A bespoke wrap that marries the weaving traditions of two distinct cultures. This piece combines a vintage 'Tin Sinh' tribal silk from Laos, featuring a Naga serpent motif, with the earthy texture of hand-woven Kala cotton from Kutch, Gujarat.

I design custom blouses that are as unique as the sarees they accompany. This kurti-style blouse is crafted from antique gold linen silk, detailed with a band of vibrant Kutch tribal embroidery and a patchwork trim made from studio scraps.

A saree is more than a garment; it is a canvas. Here, a hand-woven silk, dyed with traditional Bandhni and Ajrakh block-printing techniques, hangs as a testament to the artistry involved before it is even draped.

My work often involves giving new life to forgotten treasures. This salvaged camphor wood panel was painstakingly restored over five months and transformed into a fine art piece, hand-painted with tales of Krishna.

This improv quilt is the joyful result of my zero-waste philosophy. It is composed entirely of scrap fabrics and studio waste, with each patch telling its own story of color, texture, and origin.

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Custom & Artisanal Apparel Design in Mumbai

Visit studio in Worli, Mumbai; Ships across India

I make custom clothes from old and rare fabrics, using patchwork and hand embroidery, and work with you to design each piece from scratch.

Chandan Dubey

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About Custom & Artisanal Apparel Design

I turn old fabrics into new stories. My work is all about giving forgotten textiles a second life, so every piece feels like it has a past and a future. If you’re looking for something that’s not just clothes but a bit of history, you’re in the right place.

What I Make

Sarees: I mix Bandhni, Ajrakh, and Matka silk, patching them together for a heritage patchwork saree vibe. Sometimes, trims are made from leftover scraps, so nothing goes to waste.
Shawls & Chadars: Reversible wraps with bits from my travels - Laos tribal silk, Kala Cotton, Myanmar hemp, all stitched with handmade lace.
Dupattas: Pure linen, detailed with scrap trims and Zardozi chaand buti (moon motif) embroidery.
Blouses, Kurtis & Cholis: Antique linen silk fronts, Banarsi zari backs, Kutch embroidery - each piece is a mashup of craft and culture.

How I Work

Upcycled textile clothing is my thing. I collect vintage scraps, hand-spun cotton, and rare silks from India and abroad.
Techniques: Patchwork is the base, but I also use hand-embroidery (Zardozi, Lambani mirror work), block-printing, and Bandhni tie-dye.
Every garment is made-to-order. We chat, swap ideas, and co-create. You bring your vision, I bring my stash and skills.

If you want handcrafted heirloom garments that feel personal and real, let’s make something together.

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Chandan Dubey

My Story

I’m a bit of a magpie, honestly. Artist, photographer, wanderer. My thing? I collect stories—old textiles from Bali, heritage bits from Hoi An, even my grandma’s Kachin weave tossed on my bed. My house is a museum of lived-in memories. I believe in surrounding myself with things that have a past, a soul. That’s why I do what I do—keeping these stories alive, not just tucked away.