
NILE | Now Live
Nile is an exploration of original ikai tribal artworks in bright primary colours applique'd and hand cut on easy and timeless shapes.
STATEMENT DRESSES
Exquisite ikai artworks applique'd on long dresses and kaftans. Shop practical and timeless shapes in locally sourced natural fabrics.

SIGNATURE APPLIQUE'S
Explore original Ikai artworks appliquéd on practical and classic silhouettes. All Ikai clothing is hand-crafted with locally sourced raw material in India.

ABOUT US
Ikai, in Hindi, means 'one' and symbolises strength of the singular - self expression, fierce femininity and empowerment. Ragini Ahuja established Ikai to translate these values into wearable art in 2012. The brand crafts practical, timeless and season-less clothing adorned with locally sourced natural and hand-woven fabrics. READ MORE
NEW ARRIVALS

NEEL | Drop One
Locally sourced natural fabrics, handcrafted by skilled craftsmen, designed and made in India.

IKAI HOME
The idea of Ikai home was born at home, during lockdown. Made only from leftover fabrics the core essence of ikai home is mindfulness and sustainability. Edit one includes cushion covers in classic ikai colours with signature appliqué patterns and shibori.

AMAL
It is the scent of home that keeps me going - the hope of union and the face of my beloved - rumi
Easy summer separates with exquisite applique' and cutwork.

MONSOON AT HOME | SHIBORI
The collection features easy silhouettes with intricate floral patterns and stripes on soft cotton in red, navy and black.
ABOUT THE DESIGNER
Ragini Ahuja studied fashion and design at National Institute of Fashion Technology, New Delhi and Istituto Marangoni, Milan. As an illustrator Ahuja found her voice by translating her graphic art onto clothes and founded ikai in March 2013. A winner of several prestigious awards ikai is now a well established brand in India and internationally.
AWARDS AND RECOGNITION
Winner - Country Award, IFS 2017 during London Fashion Week
Winner - Grazia Young Fashion Award 2015
Winner - Elle Graduates 2014
First Runner Up - Vogue India Fashion Fund 2014
Winner - Tigre Blanc Award for Best Garment during VIFF 2014
First Runner Up - Student Design Award 2009, World of Wearable Art, New Zealand
