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ĒKĀ — SS/27

BA Fashion Show 2026
Collection Overview
°‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ Crafted with Bandhani and block-printed textiles, each ensemble reinterprets time-honored techniques through a refined, contemporary lens.
°‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ This ready-to-wear collection celebrates the artistry of Indian craftsmanship while exploring modern expressions of texture, pattern, and form, creating a bridge between tradition and innovation.
Bandhani Blouse & Contemporary Skirt
°‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ This design is a fusion of traditional Indian textiles and modern silhouettes, featuring a blue Bandhani blouse inspired by the evolving styles of Indian saree blouses. The intricate Bandhani textile adds cultural richness and handcrafted beauty, while the modern blouse structure creates a refined and versatile look.
°‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎  Paired with a sleek black straight skirt, the ensemble balances tradition with minimal contemporary elegance, highlighting the beauty of Indian craftsmanship in a modern context.
Pink Bandhani Wrap Dress
°‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ This design is a contemporary take on traditional Indian royal attire, featuring a pink Bandhani wrap dress inspired by the Angrakha silhouettes once worn by kings in India. The wrap construction and asymmetrical hem create a fluid, graceful movement while honoring the layered elegance of historic garments.
°‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ The vibrant Bandhani textile adds cultural richness and craftsmanship, blending traditional Indian aesthetics with a modern, fashion-forward silhouette.
Rajasthani-Inspired Ensemble
°‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎This design is an interpretation of traditional Rajasthani attire, featuring a red Bandhani inner paired with a structured black short jacket inspired by the silhouettes of Rajasthani Poshak blouses. The contrast between the bold Bandhani textile and the modern cropped jacket creates a balance of heritage and contemporary style. 
°‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎The look is completed with red Bandhani wide-leg pants, bringing fluidity and movement while celebrating the richness of Indian craftsmanship through a modern fashion perspective.
Pleated Blouse & Navari-Inspired Skirt
°‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎This ensemble is an interpretation of traditional Indian draping and garment construction, featuring a pleated blouse inspired by ancient Indian blouse silhouettes. The structured pleats add texture and dimension, creating a balance between heritage and modern elegance. 
°‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎It is paired with a straight-cut skirt, the design incorporates cascading center pleats that flow to the floor, inspired by the folds of the Navari saree drape. This piece celebrates the movement, artistry, and timeless beauty of traditional Indian attire through a refined contemporary lens.
Corset Dress with Bandhani Accents
°‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎This design is a contemporary fusion of Indian heritage, featuring a structured black corset straight-cut dress that creates a sleek and modern silhouette. The look is elevated with a delicate blue Bandhani dupatta inspired by traditional Indian draping, adding movement and cultural depth to the minimal form. 
°‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎A bold blue Bandhani pleated waist belt, inspired by the regal belts worn by ancient Indian kings, defines the waist while bringing a sense of strength, elegance, and historical influence to the ensemble. This piece blends traditional craftsmanship with a modern fashion perspective.
Presentation at Senior BA Show 2026
°‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎The EKA collection was presented at the Senior BA Show 2026, an exhibition organized by myself and two of my peers to showcase our graduation collection along with 10 other designing students. 
°‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎Organizing the BA Show involved collaboration, planning, and attention to detail to create a cohesive experience that represented each designer’s vision.
Credits// Photography- Ella Sharba