Alongside London, Paris's design landscape retains Indian silhouettes and craft. A boom of diasporic designers focusing on ethical practices, such as using eco-friendly materials, and small batch production are carving their own niche.If your next Euro summer trip includes the Vogue World: Paris edition on June 23 try experimental silhouettes from Gundi Studios or kimonos and dresses from Jamini.
Founded by Natasha Sumant in 2018, embodies a spirit of rebellion and empowerment. Natasha, a Parsons School of Design alumna, channels her frustration with stereotypical portrayals of South Asian women into a brand that celebrates defiance and authenticity. Gundi, meaning 'female thug' in Hindi, produces their hand made clothing primarily in India in small batches.
For founder Charlotte Choudhary, is a canvas for exploring her dual French-Indian identity. A graduate of Central Saint Martins who focuses on textile exploration, Choudhary, who has prior experience at Jacquemus, imbues her clothes with a narrative that reflects her multicultural journey. Rescha, derived from the Hindi word 'resha' meaning yarn, epitomises Choudhary’s commitment to sustainable fashion.
By using dead stock and fibres, Rescha ensures each creation tells a story of India's culture. Dedicated to preserving the legacy of , Silk Road is a multi-brand retail platform which houses some of India's most popular indie and homegrown labels. Find airy shirts, dresses, and wardrobe staples for your breezy summer adv.
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