Brief : A class room assignment to use Indian traditional textiles and handicrafts in order to create products for contemporary customer. Product development range to be delivered via visuals along with the swatches of the design techniques.
United Elegance is a collection of Bridal wear for the contemporary Indian Bride belonging to the different religions and regions of India.
Uniting the different religions of India together with a common 'sutra' (meaning : thread) - Khadi, fabric of the nation.
Mahatma Gandhi used Khadi as a tool to bind India together during the struggle for Independence.
Value addition to this iconic fabric has been done by traditional hand embroidery techniques to add the required razzle and dazzle of an Indian wedding yet keeping it very subtle.
Moodboard
The Hindu Bride
Hand done Embroidery
The Sikh Bride
The Muslim Bride
Traditional Patti ka kaam
The Christian Bride
The Hand Painted Saree
Hand painting on Khadi
Let us believe in the ability of Khadi to remodel Indian Bridal wear, keeping the spirit of unity alive for the fabric of the nation is luxurious alike.
