I learned to sew at my grandmother’s side, watching her transform fabric into something beautiful with patience and care. Decades later, after a career in medicine, I returned to that craft—not out of nostalgia, but out of a deep need to create with intention.

The more I sewed, the more I was drawn to extraordinary materials: silk that caught the light, wool that held warmth, and eventually, lotus fiber—a textile so rare and exquisite, it changed everything. Its natural sheen, its weightless drape, the way it seemed to know what it wanted to become—I was captivated.

I discovered a world of plant-based textiles that few knew existed. Lotus silk, woven from the stems of sacred flowers. Banana fiber, spun from agricultural waste. Each material had a story, a purpose, and an undeniable beauty.

Kyaropa was born from a simple belief: that the clothes we wear should be as thoughtful as the lives we lead. That luxury isn’t about logos, but about materials, craftsmanship, and meaning. That we can honor both the earth and ourselves in what we choose to wear.

This is fashion as it should be—slow, intentional, and deeply joyful .

Rebecca Geer, MD Founder & Designer