Single Thread to a Larger Vision
The Love for Fashion
I was that student who topped science but sketched fashion silhouettes between equations. So when I finally said, “I want to do design,” it wasn’t rebellion — it was clarity. Eleven months later, NIFT happened — my big “told you so” moment. At NIFT, I found my real obsession — the history of textiles, the poetry of drapes, and the way every craft carries a story. From Myntra, India’s biggest e-commerce platform, to the artisanal lanes of Jaipur, and finally to Antardesi with Manish Tripathi — I saw how fashion could be both fast and deeply human. That’s where The Mirari Life first took root.
The London Chapter
After NIFT, I moved to London for a business degree. While weekdays were about marketing, branding, and analytics, weekends were all about museums, textile archives, and vintage markets. I’d spend hours studying old embroideries, ancient weaves, and the kind of craftsmanship that felt almost sacred. I loved seeing how global labels celebrated heritage and transformed tradition into timeless design. Every visit, every sketch, every museum wall taught me something new — quietly shaping the way I saw the world of craft and design.
Sarees, Swatches & Sleepless Trains
I took trains. Auto rides. I travelled to Bengal, Rajasthan, Gujarat, Telangana — not to “source,” but to understand. I sat cross-legged in weavers’ homes. Ate food that made me cry (happy tears + spice). I made 50+ samples. Just to feel what fabric feels like when it’s right. P.S. Thank you mom dad for travelling every corner with me.
The First Saree. The First Yes.
I had 5 sarees. That’s it. No brand. No logo. No marketing. And then came Manisha Dagwal. A warm smile and a heart full of grace. She picked one silk saree. Then another conversation. Then a hug. She even offered to model. She wasn’t just my first buyer. She was my first believer.
The Stuff Instagram Doesn’t Show
I’ve had my share of fabric fails, design disasters, and vendor dramas. (And yes, a few wrong guys too — but that’s another website.) There were days I wondered, “What am I even doing?” But every setback became a crash course — in patience, problem-solving, and believing in what we’re building. With each mistake, we learned faster, sourced smarter, and created better. And through it all, my family stood like my strongest team — louder than the chaos, prouder with every little win.
Still Winging It. Still Weaving It.
What started as an idea on paper is now a growing network of over 150 artisans across India — each one bringing their craft, culture, and heart to life. Every day still feels like a mix of chaos and magic — from sketching new designs to watching them take shape on the loom. The Mirari Life is built on curiosity, craft, and countless cups of chai — a celebration of everything handmade, human, and full of heart. ❤️
