A sunlit afternoon under a cherry-red umbrella – summer memories come rushing back in color.
Imagine a forgotten Indian summer: sun-drenched afternoons at nani’s house, the sweet drip of mango juice down your fingers, and neon-orange ice gola trails melting down sunburnt arms. Barefoot and carefree, you race over cool terra cotta floors and chase after the kulfi cart, giggling as time stretches and blurs. It’s a cinematic memory of long summer days that felt endless – the summer we forgot time.
These are the moments House of Tanvi bottles up in its latest collection, SummerChild (SS’25). Aptly subtitled “The Summer We Forgot Time,” SummerChild is more than a fashion line – it’s a feeling sewn into every seam. Crafted entirely from 100% handwoven Kala Cotton from Kutch, each piece is an ode to slow living, sustainable craft, and the playful innocence of childhood nostalgia. Tanvi Doshi, founder and creative director of House of Tanvi, puts it best:
“We wanted to bottle that feeling — of sticky mangoes and spinning in cotton skirts — and turn it into clothing.” – Tanvi Doshi
Playful Silhouettes & Whimsical Details
SummerChild’s design language is nostalgic yet unabashedly youthful. The silhouettes have a Gen Z meets retro flair — think flirty mini skirts, cropped tops, coordinated co-ord sets, halter-neck dresses, and breezy A-line frocks that twirl as easily as the cotton skirts of our school days. Each garment is easy, breathable, and made for movement, inviting you to relive those slow, blissful summer afternoons in style.
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Textures of Memory: The collection draws on the textures of memory – soft candy floss clouds, dripping orange ice pops, rain-soaked banyan leaves, marbles clacking in dusty pockets, and the crisp starch of freshly pressed school uniforms. Every fabric and finish evokes a tactile nostalgia, as if the clothes themselves carry snippets of a childhood summer.
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Whimsical Motifs: Hand-drawn embroideries and playful motifs are tucked into each design. Look closely and you might find a baby panda peeking out from a pocket, or delicate stitch lines running along a hem like the ruled pages of a school notebook. Tiny cherries, mangoes, and hand-stitched florals add pops of whimsy, each detail whispering its own story. It’s these little surprises – a ladybug here, a doodled heart there – that make every piece feel like a cherished memory.
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Sunlit Palette: The color palette balances sun-bleached brights with earthy neutrals. Think faded gulmohar red, turmeric orange, frosty mint, and sky blue, grounded by sand-beige and indigo stripes. It mirrors the vibe of an Indian summer – the energetic burst of sunny days and the calm of twilight hues. Slip into these colors, and you’re instantly transported to a world of barefoot freedom and lemonade skies.
Kala Cotton – Weaving Heritage & Sustainability
At the heart of SummerChild is its commitment to heritage handloom fabric. Every garment is made from rain-fed, organic Kala Cotton, an indigenous cotton variety native to the Kutch region of Gujarat. This hardy cotton thrives without pesticides or irrigation, relying solely on the monsoon rains – a true testament to sustainable farming passed down through generations. Spun and woven by rural artisans using traditional methods, Kala Cotton carries a raw, homespun texture that connects each piece to a rich legacy of Indian handloom. It’s breathable, cozy, and laden with character – perfect for the tropical heat and conscious fashionistas alike.
House of Tanvi worked directly with artisan clusters in Kutch to bring SummerChild to life, ensuring fair and conscious production every step of the way. In an era of fast fashion, SummerChild stands apart as an ode to slow fashion and textile preservation – supporting the craftspeople who are keepers of history. “Every thread we spin carries the heat of the summer sun and the hope of our village,” shares one Kutch weaver, proud to see their stories woven into modern wardrobes. Indeed, each piece is touched by many caring hands. All the embroidery and trims are done in-house by House of Tanvi’s skilled all-women team, infusing love and empowerment into every stitch. The result is clothing with a soul – sustainable fashion that feels personal, precious, and planet-friendly.
