Our Story
How It Found Me
Saadia Khan spent years climbing the corporate ladder in Silicon Valley. In 2019, a trip to rural Pakistan changed the direction of everything. She met artisans living without basic necessities who were producing handwork that could sit in any luxury showroom. Skilled. Driven. Building futures for their families through craft.
She came back with a different mission. Indus Threads was born from that trip.
The Name
The Indus River is one of the longest rivers in Asia. It connects regions and cultures along its path. The brand carries its name for the same reason: it connects artisan craft with women around the world who want to wear something with substance.
Three Commitments
Every Indus Threads purchase moves through three layers.
Customers
The customer receives a handcrafted, limited-edition piece designed to be worn with confidence.
Creators
The artisan receives a direct opportunity: a global audience for their craft and fair value for their skill.
Charity Partners
Charity partners working in women's education, health, and safety receive a percentage of every sale.
How It Is Made
Indus Threads works directly with artisans and small brands around the world to create each piece. Materials are chosen for character and longevity: mother of pearl, recycled wood, semi-precious stones, hand-placed gemstones, and traditional thread techniques. Every piece is individually made. Some take days to complete. Each one is one of a kind.
We produce in limited runs.
The Founder
Saadia Khan
Former tech executive, philanthropist, and women's empowerment advocate. Pakistani-American, based in the San Francisco Bay Area. She writes empowerment blogs and conducts workshops to help women dream big, embrace their stories, and love their authentic selves. Featured in Entrepreneur, Cliché Magazine, Voyage LA, Bold Journey, and American Muslim Women Magazine.
Outside of Indus Threads, she travels often and spends time with her husband and two kids.
What We Believe
An accessory is a small thing that changes how a woman walks into a room. We make ours by hand, with intention, and with people who care about the craft as much as we do. That is the work.
