For The Indian Diva In You: 5 Ethnic Wear Brands in Delhi NCR by Women Designers

October 3, 2024

Festive and wedding season is here. And you have yet another (legit) reason to update your wardrobe with stylish and trendy wear for the celebrations. Be it the Dandiya night party, or Diwali pooja or Sangeet or Wedding ceremony of your BFF, if you are looking for Ethnic Wear, then let us help you out.

Here are 5 Women-led Ethnic Wear Brands by Women Designers you can find and connect with on Women Listed.

1. Ridhima Bhasin

Looking for bespoke contemporary ethnic wear that will bring out your inner style diva, then this one is for you. Ridhima experiments with different Indian textiles to incorporate her signature prints and mirror embellishments differently each time. Her designs have even been worn by Bollywood stars like Alia Bhatt, Shilpa Sheety, Kiara Advani, Madhuri Dixit, Parineeti Chopra and many more.

With Ridhima Bhasin you will find variety of designer ethic wear, including jacket sets, kurtas, anarkali, sharara, lehengas, capes, designer cords. You can shop for her designs online or at her Flagship store in Defence Colony, New Delhi. You can also find her label in multi-designers stores in Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata and Hyderabad, such as Aza, Ogaan, Elahe, and Citrine. If you love pastel, softer tones and outfits, you must see her Knotted and Love Song Collection.

Prices starting at ₹28,000

Women Listed Profile - https://womenlisted.com/ridhima

2. Nitya Bajaj

NIFT graduate Nitya Bajaj started her label of luxury womenswear in 2012, with the idea to give Indian ethnic wear a young and breezy spin. Her collections have some fun name that will intrigue you for sure – Mesh, Meow, Ajrakh Goes Boho, Candy, Sprinkle, etc. Here you will find edgy and fun yet feminine prints and designs, in ethnic wear including cape sets, palazzo sets, sharara sets, lehenga, gowns, anarkalis, and much more.

You can shop for Nitya Bajaj’s collection online on her website, and even on Aza Fashions, Aashni + Co, and Pernia Popup Shop. Her flagship store is in Delhi’s Shahpur Jat. Apart from designer wear for yourself, you can also find Potli Bags to match your outfit on her website and collection for your little ones (be it your nieces or daughters). You might want to check out her latest Ajrakh collections, where she is reviving the traditional textile craft with a modern twist.

Prices starting at ₹20,000

Women Listed Profile - https://womenlisted.com/nityabajaj

3. House of Rirasa

This one might be for those who are looking for ethnic wear in subtle designs, patterns and colors. The kind that gives you festive vibes, without going over the top (be it in style or price). Here you will also find ethnic wear perfect for your office parties and quiet festive evening dinners. For their designs, they takes inspiration from concept of Navrasa, nine human emotions. Here you can shop for Kurtas, Sharara sets, Dhoti sets, capes sets, and sarees.

You can shop for Rirasa online on their website; and even on Aza Fashion, Myntra Luxe and Nykaa Luxe. You can visit their offline store in Naraina, New Delhi, where they do customizations on appointment as well. If you are looking for festive wear, then check out their Shringara collection.

 Prices starting at ₹5,599

Women Listed Profile - https://womenlisted.com/kanika124360

4. Ridhi Mehra (Delhi)

Another label that is redefining traditional Indian wear for Modern women by blending it with contemporary styles and latest trends. While Ridhi is exploring Indian craftsmanship, you can also see some influences of Parisian and Grecian cultures in her designs. Here you can shop for Lehengas, sarees, anarkalis, ghararas, shararas, peplum sets, and co-ord sets.

You can shop for their designs on their website, where they also offer Worldwide Delivery. And, you can also visit their Flagship Stores in Delhi’s DLF Emporio and The Kila. They also have a store in Banjara Hills, Hyderabad. If you are looking for subtle yet stylish party wear, then check out her latest Jazz-e-Jashan and Hunar collection.

Prices starting at ₹6,800

Women Listed Profile: https://womenlisted.com/ridhimehra

5. Monika Nidhii

If you love hand embroidered party and festive wear, then Monika Nidhii’s designs might interest you. From lehengas and sarees to anarkalis, kurtas and shararas, they have a variety of ethnic wear options. They have designs with intricate zardozi, chikankari, gotta patti, kundan embroidery with swarovski crystals and semi-precious stones. Here you will also find potli and embroidered bags as well as ethnic style belts to match with your outfits.

Shop for Monika Nidhii designs on their website or through Pernia Popup, Aza Fashion and Aashniandco. You can also visit their offline stores in Delhi (The DhanMill and Ensemble), Mumbai and Hyderabad. If you love bright colors, then check out their Yours Truly and This Is Us collections.

Prices starting at ₹7,000

Women Listed Profile - https://womenlisted.com/monikanidhi

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