Pallavi Jaikishans career spans nearly three decades, and she has established herself as a doyen in the fashion industry of India. From starting out in the early 1970’s with Paraphernalia, her signature lifestyle store, which featured her exclusive collections, Pallavi moved on to exports of exquisite beaded garments. Renowned fashion and lifestyle stores across USA like Saks 5th Avenue, Lord and Taylor and Bergdorf Goodman stocked her.
Pallavi is one of the first and few designers in India, who realised the need for a prêt line in addition to the made-to-order couture line. She has always worked with pure fabrics, that breathe and that can be comfortably worn in the Indian climate. Pure silks, chiffons and georgettes find their way in her collections. Another one of her favourites is khadi, whose use she has consistently advocated in her collections over the years.
Her timeless couture garments comprising sarees, lehengas, ornate kurtas are treasured masterpieces passed down from one generation to the next. Her creations are classic yet versatile with an avant-garde modern touch given to even the most traditional outfit while retaining its richness of embroidery, detailing and texture.
Pallavi’s work is a testimony of the fact that each garment is designed and handcrafted exclusively by her. Her signature style remains, to date – subtle, elegant and sophisticated.
