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Ritu Kumar

A brand which has been there for more than 50 years, is headed by none other than Ritu Kumar. Her name tops the list of the most successful designers in India, who continue to thrive and grow till date. From clothing and accessories to decor and dining, the brand has branched out beautifully to cater all the needs of fashion enthusiasts. Ritu Kumar is best known for her elegant fabrics and intricate embroideries, which showcase a good mix of Indian and western designs. From dressing up pageant winners to styling Bollywood icons, Ritu Kumar has been admired both domestically and internationally. The legendary designer was also honoured with a Padma Shri in the year 2013 by the former President of India, late Pranab Mukherjee.

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Textiles are a living, evolving dialogue : Darshan Shah

TNN / Mar 23, 2026, 12:32 (IST)

Textile revivalist Darshan Shah is breathing new life into Bengal's rich craft heritage, blending traditional techniques with global influences. Her work at Weavers Studio champions sustainability and handcraft, creating grassroots opportunities and drawing global attention to the region's artistry. Shah emphasizes collaboration and continuous learning, transforming textiles into a dynamic, cross-cultural medium.

Meet Hardik Pandya’s girlfriend Mahieka Sharma: Know about her education, modelling journey, and fashion spotlight

etimes.in / Mar 11, 2026, 11:46 (IST)

ritu kumar's twin?

TNN / Jun 15, 2012, 00:00 (IST)

ritu kumar has a doppelganger

Mrunal Thakur just wore the most ethereal salmon-pink anarkali!

etimes.in / Mar 02, 2026, 17:43 (IST)

Mrunal Thakur’s salmon pink anarkali moment is the ultimate soft-girl spring fashion moment we need in the traditional fashion segment. Let’s decode this fresh soft-girl look.

My travels in Bengal introduced me to the concept of revival, says ritu kumar

TNN / Mar 15, 2018, 13:23 (IST)

We got in touch with the textile revivalist to know more about this new journey and her inspiration.

Amrish Kumar on completing 20 years of Label ritu kumar

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Oct 26, 2022, 22:00 (IST)

Veteran designer ritu kumar is a name to reckon with. Her Prêt Line Label ritu kumar recently completed 20 years in fashion.

After Manish Malhotra, Reliance acquires 52% stake in ritu kumar

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Oct 21, 2021, 06:00 (IST)

Reliance brands limited and ritu kumar join hands to reimagine the unique potential of Indian crafts for contemporary fashion and couture.

Kalki Koechlin is ritu kumar's new blue-eyed girl

Aug 08, 2016, 11:28 (IST)

Actress Kalki Koechlin features in the latest campaign for the launch of brand Label ritu kumar's autumn winter 2016 and Label Basics collections.

Reliance picks up 52% in India’s oldest fashion house ritu kumar

TNN / Oct 19, 2021, 21:01 (IST)

ritu kumar designs for Bollywood

Oct 01, 2011, 00:00 (IST)

Check out the designer's style statement in Love Breakup's Zindagi

ritu kumar to court couture

TNN / Nov 08, 2010, 00:00 (IST)

At a recent do, designer ritu kumar told us that she was coming out with a couture line called Cloth Of Gold by around November.

ritu kumar's Cannes experience

TNN / May 25, 2009, 00:00 (IST)

We told you recently how designer ritu kumar is living it up at the Cannes Film Festival. Well, she’s had more fun at the Hinduja dinner.

ritu kumar styles for Rushdie film

TNN / May 29, 2011, 00:00 (IST)

ritu kumar has been signed on by filmmaker Deepa Mehta to design the looks for the cast of her film, based on Salman Rushdie’s award-winning novel Midnight’s Children.

India is flavour of the world: ritu kumar

TNN / Jul 08, 2008, 00:00 (IST)

As Simran Kaur Mundi won the National Costume contest at Miss Universe 2008, let's hear it from ritu kumar, the designer who created the outfit.

ritu kumar to work on handlooms next

TNN / Feb 03, 2012, 00:00 (IST)

After working on Indian textile techniques for almost five decades, designer ritu kumar now wants to work on Indian handlooms

The Kareena project was exciting: ritu kumar

TNN / Dec 05, 2012, 00:00 (IST)

This project work required exquisite craftmanship and patience, says ritu kumar

Nandana Sen to work for ritu kumar

TNN / Apr 30, 2012, 16:32 (IST)

Nandana Sen to endorse ritu kumar's brand 'Label'

ritu kumar on designing for Midnight's Children

TNN / Oct 04, 2012, 00:00 (IST)

ritu kumar has never designed for a Bollywood film before, but she isn’t new to designing for films.

ritu kumar to win the Padma Shri

TNN / Jan 28, 2013, 00:00 (IST)

ritu kumar first mainstream fashion designer to win the Padma Shri

ritu kumar says she never agreed to participate in GFW

TNN / Apr 19, 2014, 05:07 (IST)

The official website for Gurgaon Fashion Week – now at the centre of a roiling controversy – still mentions the name of ritu kumar’s label as one of the top participants.