- The soon-to-be-launched
collection is the perfect antidote to the overcast skies with its unique
prints and innovative colour combinations - The collection comprises
kaftans, dresses and coord sets - It has been crafted using
bamboo silk, a sustainable fabric with cooling and hypoallergenic
properties that also offers protection against UV rays - It is the perfect blend of
luxurious aesthetics, sustainability and functionality, carrying forward
Ghodawat’s legacy as a sustainable fashion advocate
Mumbai, June 19 2025 :
For those looking to escape the season’s torrential showers and grey skies with
a tropical getaway, Meghna Ghodawat’s soon-to-be-launched luxury resort-wear
line offers the right blend of comfort, aesthetics and practicality. Named
Classic Basics, the lightweight garments have been carefully designed by the
luxury connoisseur and sustainability advocate bearing in mind the season’s
humidity as well as the often ignored UV rays, which can be more damaging and
harsher in overcast conditions. Additionally, they emphasise Ghodawat’s
ideology of ‘comfort meets style’, with their bold prints, vibrant colour
palette and surprising versatility, which allows them to be worn and re-worn in
several ways.
The maiden collection
under the Classics Basics marquee comprises eye-catching and yet elegant
kaftans, dresses and coord sets. Their design ranges from elegant and
effortlessly chic to bold and playful, to ensure that there’s something to suit
all tastes. Crafted from bamboo silk—a high-functionality UPF fabric that
offers an exceptionally high level of protection against UV rays, is soft to
touch and feels luxurious against the skin—the collection is the first of its
kind in India. The bamboo silk also has a cooling effect, which makes these
garments especially relaxing to wear in the muggy monsoon months. In terms of
their design, the collection is replete with striking prints that draw their
inspiration from sources as diverse Mughal-Rajasthani paintings to classic
animal prints, as well as bold geometric patterns and the artistic handiwork of
a child’s imagination.
Speaking about the
imminent launch of Classic Basics, Ghodawat shared: “This collection stemmed
from my own need to protect my sensitive skin against UV rays. At present,
there is a sore lack of fashionable UPF clothing that provides extremely high
levels of protection against the sun’s harsh ultraviolet rays, without
compromising on comfort or style. When designing this collection, I tried to
keep in mind the city’s overbearing monsoon conditions, as well as the needs of
jet-setting vacationers. Accordingly, I’ve focused on flowy silhouettes that
add to the air of relaxed and effortless elegance, with a few structured pieces
that can easily be thrown on for an instant makeover.”
Elaborating on the
collection’s sustainable quotient, Ghodawat explains that bamboo silk is
derived from bamboo cellulose and is hence a more sustainable alternative to
traditional silk. The fabric’s sustainable nature can be attributed to bamboo’s
fast-growing and low-maintenance nature, as well as the carbon sequestration
properties of bamboo plants. The fabric is also very versatile and durable, and
has hypoallergenic and antibacterial traits, making it an ideal choice for
those with sensitive skin. With the launch of this collection, Ghodawat is keen
to make a splash in Mumbai’s ever-evolving fashion landscape, building on her
ethos of stylish and functional apparel. She is keen to continue experimenting
with new prints, silhouettes, and innovative fabrics that enhance comfort while
making a fashion statement.