Indomix

The brainchild of the Popatia sisters, Indomix is the ultimate destination for East-West fusion freaks and boasts perfectly affordable desi separates and accessories; be it mirror-work kaftans, gota-edged minis, or embroidered zari chappals. The store plays host to designers such as Anamika Khanna, Malini Ramani and Payal Singhal amongst many other smaller brands discovered through constant and rigorous sourcing. The blend of ready-to-wear, western lines of an Indian sensibility ensures that fashionistas will be scouting the shelves to find the perfect ‘masala mix’ for their wardrobe.

Indomix

232 Mulberry Street (between Prince and Spring)

New York, NY.

Telephone: 212.334.6356

HAND

Tucked away in a small mews in West London, Hand is a new shop which houses one-off pieces that are handmade all over the world, sometimes from just around the corner. Founded by Susannah Baker Smith and Gail Arnold, Hand’s own

collection includes clothes and bags made by the bushmen of the Kalahari, contemporary and antique furniture, Ayurvedic cosmetics from South India, Peruvian woven blankets and gossamer cashmeres. Jewellery is crafted from rock crystal, pale Burmese jade and beaten gold. Indian designers, Anshu Arora Sen and Neeru Kumar, will soon have prominent shelf space at this new Notting Hill destination.

Hand

11 Colville Mews, London W11.

Telephone: 0207 77921292