A Dhoti-suit for #Cannes or #MetGala? This is my take on what I would have worn to the Met Gala 2025, where the theme—Black Dandyism—celebrates elegance, resistance, and the radical power of personal style. Rooted in history, Black Dandyism reclaims refinement as rebellion, turning sharp tailoring into a statement of pride and presence. In this look, I honor that legacy with a perfectly tailored suit—classic, bold, and intentional. But I also bring my heritage to the forefront by pairing it with

Rakhi Bhatnagar|Ethical Fashion Lifestyle + DIY Styling on Instagram: "Were women’s dhoti drapes once functional, graceful, even pee-friendly? We may never know, because so much was erased during colonization. 🌿 Wearing this grey tussar silk saree with kantha & kalamkari work @femantraa While experimenting, I reimagined a version that feels rooted, practical, and powerful — a small way of reclaiming what was lost. #dhotisaree #tussarkanthasaree #kalamkaari #indiantextiles #decolonizehistory"