These extremely enthusiastic designers believe in the concept of being ‘fashion conscious’ rather than being ‘style conscious’. Together, they started their own concept label named ‘Quirk box’. Launched in April 2011, Quirk box is a unique blend of art and fashion. The duo came together with their respective sets of credibility and ideologies to set up a one-of-a-kind designer store.

The effective bond between the designers and the qualities which they both possess, make them shine in the crowd. Jayesh is an artist and the founder/creative director of the contemporary art and designer studio, ‘Emblem’. Rixi is a Kitsch couture designer and she launched her own line of women’s wear and fashion accessory line, ‘Half Full’ in 2003, Mumbai. Furthermore, Jayesh is a multiple award achiever on the international level, in the field of art, whereas Rixi launched her fashion and lifestyle store ‘Attic’ in 2008, Mumbai.

Speaking of their accomplishments in the fashion industry, they made a debut in the Lakme Fashion Week Winter/Festive in 2013 with their ‘Resort Wear Collection.’ The designers now look forward to expanding Quirk Box and retailing it in the market.

Quirk started as a street wear and lifestyle label, and today it is replete of an extremely detailed collection.

You can get Jayesh and Rixi at:

thequirkbox.com

A multi-talented entrepreneur and designer, Harshita is an all-rounder who believes in the revival of the handloom tradition of woven art. Having completed her graduation from Goldsmith University of London in Media Communications and film, she recently opened her own concept-designer store in Pune titled ‘Mariah’.

Her label, ‘Harshita Chatterjee Deshpande’ comprises of collections from classical Indian weavers exclusively designed for contemporary Indian women. She participated in the Lakme Fashion Week winter/Festive 2013 and had bollywood actresses like Sonali Bendre and Isha Koppikar walking the runway for her. The collection ‘Ragas of the Charioteer’ was based on the concept of reviving the ‘Paithani’.

The vibrant Bengali beauty also loves travelling across India, employs her experiences by taking them as an inspiration, and searches for old traditional weavers and textile craftsmen. In her past years, she has worked as a TV journalist in Mumbai and was also engaged in film direction and script writing.

Previously, she organised a three-day performing art festival called ‘Gulaal’ through her organization, ‘Indian Rhythm and Art Association’. Harshita now plans to set up a theatre and art centre in Pune.

She can be found at:

harshitachatterjeedeshpande.com

An NIFT Kolkata graduate, Eshani has a special inclination towards Indian Bridal wear. Having accomplished the best design collection in 2007 in NIFT, she made her debut in the fashion world in 2009 in Mumbai.

Her label entitled ‘ESHANI JAYASWAL’ was first introduced at Pramapara Pret in Mumbai followed by Stylefile. She reached the epitome of her professional success from 2010 to 2012 when she curated her very own ‘Bridal Asia-Delhi’.

Her list of clients include elites like Preeti Goenka, Kalli Purie, Vasudha Ruia and Shreyasi Goenka to name a few. She also apprenticed with designer Shantanu Goenka during her initial years.

The enthusiast participated at the Lakme Fashion Week Winter/Festive 2013. The collection exclusively included floral embroideries, elegant knee length and full length dresses, with a tinge of Japanese style in them.

She takes her inspiration from the ancient Baroque movement and Fresco as an art form and displays them effectively through the appliques and brocades used in her creations.

Eshani retails her collection from her studio at Kolkata, Ensemble and Aza in Delhi, Aza in Mumbai and Mirangi in Jaipur.

This self-styled fashion designer is the founder of the luxury retail boutique in Mumbai, Bandra 190. She has not pursued any formal training in designing, but believes completely in herself and takes inspiration from everything around her.

She showcased her debut collection at the Lakme Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2007. In 2002, she established a design house in Islamabad, Ranga Rang Fashion Lounge. An ethnic bridal wear collection, Seema received great appreciation for her fusion of the bridal wear and the western styling in Ranga Rang.

She got a glimpse of the industrial side of the fashion industry because of her father’s garment export business. Her earlier experiences have been with designing for Gauri Khan, Neelam Kothari and Malaika Arora Khan to name a few. Seema also owns a beauty and spa salon ‘Kallista’ in Mumbai.

She is popular for the wardrobe she designed for the lead actor in the daily soap ‘Jassi Jaisi Koi Nahi’. The passionate designer, with all her enthusiasm and hard-work, retails her collection through designer store Oak Tree in Mumbai, Ananya, Bandra and Ensemble Lions Gate Colaba in Mumbai in New Delhi.

A passionate traveller and a dedicated designer, Payal Kothari’s ‘Veruschka’ is one of the leading footwear designer stores in India. Having completed her graduation in technical art of accessory design from the Fashion Institute of Technology, Payal launched her label ‘Veruschka’ in 2005 in Mumbai.

The vivacious designer has had the experience of apprenticeships with the 5^th avenue brands like Nina shoes and Delman. She also got the privilege of sharing a shelf space with stores like Bergdorf Godman, Bloomingdale, Saks Fifth Avenue and Macy’s.

