SIR ALISTAIR RAI
Inspired by her multi-cultural roots, Indian heritage, love for rock-n-roll and passion for fashion, designer Kiran Rai started a creative clothing brand called Sir Alistair Rai. This innovative collection of tanks, T-shirts, dresses and accessories are all inspired by the peaceful philosophies of Mohandas K. Gandhi and Martin Luther King Jr, Hindu deities, ancient Sanskrit texts and the popular ‘peace, love and unity’ slogans. This sporty line most certainly makes you think outside the box and aims at promoting global awareness. For S/S 08 Rai expresses her take on Bollywood through headscarves inspired by the romantic lyrics of item songs, ‘King Khan’ T-shirts, or ‘Aishwarya Wrap’ sweaters and crystal wraps in colours such as marigold orange, monsoon grey, peacock blue and paparazzi purple.
Website: www.siralistairrai.com

ATSU SEKHOSE
Atsu Sekhose started his career apprenticing under Tarun Tahiliani and later went on to work for the well-known Spanish label, Zara. Having launched his label ATSU in 2006, this talented designer’s sensibility is all about being chic and understated. His ready-to-wear line consists of feminine and elegant pieces with a very distinct signature style of his own. His collection features a contemporary mix of western separates like dresses, tunics, skirts, pants and jackets which are dressy yet wearable. The emphasis lies on his cuts, small detailing, proportion, hand beading /sequin work, all of which are subtle and very controlled. His summer colour palette is ruled by soft pastels, white, ecru and watercolour art inspired florals.
Available at: Ensemble, Mumbai and New Delhi; Chamomile, New Delhi; Zoya, Mumbai.