Fashion designer Ruchika Sachdeva launched Bodice during a time when fashion in India was evolving, and the consumers were finally looking beyond traditional couture and Indian wear. On returning to India, after studying at the London College of Fashion and working with designer Viviene Westwood, Ruchika applied her global sensibilities in creating a label that… Continue reading #ELLEExclusive: Ruchika Sachdeva On Her Grand Finale Collection For FDCI X Lakmé Fashion Week
She may be the first Indian woman designer to have won the International Woolmark Prize for the womenswear title, but Ruchika Sachdeva of Bodice has no hint of pride in her voice. The designer comes across as calm and grounded in equal measure as she speaks to us about her recent victorious moment. “The experience was quite… Continue reading Ruchika Sachdeva’s Woolmark Prize-winning collection is the epitome of sustainable fashion
After successfully pulling through the regional round and competing against 12 menswear and womenswear finalists selected from across the globe, Ruchika Sachdeva of Bodice has emerged victorious for the womenswear title, winning the covetable International Woolmark Prize. This win adds yet another Indian name to the list of designers — Rahul Mishra won in 2014, and Suket… Continue reading Bodice wins big at this year’s International Woolmark Prize
India’s design talents have recently taken pole position at the International Woolmark Prize—Rahul Mishra won in 2014, followed by Suket Dhir in 2015—and this regional round was no different. Competing against other designers from the Indian Subcontinent and the Middle East, India emerged as the victor, with Ujjawal Dubey of Antar-Agni and Ruchika Sachdeva of… Continue reading Antar-Agni and Bodice ace the regional for the International Woolmark Prize
A carnival for you, a fundraiser for breast cancer patients. If that sounds like a win-win, you need to clear space in your calendar for the ELLE Breast Cancer Carnival, where year after year, the biggest names in fashion throw their combined heft behind a big cause. This year, the pan-India initiative kicks off in… Continue reading Clear your schedule for Elle’s Breast Cancer Carnival 2017
If updating your wardrobe with designer wear (on a budget!) sounds like your idea of fun, here’s where you need to head this Saturday. Artisans’ Bazaar, the pop-up organised by multi-designer store Ogaan and the Delhi-edition of Little Black Book, is back with its third edition. It brings together at least 21 homegrown brands under one roof, including… Continue reading Artisans’ Bazaar is back!
For the first time, India joins the International Fashion Showcase that’s part of London Fashion Week’s public programme. Fashion Utopias: The International Fashion Showcase 2016 features a series of fashion installations by emerging designers from 24 countries. Designer Ruchika Sachdeva of Bodice was invited to be a part of this by the British Council and the… Continue reading Bodice joins the International Fashion Showcase as part of London Fashion Week
Designer Ruchika Sachdeva, of Bodice, is transforming her studio/workshop for two days, December 16 and 17, and turning it into a concept store. The workshop-turned-store will feature limited edition merchandise from Bodice, Kanika Sachdeva’s accessory label Square Loop and Aman Khanna’s Claymen; all with a similar, minimal aesthetic and androgynous vibe. This is a good… Continue reading Visit workshop-turned-concept-store ‘Convertible’
Ogaan inaugurated the launch of Black White Blue, a minimalist collection of clothing that includes pieces by several of the store’s designers (such as Eka, Anavila, Reboot, and Akaaro), this Saturday. The collection was curated in collaboration with ELLE India. Designers – including Bodice’s Ruchika Sachdeva, Ikai’s Ragini Ahuja, and Amrita Khanna of Lovebirds, among… Continue reading Ogaan introduces its Black White Blue edit
If you’ve been keeping up with Le Mill, then your wish lists must be getting out of hand. The store recently introduced Valentino and Balmain, and also started curating a new series called the #NewIndianVoice. It kicked off with labels like Bodice by Ruchika Sachdeva and Shift by Nimish Shah back in April. Come new… Continue reading Dhruv Kapoor will soon be available at Le Mill
Extra, extra: Artisan’s Bazaar, the now-annual affair co-hosted by Ogaan and Little Black Book Delhi, is back. The bazaar features pieces (including some designed especially for the event) by India’s best contemporary designers – including Bodice, Raw Mango, Rara Avis, Pero, Dhruv Kapoor, and many more – all on sale. Jewellery, handbags, and other accessories… Continue reading What to expect at Artisans’ Bazaar
Square Loop, the Delhi-based label known for their unisex bags is hosting an Open Studio starting today. Designer Kanika Sachdeva’s USP lies in utility gear – think backpacks, weekender and laptop bags. But Sachdeva also knows her way around clutches, satchels, totes and other small leather accessories. Her latest collection employs nude tones and smokey… Continue reading Square Loop is hosting an Open Studio
