Summer love: Maalgaadi’s upcoming pop-up

Revamp your wardrobe with outfits and accessories from these indie brands

Every week, the city plays host to a number of fashion pop-ups featuring labels from across the country. This weekend, it’s Maalgadi’s turn. The store, which aims to be a platform for young, up and coming designers, has curated a summer pop-up quite aptly titled ‘Ice Gola’.

Co-founder Shahin Ansari says that there will be a mix of resort wear, occasion wear and accessories, adding, “We want the women of Chennai to experiment more with their wardrobes. This pop-up will have the labels that will allow them to play around with different styles and have fun with fashion.” Here is our pick of designers to check out.

Kansya:

The Kolkata-based jewellery brand makes handcrafted jewellery inspired by art and architecture. The pieces are bold and modern and feature geometric patterns and surprisingly feminine details: their edgy bar rings, for example, are embellished with enamelled baby’s breath and gilded love birds. The collection also comprises necklaces and earrings set with semi-precious stones and stained glass. Prices start at ₹800. 9831898549

Guapa:

Browsing through their Spring-Summer collection is enough to make you want to book tickets for your next vacation. The resort wear label makes effortlessly chic clothing that can take you from pool to party — think draped maxi dresses, anti-fit separates, fluid capes and ruffled skirts in shades of olive, teal, sage green and purple. The outfits are designed to be uniformly light and comfortable and are a must if you’re a fan of easy-breezy clothing. Prices start at ₹4,500. guaparesortwear.com

FancyPants The Store:

This brand is a fashion blogger favourite, with the latest trends at pocket-friendly prices so you can try out new styles without breaking the bank. Their latest collection includes ethnic separates like embroidered capes, tops and jackets that have been made in Mumbai, but are capable of making a statement anywhere in the world. Prices start at ₹999. fancypantsthestore.com

Gush Shoes and Accessories:

Shop for handcrafted footwear made with materials like cork, that are both animal-friendly and sustainable. Adorable details like tassels and braiding, combined with careful crafting practices, make their shoes pair well with kurtas and ripped jeans alike. If you are looking to add some bohemian charm to your shoe collection, Gush probably has just the pair for you. Prices start at ₹2,000. gush.eazelly.com