Nandita Mahtani celebrates 20 years in fashion with a new resort cocktail wear collection

Calling it a fusion of nostalgia and innovation, Nandita shares that Reflect showcases iconic pieces from the past two decades alongside new designs. She explains, “We wanted it to be special and retrospective. That’s when we knew that we are going to ‘reflect’ into our journey of fashion and design, and what we are known for — the glamorous and chic line of resort cocktail wear!”

Armed with 20 years of experience in the fashion industry, designer Nandita Mahtani is packing a punch with her brand’s new collection called Reflect. “Reflect is more than just a collection; it’s a heartfelt journey through two decades of creativity, and evolution,” says the Mumbai-based designer, who started working on the edit in the first quarter of 2023 to celebrate her label’s two-decade anniversary in 2024. She describes the range as a reflection of her journey, “intricately woven into the fabric of this collection, binding me to the cherished moments and lessons learned”.

Calling it a fusion of nostalgia and innovation, Nandita shares that Reflect showcases iconic pieces from the past two decades alongside new designs. She explains, “We wanted it to be special and retrospective. That’s when we knew that we are going to ‘reflect’ into our journey of fashion and design, and what we are known for — the glamorous and chic line of resort cocktail wear!” It weaves together the rich tapestry of Indian embroideries with a modern, cosmopolitan twist on a variety of garments, including dresses, skirts, co-ord sets, suits and robe jackets. The colour palette ranges between soft nudes, pristine white, bold black and a vibrant pop of pink and red.

In a nod to Nandita Mahtani Label’s inception, Reflect introduces a playful resort print that adds a whimsical touch to it and is adorned with diamonds, sequins and embroideries. “Resort cocktail wear is our forte. Infused with Indian embroideries, we’ve used timeless motifs like hearts — a symbol of the love we’ve received in our remarkable 20-year journey. We have also used a lot of pearls, diamonds, and stones that create a jewelled effect, to add to the celebrations,” adds Nandita.

The collection offers a judicious mix of fabrics like silk, satin, toile and velvet which have been accentuated with embellishments and little accents for intricate detailing. “We’ve used intricate handwork, beading techniques and conceptualised prints to make this collection unique yet reflective,” says Nandita,

adding that the designs of the collection have been crafted by the local, talented artisans who have been associated with the label for two decades.

Reflect, starting at ₹15,000, will be available to shop offline at the brand’s Bandra boutique: 202, 2nd Floor, Ananya, Libra Towers, Above Lakme Salon, Opp Stanislaus High School, Hill Road, Bandra West, Mumbai 400050.