Visual Storytelling: Summer in Frames
From playful frames of mangoes lined up beneath cotton-clad feet to a tandem bicycle ride along the seashore at dusk, the SummerChild lookbook unfolds like a vibrant scrapbook of summer memories. In one scene, a girl twirls under a cherry-red umbrella, her white Kala Cotton dress dotted with tiny red cherries as she smiles up at the sky – capturing the innocence of seeking shade on a hot afternoon. Another frame finds joy in the flavors of summer: a net bag brimming with green mangoes and a juicy pineapple hangs by a beachside stall, as a young woman savors a pink candy-floss ice lolly, eyes closed in pure bliss. We see a weathered old boat named “Princess” resting on golden sand, with our SummerChild muse posing confidently at its bow, ready to sail into a daydream. And in a quiet candid shot, nimble fingers embroider a little panda onto fabric, every stitch marking time slowed down. Each image deepens the mood – motion and mischief, escape and innocence – bringing the collection’s nostalgic narrative to life in full color.
The SummerChild Muse – Rooted Yet Rebellious
Who is the girl at the heart of this collection? The SummerChild muse is carefree but aware, rooted yet rebellious. She collects seashells and moodboards, wears nostalgia like eyeliner, and believes in dressing for joy rather than rules. She’s the modern Indian girl – Gen Z in attitude, but deeply connected to her roots. One foot in the past and one in the present, she isn’t afraid to mix heritage handlooms with her favorite sneakers, or a wistful memory with a bold new trend. In her world, every day is a chance to play dress-up – to skip a beat, twirl in the sun, and live in the moment unapologetically.
Pause, Play & Dress in Memory
SummerChild is not just a fashion collection – it’s a feeling. It’s a sensory love letter to summers past, reimagined for the present. Each piece invites you to pause, play, and dress in memory – to reclaim the simple delights of a slower time. So go ahead: chase the ice cream truck, get your hands a little sticky with mango juice, and let your style tell a story. This summer, throw out the rulebook and become a summer child again.
SummerChild: The Summer We Forgot Time
A sunlit afternoon under a cherry-red umbrella – summer memories come rushing back in color.
Imagine a forgotten Indian summer: sun-drenched afternoons at nani’s house, the sweet drip of mango juice down your fingers, and neon-orange ice gola trails melting down sunburnt arms. Barefoot and carefree, you race over cool terra cotta floors and chase after the kulfi cart, giggling as time stretches and blurs. It’s a cinematic memory of long summer days that felt endless – the summer we forgot time.
These are the moments House of Tanvi bottles up in its latest collection, SummerChild (SS’25). Aptly subtitled “The Summer We Forgot Time,” SummerChild is more than a fashion line – it’s a feeling sewn into every seam. Crafted entirely from 100% handwoven Kala Cotton from Kutch, each piece is an ode to slow living, sustainable craft, and the playful innocence of childhood nostalgia. Tanvi Doshi, founder and creative director of House of Tanvi, puts it best:
“We wanted to bottle that feeling — of sticky mangoes and spinning in cotton skirts — and turn it into clothing.” – Tanvi Doshi
Playful Silhouettes & Whimsical Details
SummerChild’s design language is nostalgic yet unabashedly youthful. The silhouettes have a Gen Z meets retro flair — think flirty mini skirts, cropped tops, coordinated co-ord sets, halter-neck dresses, and breezy A-line frocks that twirl as easily as the cotton skirts of our school days. Each garment is easy, breathable, and made for movement, inviting you to relive those slow, blissful summer afternoons in style.
Textures of Memory: The collection draws on the textures of memory – soft candy floss clouds, dripping orange ice pops, rain-soaked banyan leaves, marbles clacking in dusty pockets, and the crisp starch of freshly pressed school uniforms. Every fabric and finish evokes a tactile nostalgia, as if the clothes themselves carry snippets of a childhood summer.
