Beyond our favourite, fashion designers, like Manish Malhotra, Sabyasachi, and Anita Dongre, there’s a new wave of Indian fashion designers who are creating something just as exciting.
Designers like Rohitash Notani, Shimona Agrawal, and Kriti Greta Singhee are making pieces that feel thoughtful, distinctive, and unique in their own ways.
Many of them blend vintage influences with contemporary design, and what really stands out is how their clothing tells a story. If you’re curious about which new Indian designers are coming up right now, explore the list below
ROSANI offers luxury, low key designs that feel modern yet understated, and work just as well after dark as they do during the day.
This luxury label was founded in 2023 by Rohitash Notani, a new Indian fashion designer with a global outlook who doesn’t just design clothes but tells stories through them.
Emerging from the dialogue between Mumbai, Milan, and Berlin, the brand refines tailoring through softness, delivering silhouettes that feel natural and wearable.
ROSANI began as menswear, and in November 2025, opened a new chapter with womenswear through Sanctuary.
Follow ROSANI on Instagram: @rosaniworld
Kriti Greta Singhee is a designer trained at NIFT Kolkata and Istituto Marangoni, Milan, who launched her womenswear and menswear label in India in 2021 after gaining international experience. When describing her work, you can say it combines both modern and traditional craftsmanship.
What makes her brand stand out is the fact that she focuses on sustainability. She works with natural fabrics like hemp, banana fibre, muslin, and mulberry silk, collaborating closely with artisan communities across India through slow, thoughtful processes.
Each piece honours where it comes from, stays mindful about luxury, and still feels right for everyday life.
Follow Kriti Greta Singhee on Instagram: @kritigretasinghee
Yash Patil is also becoming pretty well-known because of his unique, research-driven work. His designs give off a strong vintage vibe, as he draws inspiration from Victorian, medieval, and South Asian aesthetics. The name itself, That Antiquepiece, says it all.
Yash blends history with modern experimentation through knitwear, custom corsets, and detailed embellishments. His pieces feel like wearable art that stands out from mass-produced clothing.
You can really notice how distinctive and expressive each piece is, challenging fast fashion while still remaining functional and relevant.
Follow That Antiquepiece on Instagram: @that.antiquepiece
Shimona Agrawal is known for her ready-to-wear luxe label rooted in thoughtful design and slow fashion. Her pieces stand out for their bright, bold colours, timeless silhouettes, and versatile styling, all designed and produced in-house using carefully sourced fabrics, mainly from Banaras.
The label believes fashion should not be rushed or mass-made. Every garment is meant to be worn, re-worn, and cherished. More than just clothing, Shimona Agrawal creates expressive pieces where colour, texture, and craftsmanship come together to make you stand out.
Follow Shimona Agrawal on Instagram: @label_s.a
Abhishek Shinde combines strong silhouettes and fine detailing, somehow turning classic craft into something fresh and current. His professional work in fashion is approximately 12 to 14 years old, but his independent label, Abhichiq, is a relatively new venture.
As you can see from the photos, he is very experimental with his designs. Following predictable trends is not his style and that's what makes his pieces so attention-grabbing.
Programs like Lakmé Fashion Week’s Gen Next have also helped Abhishek sharpen his design voice and own it.
Follow Abhichiq on Instagram: @abhichiq.official
2112 Saldon, founded by Padma Saldon, is deeply rooted in Ladakh, and this is evident in the clothing. What stands out is how intentional everything feels. The focus is not on trends, but on meaning, sustainability, and reviving Nambu, a rare handspun and handwoven wool from the region.
Each piece feels personal and soulful. Even when a silhouette is repeated, the weave and colour are never the same, which makes every garment feel special. There is a quiet strength and warmth to the clothing, something authentic and timeless, made to be worn, lived in, and cherished.
Follow 2112 Saldon on Instagram: @2112saldon_ladakh