Pallavi Jaikishan
Pallavi Jaikishan is an Indian couture and bridal label founded by designer Pallavi Jaikishan. It makes lehengas, saris, jackets and tunics that combine traditional hand embroidery with modern silhouettes.
| Designer | Pallavi Jaikishan |
|---|---|
| Country | India |
| Focus | Bridal and couture wear |
| Signature | Hand embroidery with real zari |
| Website | pallavijaikishan.com |
What is Pallavi Jaikishan?
Pallavi Jaikishan is an Indian couture label named after its founder, one of the longest established designers in Indian fashion. By 2012 she had completed four decades in the industry. She has no formal fashion training and taught herself by making her own clothes as a teenager and advising friends before building her business.
Products and positioning
The label is a reference name for bridal and couture wear. Its signature style pairs traditional hand embroidery with modern silhouettes, using specially woven fabrics with real zari.
- Bridal lehengas
- Saris
- Jackets and tunics
- Couture occasion wear
Jaikishan has long combined Indian bridal wear with European materials and details such as French lace, lamé and velvet ribbon.
History
She showed at Lakmé Fashion Week for the first time in 2012, decades into her career, and has headlined fashion events abroad, including in Dubai. She is a member of the Fashion Design Council of India.
Why it matters
Pallavi Jaikishan represents the generation of Indian couturiers who built the modern bridal wear market, and her label remains a recognised name for traditional craftsmanship at the luxury end.
Frequently asked questions
What is Pallavi Jaikishan known for?
Pallavi Jaikishan is known for Indian bridal and couture wear with traditional hand embroidery and real zari.
What does Pallavi Jaikishan sell?
The label makes bridal lehengas, saris, jackets and tunics for weddings and special occasions.