5 Indian brands to buy a Kaftan from for Summer 2021

The kaftan is a staple of a traditional Indian wardrobe, and is both a functional and fashionable part of an outfit.

Bollywood celebrities such as Kareena Kapoor Khan, Nora Fatehi, Malaika Arora and Priyanka Chopra include kaftans in their personal styles.

The summer months are approaching, and your wardrobe may be full of dresses and kurtas ready for the warmer weather.

However, kaftans are light, breezy and perfect to wear during the hot summer months, as their loose silhouettes allow for ventilation.

We look at five Indian brands to look out for when buying yourself a kaftan, ready for summer 2021.

Tokree

Founded by Sanyukta Singh, Tokree is a brand that ensures each product is hand-finished with care.

Tokree is also a celebrity favourite, and is a popular label among stars such as Malaika Arora.

Their Positano collection, released recently, includes traditional Indian designs with a modern twist.

Tokree also offers silk options for kaftans, that can be accessorised with tie-up belts to suit a particular occasion.

The PDKF Store

The Princess Diya Kumari Foundation (PDKF) is a sustainable clothing brand that sells the most gorgeous kaftans.

It is a Jaipur-based brand, co-founded by Princess Gauravi Kumari.

PDKF also sells upcycled accessories, such as matching hairpieces and pouches, and is currently doing its part for India’s Covid-19 relief.

According to PDKF, profits from their sales will go to their initiative CoAid, which provides free home-cooked meals to families affected by Covid-19.

Homegrown By Alterego

This label is based in Gujarat and is another sustainable Indian brand.

Alterego only uses handwoven fabrics, organic dyes and local crafts to make its products, and the collections range from linen to silk.

As well as kaftans, the brand also offers tunics, dresses, kurtas and co-ords, combining traditional pieces with more modern styles.

Stitch

Jaipur-based Stitch is known for its loungewear sets and kaftans, both of which are easy to wear.

They also have a stunning tie-dye collection, as well as hand block-printed staple kaftans in various pastel colours.

Stitch focuses on versatility and durability. Plus, if their quilted nightwear pieces are anything to go by, the brand also offers maximum comfort.

However, their tie-dye range seems to be the most popular, particularly among celebrities such as Madhuri Dixit.

Cord

Cord, co-founded by Pranav Guglani and Neha Singh, focuses on durability, comfort and sustainability.

The brand uses ethical fabrics, coconut shells and wooden buttons to create timeless and functional pieces.

They have even released kaftans that are hand-embroidered to perfection.

Cord also uses Kraft paper for its packaging, decreasing its carbon footprint even further.

Clearly, the kaftan is an integral part of any wardrobe.

Therefore, there are many Indian labels out there that offer a wide range of kaftans, to help you find the perfect one for summer.