Ridhi prefers using modern fabrics and colour palettes to give a fresh perspective and contemporary outlook to Indian attires. Her sarees and lehengas feature a hint of drama and a fashion-forward approach that makes them timeless!

19. Raghavendra Rathore:

The name “Raghavendra Rathore” has become synonymous with luxury and aristocracy. Raghavendra was born in the erstwhile Royal family of Jodhpur in 1967, and his regal upbringing heavily influences his clothing line. Raghu graduated from the Parsons School of Design in New York and worked with Donna Karan in the global fashion brand DKNY.

Raghavendra is now the leading designer in the luxury men’s wear segment, and his collections combine the old world charm with the new-age sensibilities. From Sherwanis to Achkans and his signature Velvet Bandhgala, Rathore’s label caters to the sartorial needs of the modern man.

20. Rajesh Pratap Singh:

Rajesh Pratap Singh is one of the best fashion designers in the country who has known his refined contemporary clothing with traditional Indian aesthetics. Rajesh was born in Rajasthan in 1969 and graduated from NIFT, New Delhi. He launched his eponymous label in 1997 to cater to both men and women. The success of his label lies in his attention to minute details, the fine play of fabrics and working on clean designs.

Rajesh’s signature style uses pin tucks, which are widely used in shirts, tops, etc. He also loves to experiment with a variety of colours, which range from sober neutrals to eye-popping bright shades. Rajesh’s label “Ensemble” focuses on making products exclusively for Indians as part of the Make in India movement.

21. Surily Goel:

Surily Goel is a famous fashion designer and costume maker for many Bollywood films like Salaam Namaste, Saawariya etc. She was trained by none other than the ace designer, Manish Malhotra. After studying fashion designing at FIDM in Los Angeles, Surily launched her eponymous “Surily G” in 2003. She showcased her collections at multi-branded stores like Aza and Fiza.