Veruschka is all about the bling, the styling and the glamour which women are fond of. Payal has creatively displayed her experiences of travelling to different parts of the world through her collection. The collection is occupied metallic detailing, blingy pinks and other fluorescent colours. The differentiating factor lies in the fact that Payal names each and every pair in a specific fashion.  From high pencil point heels, to flat slippers and platforms, Veruschka is replete of fashionable handmade shoes which complement the femininity in women.

Payal retails her collection at the Veruschka Shoe Studio all across India along with high profile stores in Italy and Japan.

You can get Payal Kothari at:

www.veruschka.in

The designer duo synchronized with each other as they were climbing the ladders towards their career in designing. Their label ‘Karleo’ is going to be launched at the upcoming Lakme Fashion Week Spring Resort 2014.

Leon is a graduate from St. Xaviers College, Mumbai following which he pursued his graduation from the Pearl Academy of Fashion in New Delhi. During his years of struggle, the designer got the privilege to intern with designers like Varun Sardana and Nitin Bal. He has also been associated with leading labels like Valentino and Armani. His uniqueness lies in the fact that his mantra for designing lies behind developing a personal connection with his clients.

Karan has had the experience of working with the prestigious Spykar jeans for 4 years. The designer pursued his post graduate diploma from London College of Fashion in Codwainers Footwear Design. With challenging attitude towards designing, he and Leon successfully created ‘Karleo’ which kickstarts at the upcoming fashion week. With another post graduate degree in Aesthetics at hand, Karan has also co-created a brand of footwear and accessories popularly known as ‘AKA Bespoke’.

‘Karleo’ will focus on bridal wears, net fabrics and embroideries, something which both the designers excel in.

This self-taught designer from Shillong believes in keeping it simple. Someone who is deeply fond of experimentation, Daniel labels his collection as ‘Daniel Syiem’. A joint venture between Daniel and Janessaline Mary Pyngrope, ‘Daniel Syiem’ is entirely about the beautiful North East India.

Daniel showcased his debut collection at the Lakme Fashion Week Winter/Festive 2013. The designer basically deals with the local fabric, ‘Ryndia’, a 100% organic fabric woven by Meghalayan women.

He and Janessaline together found ‘Weaves’, an institution to safeguard and promote hand woven fabric of Meghalaya. Winner of the Best North-East designer award, 2000, Daniel is known for his simplicity and deep rootedness that his expresses through his collection.

At the fashion week, he displayed an eclectic blend of dark and deep colours like off whites, blues, and mustards. A combination of drapes, cheques and patterns, his collection also included a reflection of North Eastern women’s native attire, ‘MekhalaChadar’, the calming white saree with a golden border.

Daniel also participated in the Lakme Fashion Week Summer/Resort 2013 in the Emerging category. With all his enthusiasm and belief in his culture, the designer aims at promoting the rich heritage of North Eastern India through his creations.

The young vivacious designer is an alumnus of the Pearl Fashion Academy. Launched in 2011, her label ‘Astha Narang’ is a widely admired brand in the fashion market. She employs a creative use of drapes and folds in her collection, thereby making it youthful and unique.

In 2009, she won the Vogue Honours Award followed by her selection in Design 4, Indian’s only fashion reality show. Showcasing her collection, ‘Fold’em’ at the Lakme Fashion Week, Summer Resort 2013, she gave a new dimension to the artworks of Goran Konjevod, her source of inspiration as a designer.

Astha exclusively works hard on the fabrics and creativity and completely avoids embroidery. Her artworks are a colourful blend of buttons, stones and other creative designs knit on the beautiful net fabric, which dominates her collection.

The Gen-next Designer believes in keeping it cool and funky. An alumni of NIFT, Kolkata and Central St. Martin’s College of Art and Design, London, Aditi has had the phenomenal experience of working with designers like Manish Malhotra, Sophia Kokosalaki and Alexander McQueen.

This Kolkata based young designer labels her collection as ‘Shoulder Lab’. She showcased her debut collection ‘WabiSabi’ at the Lakme Fashion Week Winter/Festive 2013. The designer is known for her intricate use of drapes, colours and cutting styles. On a close look at ‘WabiSabi’, one realizes her uniqueness, individuality and the beauty of colours that she is inspired by.

The Delhi-based duo who believe in exploring and experimentation, graduated from the NIIFT and NIFT Delhi respectively. Their signature brand called ‘Arman aiman’, a collection mostly concentrating on exquisite embroideries and silhouettes, the young beginners employ vibrant colors to showcase their vivacity.

Kick starting their career with the Bangalore Fashion Week, Armaan and Aimaan displayed a collection inspired by Persian influence. Emroidered  jackets, lehengas, blouses, all replete in earthy colours, was the main focus of the collection.

They also participated in the Lakme Fashion Week to showcase their autumn-winter collection, inspired by the owl, the collection was a unique blend of black and white. Umbrella bottom kurtas, creative zebra printed long skirts, owl printed long jackets comprised the famous owl collection.

They now look forward to their second consecutive collection at the upcoming fall winter Lakme Fashion Week, named ‘ Buddhalicious’. The collection will comprise of garments inspired by zen, peace and virtues of meditation.