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    23 Contemporary Womenswear Pieces From Indian Designers You'll Want In Your Closet

    Many of these are surprisingly affordable!

    1. This formal crop top and palazzo set from Screenplay by Diva'ni that's a sophisticated alternative to lehengas and saris - ₹9,593

    2. This unique, pleated cotton "dhoti salwar" trouser from Ritu Kumar that'll have all your friends asking where you got it - ₹2,900

    3. This effortlessly stylish A-line dress from House of Anita Dongre's AND brand that looks simultaneously earthy and professional -from ₹1,136

    4. This sky blue hakoba Label RITU KUMAR dress in a baby doll silhouette that you'll want to wear to brunch or on your next vacation - ₹2,310

    5. This highly rated A-line maxi dress from Aasi - House of Nayo in a traditional silhouette and contemporary print that's #powerdressinggoals - from ₹510

    6. This crepe maxi dress from Label RITU KUMAR that seems to say "I'm the nurturing mother of many plants but some of them are cacti, so you don't wanna mess with me" - ₹4,740

    7. This fabulous silver ruffled 6-yard sari from Rina Dhaka to make you the belle of any ball - ₹16,000

    8. This aqua, printed maxi dress from Global Desi (another brand from the House of Anita Dongre) that looks like something Tara would wear in Made In Heaven - ₹874

    9. This little black dress from AND that you'll want to wear for your next date or ladies night - ₹1,199

    10. This silk Bhama Couture lehenga choli in the colour of ghee that's perfect for day or evening wear - ₹1,939

    11. This strappy, peach RS By Rocky Star top with a sweetheart neckline and gentle ruffles, for that casual occasion you want to look extra pretty for - ₹1,099

    12. This chartreuse Global Desi tunic shirt that's basically formal wear for bohemiennes; Bay Area business casual with a Bangalorean twist - ₹629

    13. This solid formal cotton dress from Ombré Lane is A-line and has a princess seam, so it'll look super flattering on anyone - ₹2,245

    14. This simple, effortlessly elegant Bhama Couture 2-piece salwar set, made of cotton with a muted gold trim - from ₹1,099

    15. This cotton, multicolour pastel button-down from GRASS by Gitika Goyal Women's Shirt Top for when you want to look chic but feel comfortable too - ₹1,099

    16. Taurus' brand philosophy is luxury adapted to suit a contemporary lifestyle and the Taurus Poetic Puzzle dress sums this up. It's made of rayon crepe with thread embroidery and features interesting detailing with metal coins - ₹1,557

    17. This turquoise cotton anarkali from The IndHeart features a mandarin collar, interesting buttons, and exquisite gota-patti work with pom-poms - ₹2,490

    18. This printed Global Desi dress in the colour of ink and that's every bit as poetic - ₹874

    19. This baby pink silk and georgette dress with zari embroidery from Pushp Paridhan is the perfect stunner for wedding season, especially if it's your wedding - from ₹35,000

    20. This embroidered mustard Aasi House of Nayo dress will never go out of style; a timeless addition to your collection of Indian wear - ₹769

    21. How regal is this habotai silk kurta (or dress if you prefer) from The Svaya? The bottom layer is royal purple and the top layer is precisely the shade of "shocking pink" Parvati Patil should've worn to the Yule Ball in Harry Potter - ₹2,499

    22. Design is in the details and this simple blush-coloured cotton VRITTA kurta has it in droves with the pin-tucks and tie up detailing - ₹999

    23. And this Aasi House of Nayo kurta with puffed sleeves and feminine bows at the collar and neck is a guaranteed head-turner - from ₹517