CHALO JOINS THE THINGTESTING DIRECTORY
Jul 03, 2024

We're so excited for Chalo to join the Thingtesting directory–the go-to platform for brand discovery and reviews. Thingtesting connects brands with consumers, fostering more thoughtful and insightful shopping experiences.

Explore real stories and reviews from our community, and let us make your Chalo experience the best it can be.

A LABEL THAT'S REIMAGINING THE COWBOY BOOT
Jul 14, 2024

It's a joy to see Chalo's journey featured in Hatched in Asia, a newsletter that celebrates the voices of women founders, change-makers, and creatives across Asia.

In this interview, we delve into the philosophy behind Chalo, the incredible creative abilities of our makers, and our responsible production methods. Check out the full Q+A here–we're grateful for the opportunity to share our story with the wider community.

THINGS I AM LOVING RIGHT NOW
Jun 03, 2024

"These beautiful cowboy boots, a small woman and family-owned business that originates with the founder’s father in North India. I own the short style and I know they are going to be something I pull from my closet for decades to come."

Wow, what a wonderful shoutout by Gee Thanks, Just Bought It!–we loved sharing a small corner of our world with them!

THE NEWEST INDEPENDENT BRAND TO JOIN FLAGSHIP
Jun 05, 2024

It feels wonderful for Chalo to partner with Flagship, a simple platform for creators and small business owners to share their craft, support responsible production, and learn from each other.

We were introduced to the team at Flagship by Caroline Moss, author and curator of Gee Thanks, Just Bought It! and are so grateful to her and the team at Flagship for brining this one to life!

A HOMEGROWN COWBOY BOOT BRAND FROM INDIA
May 06, 2024

Our founder, Mitali Gupta, spent ten years of her young adulthood in New York. Naturally, the big city holds a very special place in her heart. So seeing this mention of Chalo in nextNYC, a platform that connects the NY innovation and entrepreneurial community, was especially heart-warming and brought back a lot of nostalgia.

We're hugely thankful to the entire team at nextNYC for giving us this space. Have a look at the full issue here and learn more about the innovation community in the Big Apple!

RESPONSIBLY MADE BOOTS BY A WOC BIZ, GET YOURS!
May 08, 2024

It’s the little things that often add up in the best way. It was a treat to see a very generous mention of Chalo in Femily On The Go–an incredibly inspiring and powerful space on gender inclusion and equity advising, alongside other resource-packed tips and tools.

Seeing this kind of support that engages communities and helps them thrive is really energizing, and we're so grateful to see a mention of Chalo on this platform.

CHECK 'EM OUT, I'LL BE ROOTING FOR CHALO!
Apr 26, 2024

The Find is a wonderfully curated newsletter on culture, gender, freedom, and finds from the community. It's been humbling to share Chalo among these networks who are so incredibly supportive of the work we are doing, and rooting for us all along.

Have a look at the full issue here.

I CAN ATTEST TO THEIR MAGIC AND VERSATILITY
May 01, 2024

"I love my Chalo boots! They're comfortable, well-crafted, and unique. I'm conscientious about [the kind] of businesses I support ... so a WOC-led business definitely went straight to the top of my list. I already want another pair!"

We loved sharing our philosophy and making methods with Will & Way. These conversations are a nice way to unplug from the day-to-day, shed some light on the action behind-the-scenes, and take a moment to appreciate the journey you’re on.

Have a look at the Will & Way newsletter sponsored by Chalo, and the full issue featuring our Q+A.

INTRIGUED BY THE STORY, MAKER, AND PURPOSE
Apr 24, 2024

"And this pitch got me. I am truly intrigued by the story, maker, and purpose. When that happens, when it feels special, I want to bring those to you. It's so good, I'm honestly having a hard time cutting it."

Wow, what a mention! We loved sharing our art and story with Hey Mrs. Solomon, a trusted space to support people with navigating the relationship between style and self-expression, and simply put joy in getting dressed!

In the words of Rachel Solomon, "Chalo, my friends", and have a look at the full issue here!

THE COWBOY BOOT TREND WILL STICK AROUND
Apr 24, 2024

We're big fans of Back Row, a space where author and curator, Amy Odell, shares a view into the perspectives, challenges, and pressures in the fashion industry. We love that her writing challenges the status quo and empowers the community to think in ways that are not one-dimensional only.

Seeing a mention of Chalo in Back Row was so ecxiting. Check out the full issue here–in the words of Amy, may be you'll pledge support for the cowboy trend too!

REDEFINING FORM AND FUNCTION
Dec 27, 2023

Chalo with us in Delhi this winter!

Recently, we got to share Chalo with the team at Little Black Book (LBB), a platform that highlights local and independent creators across India. We are so delighted to see a mention of our cowboys in the LBB Delhi community and among the list of the most loved homegrown brands of 2023.

This is such a special shoutout from the homeland, and we are immensely thankful to the LBB team for sharing our story with their community.

