THE BRAND.
At Naballah Chi (NCHI) we value and celebrate individuality and aim to create clothing that is both stylish and responsible.
Our brand elevates Fashion to an Art form, through our meticulous craftsmanship and dedication to detail. Each design is the language of self-expression, allowing our clients to adorn themselves in a tapestry of individuality and sophistication.
We represent a harmonious blend of artistry and sustainability, offering each individual a powerful choice of aligning their values with their fashion choices.
Our signature style is relaxed, loose-fitting silhouettes and bold palettes, designed to be easily mixed and matched, emphasizing layering and versatility.
NCHI offers you a powerful choice of aligning your values with your fashion choices.
THE mission.
As a Caribbean brand, we are very mindful of the impact fashion has on the environment, especially with the Caribbean region at the forefront of the environmental crisis, where vulnerability is concerned. The Caribbean is the most exposed region to climate-related natural disasters. These effects come with incalculable human loss, and substantial development and economic costs.
Our eco-optimism alone is not enough to combat the challenges posed by climate change. Specializing in hand painted garments, we pride ourselves on creating innovative clothing made from organic fabrics and eco-friendly materials to minimize environmental impact. This allows us to seamlessly blend sustainability with contemporary flair. We also employ a made-to-order model, to reflect our commitment to sustainability. By taking proactive steps to address climate change, we can help alleviate the burden on the Caribbean.
We understand that the human element is essential to being a sustainable business. It is not enough to use sustainable materials, and so, NCHI ensures the sustainability of human resources, is involved in the production process. All our collections are produced under ethical working conditions in Trinidad. In acknowledging that sustainability is an evolving journey NCHI adopts a proactive stance in adapting to new technologies, practices and continuous improvement where sustainability is concerned. Through these measures, we not only contribute to reducing the environmental impact of fashion but also raise awareness about sustainable practices and their importance in Climate Action.
In addition to using organic fabrics and eco-friendly dyes our pieces are typically produced in small batches. This method minimizes waste by promoting a more sustainable approach to production and by extension transportation. From raw materials sourcing to production processes, we consider the environmental impact of our products throughout their entire life cycle. Finally, we incorporate a circular manufacturing process that extends the life of a garment and gives garments a new life by reworking them into upcycled and repurposed pieces.
sustainability is the standard.
THE DESIGNER.
Naballah Chi is an award-winning Fashion Designer and Visual Artist. Born and raised in Trinidad and Tobago. Naballah grew up surrounded by a family of creatives whose purpose, strength, and optimism inspired her from an early age.
After graduating from The University of the West Indies with a Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies, Naballah realized her desire for creative exploration was not being fulfilled. It was then she decided to pursue her passion by enrolling in the Caribbean Academy of Fashion and Design where she majored in Fashion Design. From there, realizing she could have a career that blended her love of entrepreneurship with her desire for creative exploration, Naballah launched her eponymous brand in 2015.
Prior to launching her brand, Naballah represented Trinidad and Tobago at the World Muslimah Awards, in Jakarta Indonesia, where she placed in the top ten finalists. Subsequently, she worked as a Fashion Stylist and Fashion and Lifestyle Writer and Editor.
A creative but resilient person, Naballah is heavily inspired by the multifariousness of Caribbean culture; which she deconstructs and rebuilds with her vision, into bold and self-expressive collections, making her brand unique and easily identifiable.
From tailored to loose silhouettes, her imaginative approach to fashion has made her as a rising star in the fashion industry. She is currently on her 10th collection which received the UNESCO Transcultura Award for Best Fashion Collection.
Naballah has been featured in international publications including Forbes, The Huffington Post, BBC, Cosmopolitan and The Daily Mail, to name a few. A risk-taker at heart, Naballah continues to elevate fashion to an art form through her meticulous craftsmanship and dedication to detail.
The garments we create are not just clothing but wearable art.