Sandhya K K, Sutradhar 2026

Designer: Sandhya K K
Programme: GDFDM
Theme: Ilkal
Shown at: Sutradhar 2026, Hidden Leaf, Shivamogga
Materials: Ilkal handwoven fabric; handmade crochet

Sandhya K K’s Ilkal collection on the Sutradhar 2026 runway — The collection on the runwaySutradhar 2026

Portrait of Sandhya K K — The designerSandhya K K

Concept

Sandhya K K’s design is inspired by the Ilkal sari, a traditional handwoven textile of Karnataka, reimagined as a contemporary garment.

Crochet adds a handcrafted touch to the outfit, and the accessories are handmade crochet too: hand cuffs, chokers and anklets.

The design was developed through draping, into a modern silhouette. It celebrates Karnataka’s cultural heritage through traditional craftsmanship and contemporary fashion.

The making

From sketch to stitch

Four stages in the KIDAT studio: the drawing, the paper pattern, the cut fabric and the sewing machine.

Sandhya K K sketching at KIDAT — Sketching01

Sandhya K K drafting at KIDAT — Drafting02

Sandhya K K cutting at KIDAT — Cutting03

Sandhya K K stitching at KIDAT — Stitching04

Credits

Designer: Sandhya K K. Theme: Ilkal. Shown at Sutradhar 2026, Threads of Tradition, on 25 October 2026 at Hidden Leaf, Shivamogga.

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