Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC)
What: Khadi cotton babywear and handmade paper slippers (0-2 years)
USP: The collection of sleeveless vests and frocks is made with 100 per cent hand-spun and handwoven cotton fabric that is soft on sensitive skin of the children and prevents from rashes or skin irritation. The collection also features handmade paper “use and throw” slippers which are 100 per cent eco-friendly and cost-effective.
Price: Rs 599 onwards
Availability: At Khadi showroom in Connaught Place, New Delhi and online on khadiindia.gov.in
About KVIC: KVIC is a statutory body formed by the government of India under the KVIC Act of 1956 that aims to nurse employment and economic uplift in rural India. KVIC constituted as an apex body under the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises to help plan, promote, facilitate, organise and aid in the development of Khadi and Village Industries in rural India in conjunction with other agencies involved in rural development.
Birkenstock x Jil Sander
What: Autumn Winter 2021-22 collection of unisex footwear
USP: This collection of unisex shoes and sandals is conceived by Jil Sander’s creative directors Lucie and Luke Meier, who have blended the sense of luxury, comfort, and design with the authentic Birkenstock silhouette. The three existing models Arizona, Milano and the Berlin, have all been reimagined, sporting an exaggerated silhouette with rounded, wider and higher profile and larger outsoles, resulting in a strong look and grounded footprint. Whereas new Velan model is a reinvention of the Berlin closed-toe sandal, with a soft nappa strap to wrap around the ankles.
Price: Rs 29,990 onwards
Availability: Online on Birkenstock.in/1774.com
About Birkenstock: Headquartered in Germany, Birkenstock is a global lifestyle brand with a heritage in iconic footwear, rooted in the creation of the Birkenstock footbed.
About Jil Sander: Jill Sandler is a high-end luxury clothing brand. Launched in 1968 by Jil Sander, the fashion house presented its first women’s collection in Hamburg in 1973. Three years later, Jil Sander GmbH was founded in Hamburg. In 1994, the brand’s first showroom opened in Milan, later becoming the creative and operative headquarters of the company.
Kalki Fashion
What: Collection for ethnicwear for men
USP: The collection includes an array of quirky, well-structured floral and printed Nehru jackets, waistcoats, perfect for any wedding function. The curated ethnic outfits in baby blues, mellow yellows, champagne golds and rustic reds, are flourished in bandhani to channel ones inner desi vibe, vibrant bloom prints, kurtis hand-studded in abla work, cow kurti sets, and more.
Price: Rs 6,275 onwards
Availability: Online at kalkifashion.com
About the company: Born in Mumbai, India in 2007, Kalki evokes the very spirit of the city it was founded in. An upstart, innovative, and dynamic brand, Kalki offers the best of contemporary, ethnic Indian fashion and fusion-wear styles.
Raisin | Constellation
What: Collection of kurta sets for women
USP: Inspired by the sun signs, the collection of navy blue kurta sets have hand-embellished sequins on them. The range includes 12 different attires to represent all 12 sun signs; the colour navy blue was chosen to represent a night sky full of stars.
Price: Rs 2,499
Availability: Online on raisinglobal.com
About the company: Backed with a strong foundation of Parvati Fabrics Ltd with over 30 years of experience, Raisin has been offering the most comfortable fashion experience for women of all ages. The essence of Raisin is fashion that has been crafted to be exceptionally comfortable, yet stylish, an ideal choice for today’s modern woman.
Zeezeezoo
What: Collection of kidswear (aged 0-4 years)
USP: The collection is created keeping in mind modern-day parents who want to bring up their kids according to Indian culture and embrace other cultures at the same time. Also adding a fun quirkiness to its product range with a bright and original aesthetic, the collection designed by Indian artists include bodysuits, tees, blankets, bibs, flashcards, accessories and gift sets.
Price: Rs 350 onwards
Availability: Online on zeezeezoo.com
About the company: Ashini Shah and Rahil Shah, the cousin-in-law duo created this brand to help imbibe Indian culture through their products. Zeezeezoo is constructed on the idea of being proud to flaunt culture and roots. The mantra is to create a brand inspired by the fun and whimsy sensibility of India.