Gen Z Approved Handcrafted Summer Looks
So, real talk: we're over fast fashion. Not in a judgmental way; just in a we've seen that same outfit a million times on Instagram kind of way. This summer, the outfits that are actually making waves are the ones that have a homemade quality to them. And with Shop Namastay, that's exactly what you get.
Your summer wardrobe: six handcrafted pieces that are both heritage-inspired and totally Gen Z-approved.
The Co-ord Girls Are Winning
There's no greater pleasure than a co-ord set that does the thinking for you. Wake up, throw it on, look like you've tried. Ta-da!
The Haniha White Kashmiri Kurta Co-ord Set is the kind of beauty that flies under the radar. Simple white fabric, Kashmiri embroidery, a silhouette that's both relaxed and chic. Kolhapuris and an oversized tote bag and you’re done. No thinking necessary.
The Flirty Fling White Kashmiri Cotton Kurta Shorts Coord Set is the same kind of beauty but summer-ready. The short style is both light and breezy, the Kashmiri embroidery adds a bit of interest, and the cotton fabric will prevent you from melting by noon. This one's for the rooftop dinners, the day at the market, the want to look cute but also need to look comfortable moments.
One Great Kurta is an Entire Outfit
No overcrowding the look. No accessories overload. Just a really good kurta doing all the heavy lifting for you.
Guleen Blue Ombre Chikankari Short Kurta:
This kurta is genuinely stunning, the kind of kurta that makes you want to stop you in the middle of the street and stare. The ombre blue color with the Chikankari thread embroidery on the kurta is a combination that shouldn't really work, but trust me, in real life, it does. Pair it with a pair of straight jeans and some silver jhumkas, and you're done.
Blossom Spaghetti Chikankari Pink Short Kurta:
This kurta is the soft, feminine summer dream we didn't even know we needed, and we are here for it. With its delicate pink color, Chikankari embroidery, and spaghetti straps, this kurta gives off a really cool vibe. Wear it as a top or let it breathe on its own, because this kurta is going on all the Pinterest boards on the internet.
Sometimes You Want to Float
Of course, not every summer fit has to be a short and sharp affair. Some days, you just want to wander through the world slowly, in a vehicle that moves at your own pace.
The Mehak Pink Kashmiri Kurta is precisely such a piece. It is long and flowing, and features Kashmiri embroidery that is almost too beautiful to wear every day. Almost. Wear it with palazzo pants, wear it as a maxi dress. The point is, you’ll look amazing.
The Gilet Is Having a Moment
Hear us out. The Asin Short Black Rayon Kashmiri Gilet is the one piece you didn’t know you needed for your summer wardrobe. Black rayon, kashmiri embroidery, and a short style that goes over anything and everything. Plain old white kurta? Elevated. Slip dress? Elevated. Random old tee you just pulled off your chair? Elevated. It’s basically the cheat code for all your ‘I have no idea what to wear’ nights.
Why This All Matters
The thing about wearing handcrafted clothing is, it feels different. Not just in a visual way, although the embroidery is gorgeous. There is a quality to it, a way it makes you feel, knowing it was not stitched together by a machine in ten seconds flat. Kashmiri Embroidery and Chikankari are crafts that have endured centuries because they are, honestly, extraordinary. Wearing them is not a statement, it is simply... the smart choice. The beautiful choice.
This summer, dress like you mean it.
Shop Namastay, Handcrafted clothing for those who feel everything.