Whimsical Motifs: Hand-drawn embroideries and playful motifs are tucked into each design. Look closely and you might find a baby panda peeking out from a pocket, or delicate stitch lines running along a hem like the ruled pages of a school notebook. Tiny cherries, mangoes, and hand-stitched florals add pops of whimsy, each detail whispering its own story. It’s these little surprises – a ladybug here, a doodled heart there – that make every piece feel like a cherished memory.
Sunlit Palette: The color palette balances sun-bleached brights with earthy neutrals. Think faded gulmohar red, turmeric orange, frosty mint, and sky blue, grounded by sand-beige and indigo stripes. It mirrors the vibe of an Indian summer – the energetic burst of sunny days and the calm of twilight hues. Slip into these colors, and you’re instantly transported to a world of barefoot freedom and lemonade skies.
Kala Cotton – Weaving Heritage & Sustainability
At the heart of SummerChild is its commitment to heritage handloom fabric. Every garment is made from rain-fed, organic Kala Cotton, an indigenous cotton variety native to the Kutch region of Gujarat. This hardy cotton thrives without pesticides or irrigation, relying solely on the monsoon rains – a true testament to sustainable farming passed down through generations. Spun and woven by rural artisans using traditional methods, Kala Cotton carries a raw, homespun texture that connects each piece to a rich legacy of Indian handloom. It’s breathable, cozy, and laden with character – perfect for the tropical heat and conscious fashionistas alike.
House of Tanvi worked directly with artisan clusters in Kutch to bring SummerChild to life, ensuring fair and conscious production every step of the way. In an era of fast fashion, SummerChild stands apart as an ode to slow fashion and textile preservation – supporting the craftspeople who are keepers of history. “Every thread we spin carries the heat of the summer sun and the hope of our village,” shares one Kutch weaver, proud to see their stories woven into modern wardrobes. Indeed, each piece is touched by many caring hands. All the embroidery and trims are done in-house by House of Tanvi’s skilled all-women team, infusing love and empowerment into every stitch. The result is clothing with a soul – sustainable fashion that feels personal, precious, and planet-friendly.
Visual Storytelling: Summer in Frames
From playful frames of mangoes lined up beneath cotton-clad feet to a tandem bicycle ride along the seashore at dusk, the SummerChild lookbook unfolds like a vibrant scrapbook of summer memories. In one scene, a girl twirls under a cherry-red umbrella, her white Kala Cotton dress dotted with tiny red cherries as she smiles up at the sky – capturing the innocence of seeking shade on a hot afternoon. Another frame finds joy in the flavors of summer: a net bag brimming with green mangoes and a juicy pineapple hangs by a beachside stall, as a young woman savors a pink candy-floss ice lolly, eyes closed in pure bliss. We see a weathered old boat named “Princess” resting on golden sand, with our SummerChild muse posing confidently at its bow, ready to sail into a daydream. And in a quiet candid shot, nimble fingers embroider a little panda onto fabric, every stitch marking time slowed down. Each image deepens the mood – motion and mischief, escape and innocence – bringing the collection’s nostalgic narrative to life in full color.
The SummerChild Muse – Rooted Yet Rebellious
Who is the girl at the heart of this collection? The SummerChild muse is carefree but aware, rooted yet rebellious. She collects seashells and moodboards, wears nostalgia like eyeliner, and believes in dressing for joy rather than rules. She’s the modern Indian girl – Gen Z in attitude, but deeply connected to her roots. One foot in the past and one in the present, she isn’t afraid to mix heritage handlooms with her favorite sneakers, or a wistful memory with a bold new trend. In her world, every day is a chance to play dress-up – to skip a beat, twirl in the sun, and live in the moment unapologetically.
Pause, Play & Dress in Memory
SummerChild is not just a fashion collection – it’s a feeling. It’s a sensory love letter to summers past, reimagined for the present. Each piece invites you to pause, play, and dress in memory – to reclaim the simple delights of a slower time. So go ahead: chase the ice cream truck, get your hands a little sticky with mango juice, and let your style tell a story. This summer, throw out the rulebook and become a summer child again.