Is Sabyasachi's 'The Nani' bucket collection the ultimate fashion homage?

And, celebrated Indian designer Sabyasachi is doing it all over again for fashion lovers with his recent collection launch: a bucket called "The Nani". This stunning collection of leather potli bags is not just a fashion statement but a highly personal tribute to the designer's grandmother, lovingly called "Nani."


Sabyasachi, known for his ostentatious creations and heavily embellished ensembles, has reached iconic status in the world of fashion. From elaborate anarkalis and elegant sarees to glamorous Bollywood costumes, his creations have come to define Indian haute couture. His breakout work in Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Black earned him the National Award as Best Costume Designer in 2005, launching him into a glittering career. It is now, 25 years in the industry, and Sabyasachi takes this opportunity to celebrate the occasion with a new collection that keeps up his tradition by marrying convention with modernity.




The new collection, "The Nani," is an ode to Sabyasachi's grandmother, whom he refers to as exuberant, maximalist, and influential. The detailed potli bags remind him of his childhood memories. Sabyasachi has shared behind-the-scenes footage showing the intricate process for bringing such bags to life. Here, the main focus was on detailing the craftsmanship behind it.

The Nani" is a very personal inspiration. Sabyasachi remembers his grandmother's potli-a small drawstring pouch lined with bright pomegranate pink velvet. He remembers how, during summer holidays, she would pull out everything from her potli-ice lollies, turmeric-ruined popcorn, and tickets to matinee movies-and how all those put together would create a memory of indulgence and glee. This collection captures those moments of nostalgia, making them tangible in an accessory that is stylish, too.



Apart from "The Nani," other new collections he is offering are "The Dadi" collection, which pays respect to his paternal grandmother and her khadi potli. Both collections reflect a rootedness with his heritage and family, an assuring promise that he will always look back as he makes current fashion stretch.

Sabyasachi says the potli is an eternal bag de jour. "The Nani" and "The Dadi" range starts at Rs 95,000 and goes up to Rs 1.5 lakh. The pricing reflects a touch of luxury that has been given to the traditional craft. Every bag that comprises this collection stands tall as testimony to Sabyasachi's art and his way of celebrating Indian culture through fashion.



Continuing his stretch of striking gold with the merger of personal nostalgia and high fashion, he does it again with the "The Nani" collection. His bags are not just accessories; they are a toast to memories, culture, and timeless beauty from traditional craftsmanship. Going by the buzz on Instagram, one thing is for sure: Sabyasachi's latest collection strikes gold both in style and sentiment.