Welcome To Banawa & Co.
Lauren Banawa is the founder and owner of Banawa & Co. Her passion for creating garments began at a young age when she crafted her first matching vest and pants using her mother’s upholstery fabric swatch books. Growing up with an interior designer mother who encouraged her creativity, Lauren spent many hours cutting up wallpaper and fabric samples. She was introduced to sewing by her grandmother at the age of six and has been dedicated to the craft ever since, holding a special place in her heart for her grandmother every time she sews.
Lauren holds a Bachelor of Arts in Costume Design and has worked as a Technical Costume Designer and Patternmaker for the Walt Disney Company. During her time at university and at Disney, she designed and created costumes for several local theatre and dance productions in Florida. Now, as a business owner, she transforms both her ideas and the visions of others into real-life wearable art. For Lauren, creating is a source of joy and fulfillment, and she is passionate about sharing that joy with others through her work.
Get in TouchBringing the Textile Industry Back To East Tennessee
Our mission is to bring the Textile Industry back to East TN to support locally sourced/made goods from farm to finished product. By investing in our creative community, we pave the way for high value textile careers in East TN.
For Our People
We prioritize the well-being of our employees by ensuring a compensation that is not only fair but exceeds the living wage standard and support the personal and professional development of our team.
For Our Products
Proudly made in the USA and ethically produced, we prioritize the use of natural and non-toxic fibers in our creations, ensuring the utmost care for both our customers and the environment.
For Our Planet
Our approach is centered on circularity, focusing on sustainable processes that contribute to a healthier ecosystem by recycling and reusing materials, thereby reducing waste and promoting environmental stewardship.
We’re Committed to Maintain Standard Work Process
Consultation
This stage is crucial for understanding the client's vision and requirements.
Create & Source
Creating a mood board and product illustrations to establish the design's visual and emotional appeal
Manufacturing
clients can choose to proceed with production either with us or an external larger manufacturer.
Design Planning
We create custom packages based on the client's unique needs identified during the consultation.
Prototype
Undergoes a thorough review process, including up to three revisions and possibly a fitting session.
