Indira Jacket Set

Indira Raje of Coonch Behar, Indias own Juliet, was known for beauty, sensuality and taste for fine fashion. A well-known muse for Salvatore Ferragamo, she was a strong willed personality, who followed her heart and stood for her beliefs.

Envisioning, the aura of this radiantly unforgettable queen in todays times, the modern aesthetic of this piece is bound to be a head-turner. Ideal for a woman exuding social grace, this creation beautifully brings together the sharp bold interplay of jeweled accents with a subtle sheen of silk brocade. Paired with a flowing tulle skirt it exemplifies the sartorial sense of a bold and strong-willed yet sensuously feminine woman.

The jacket set features a handcrafted Benares brocade jacket, flared tulle skirt, raw silk blouse and a dupatta.

The brocade is a vibrant visual of cascading roses and buds in tones of gold and pink on royal purple base. The intricate hand embroidery adorns the collar and sleeves with gota, sequin and cut beads. Look closely, and the beauty of its hand work and brocade texture will leave you enchanted! Features a band collar, fitted sleeves & centre front full length closure with handcrafted buttons and delicate sequins running along the hem and placket. The jacket has been paired with a glamorous tulle skirt, dupatta and a raw silk blouse making it a perfect evening couture ensemble.

The elegant pink circular flare skirt delivers a glamorous flare of above 20 meters. The blouse has a classic scoop neck with 8" long sleeves.

In standard specs, the jacket is 51.5 inches long with sleeves 23 inches long . The blouse is a scoop neck with 8.5 inches front neck depth and 10.5 inches of back neck depth and concealed side zip closure for a fitted look. The skirt is 45 inches long with a concealed side zip closure and a fitted waist all around featuring a 1.5-inch wide belt. The Brocade Jacket and Raw Silk Blouse are underlined with cotton shantoon and the skirt is underlined with Tafetta.

Editors Note: While Indian history has been studded with brave patriarchal tales of warriors and kings, the beauty and intellect of its queens has not quite received its due. Shattering the stereotypes, the modern queens of India have been a beacon for the women of today. Sophisticated, beautiful, and well-travelled, they have redefined the tales of royalty for generations to come. This collection gracefully captures the essence of a modern queen and an apt canvas to do this is the famed Benares brocade. The opulence of Indian brocades has fascinated the world for centuries, so much that at one time they were considered only fit for royalty. Reminiscing the rich and unparalleled legacy of this fabric, this collection is an effort to enliven days of the royal past interspersed with the charm of these fabulously ethereal and strong women, reimagining these looks for the woman of today. Each piece in this collection carries opulent hand embroideries decorating choicest rich handwoven silk brocades.