Vaishali S
Vaishali S is an Indian couture label founded in 2001 by designer Vaishali Shadangule. Based in Mumbai, it is known for sculptural womenswear made from handwoven Indian textiles and has shown at Paris Couture Week.
| Founded | 2001 |
|---|---|
| Founder | Vaishali Shadangule |
| Based | Mumbai |
| Flagship | Kala Ghoda, Mumbai |
| Showcase | Paris Couture Week |
| Website | vaishalis.com |
What is Vaishali S?
Vaishali S is the label of Indian designer Vaishali Shadangule, who grew up in Vidisha in Madhya Pradesh. The brand is rooted in Indian handloom and is known for unconventional cutting and draping.
History
Shadangule started the label in 2001, opening a small store of about 100 square feet in the Mumbai suburb of Malad, funded with a bank loan. The brand's signature style grew out of her experiments cutting and draping saris in new ways. In 2020 she was selected as a guest member of Paris Couture Week, where she has since presented her collections.
Products and positioning
Vaishali S creates womenswear and couture built on traditional weaving. Its work is characterised by:
- Handloom textiles such as Chanderi
- A network of more than 4,000 artisans across seven Indian states
- Sculptural, drape led silhouettes and art inspired collections
Distribution
The label's flagship store is in Mumbai's Kala Ghoda district, near its workshop, alongside the original Malad store.
Why it matters
Vaishali S has brought Indian handloom weaving to the Paris couture calendar, demonstrating how artisan textiles can be positioned as high fashion on the international stage.
Frequently asked questions
Who founded Vaishali S?
Vaishali S was founded in 2001 by Indian designer Vaishali Shadangule.
What is Vaishali S known for?
The label is known for sculptural womenswear made from Indian handwoven textiles and for showing at Paris Couture Week.