The Summerhouse presents clothing that is fair, inclusive and responsible. All their fabrics are sustainably sourced and the pieces are made in their in-house production studio. This stylish shirt-style top features a signature print that has been block printed onto light Mashru, a silk-cotton woven fabric. It has a round neck and a buttoned front. The classic cuffs have a single button each and the length is perfect to either tuck in or leave out.
The model is 160 cm tall and wearing size S.
Mashru fabric — a silk-cotton weave Gentle handwash recommended Machine-wash on a gentle cycle, preferably cold, with like colours Dry in the shade
We want to design products that compel our customers with fast-paced lives to stop and enjoy life's little details and take it easy, to live with awareness.
Two talented and driven ladies decided that it was time to show the world the vision they had for urban, everyday life – and they do it living in two different cities! We spoke with Rekha and Shivangini about how they produce each collection and what their ethos is.
How do you source your materials and find the craftspeople you work with? It really depends on the collection we’re working on. All our fabrics are either organic (so the earth is respected) and handwoven (so craftsmen get their due) or sourced from excess fabric lying in the warehouses of fair trade factories (so we reduce our carbon footprint). Our wood is sourced exclusively from sustained plantations. We've travelled the length and breadth of India, literally, to find the craftsmen we work with, the ones who will pay as much attention to quality as we do.
Our inspiration is our memories of our childhoods - when things seemed a lot simpler, with a lot more attention paid to doing things right. A time when craft and process were neither kitsch nor cool but just a way of life.
How does technology and urban living fit into the brand ethos? Well, there are two aspects. First, we are mainly an online brand so, of course, technology is a big part of our presence. We live in urban scapes, as do our customers, so when we design products we do keep in mind that the products will be mainly used in urban homes. This means that whilst our processes are old-fashioned and complex, our designs are modern, minimal and functional. Second, The Summer House is an ode to slow living. We want to design products that compel our customers with fast-paced lives to stop and enjoy life's little details and take it easy, to live with awareness.
Thank you for your time Rekha and Shivangini! We wish you much success!
The Summerhouse presents clothing that is fair, inclusive and responsible. All their fabrics are sustainably sourced and the pieces are made in their in-house production studio. This feminine dress is made from a creme-coloured cotton twill, that drapes softly. It has a minimal silhouette with a notched collar and a button-down front. It is mid-calf length, has a self-coloured belt and hidden in-seam pockets.
The model is 160 cm tall and wearing size S.
Pure cotton twill In-seam pockets Unlined Machine-wash on a gentle cycle, preferably cold, with like colours Dry in the shade
The Summerhouse presents clothing that is fair, inclusive and responsible. All their fabrics are sustainably sourced and the pieces are made in their in-house production studio. This contemporary shirt dress is made from a high-quality brown linen. It has with 3/4th sleeves and a slim collar. Soft pleats on the sleeves and the front add a feminine touch. It has practical pockets and a button-down front.
The model is 165 cm tall and wearing size S.
Pure linen In-seam pockets Unlined Machine-wash on a gentle cycle, preferably cold, with like colours Dry in the shade
The Summerhouse presents clothing that is fair, inclusive and responsible. All their fabrics are sustainably sourced and the pieces are made in their in-house production studio. This sharply tailored tunic dress features a signature print composed of dots, printed onto a cream-pink base. It has a front pleat detail, origami sleeves and a single button fastening at the back. Made from soft cotton, it is elegant and easy to wear.
The model is 165 cm tall and wearing size S.
Pure cotton twill In-seam pockets Unlined Machine-wash on a gentle cycle, preferably cold, with like colours Dry in the shade
The Summerhouse presents clothing that is fair, inclusive and responsible. All their fabrics are sustainably sourced and the pieces are made in their in-house production studio. This boxy top is easy to wear without being boring. It has dropped shoulders with kimono-style sleeves. The neckline and sleeve hems feature a delicate pattern of turned fabric, which give it a beautiful finish. Perfect as an alternative to a classic t-shirt, it can be tucked in or left out.
The model is 165 cm tall, this top is available in a free size.
Pure cotton Machine-wash on a gentle cycle, preferably cold, with like colours Dry in the shade
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