THE STORY BEHIND THE BRAND
Mar 12, 2024

It's such a joy to see our story resonate with many communities close to and far from home. We're humbled to get mention in the wonderfully curated Shit I Bought And Liked–a fun safe space full of asides, anecdotes, and trusted recommendations that support mindful consumption.

Have a look at the full issue here: may be you'll want to channel your inner Bella Hadid and Chalo with us too!

OUR FIRST POP UP IN THE HOMELAND, IN INDIA
Dec 13, 2023

This was a very special and exciting moment for us: Chalo participated in its first-ever pop up in the homeland, in India, at One Amazing Thing (OAT), hosted by Brown Paper Bag (BPB).

OAT is a curated shop discovering and highlighting emerging creators across India and Nepal, and we were so excited to be a part of this experience. Every year, OAT comes to Mumbai and it was so much fun sharing what we're building through this beautiful space.

A special shoutout to the team at BPB for bringing this to life. Stay tuned for the next time OAT comes to town!

ADMIRATION FOR FEMALE ENTREPRENEURS
Dec 19, 2023

As we round out the year, we had a very special moment to share Chalo with the wonderful founders of The Skimm and their readers.

We're big admirers of the beautifully curated content on the platform and adore that it so nicely helps to navigate many areas of life–news, finance, wellness, responsible shopping, and more, while keeping you up-to-date.

AN ECO-HUB FEATURING ETHICAL BRANDS
Oct 30, 2023

In a world of many brands and products, effective communication is more than just getting the word out. It is about making sure what you're building resonates and comes from a place of meaning. We're so happy to share Chalo with Our Good Brands, an eco-hub featuring social impact resources for brands and consumers. 

Chalo has joined Our Good Brands' directory of brands alongside other creators and change-makers.

FOR THE HOST, HOMEBODY, ADVENTURER, AND MORE
Dec 07, 2023

We are so happy to see Chalo on the Women Talk Design 2023 Holiday Gift Guide.

WTD is an incredible organization that elevates women and gender non-binary speakers. Our founder first learned about WTD in New York and decided to take a public speaking workshop (her first!) with them. Years later, it is a joy to share Chalo with the WTD community.

The WTD Holiday Gift Guide is curated to support small business owners, artists, and freelancers beyond the stage, and we're so thankful to them for highlighting us.

DRUMROLL PLEASE, WELCOMING CHALO TO TCHA
Sept 21, 2023

Chalo entered its very first store in Berlin-Mitte, at Tcha Concept. We are beyond excited to be among the creative entrepreneurs Tcha supports, and love meeting the community the space brings together–artists, designers, wellness practitioners, and more.

If you’re strolling by Berlin-Mitte, stop by Tcha’s beautiful space and have a look at our collection!

THE PERFECT FALL BOOTS
Sept 25, 2023

"Lace up: Chalo has been making everyday cowboy boots … and they’re perfect for fall.” What an exciting mention of Chalo to see in the thoughtfully curated The Good Trade, one of our favorite morning reads.

A huge thank you to the team at The Good Trade for giving us the perfectly warm welcome into the Fall season.

POPPING UP AT BLEECKER STREET IN NEW YORK
Jun 27, 2023

Since the time we visited the Zuri store in the West Village in New York, we've been big fans! Their beautiful prints and colors remind us of home, in India. So when we started Chalo, it was a dream for us to share our story and craft with brands like Zuri. And, we were overjoyed to have our first ever pop-up, hosted at Zuri's beautiful space in New York.

A special shoutout to the incredible Zuri team for hosting us so warmly. We loved popping up at your shop and had so much fun sharing our work with your world.

A GLOBALLY INSPIRING COMMUNITY OF CREATORS
Sept 19, 2023

Not Just A Label (NJAL) serves as a critical platform in empowering emerging voices and designers from the global fashion industry. We are honored for Chalo to be featured on Not Just A Label's platform, alongside new and leading designers from 150+ countries.

It's humbling for us to join the NJAL community of artists and designers, have the opportunity to share what we're building, and support the talent of fellow creators. It is an incredible platform to nurture the craft of contemporary fashion and support responsible production.

BOOT-SCOOTIN' ON A MONDAY
Apr 17, 2023

We could not have said it better ourselves! We're humbled to get a mention A Thing or Two, a wonderfully curated newsletter and podcast. This is Chalo's very first feature, and we're beyond honored to be among the ten things on the amazing list this week.

Have a look at the full issue here–maybe you'll want to boot-scoot, country it up, and Chalo with us too.

AN INSPIRATION TO GO ON NEW JOURNEYS
Jun 15, 2023

We were introduced to Impact Hub through the "Impact Hub Meet The Innovator Series", a tool to bring together innovators and entrepreneurs on topics that are at the forefront of social impact today. And now, it's an honor to see Chalo's mention in this community.

Have a look at the Impact Hub New York Metropolitan Area newsletter for the full feature.