Personal Journey
02:00 Inspiration Behind the Memoir
06:14 The Significance of the Title
08:17 Navigating Early Life Experiences
09:59 Exploring Difficult Subjects
12:24 Finding One’s Footing
14:43 Perspectives on Relationships
18:10 Moral Fibre and Gandhian Philosophy
23:06 Key Takeaways from the Memoir
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Shailini Sheth Amin: https://www.instagram.com/shailini_sheth_amin/
Fit In, Stand Out, Walk: Stories from a Pushed Away Hill – https://www.amazon.in/Fit-Stand-Out-Walk-Stories/dp/B0CRVMLR36
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