Vaani Beswal’s C’est La Vie is like sorbet... cool and colourful. The designer who has sustainability and love for the handwoven as the brand philosophy, tells The Telegraph about her spring summer collection.

The collection looks summer fresh. What’s the vibe?

This collection is the reflection of understanding the true meaning of c’est la vie and a fusion of French and Indian fashion. The clothing is easy and comfortable on the skin. It is chic as the line-up consists of timeless statement pieces. All the garments are pretty breezy, colourful yet subtle. We have hand-block prints and embroidery on them.

Tell us about the name a little…

Well, the name of the collection is C’est La Vie, which in a simple statement means ‘that is the life’. C’est La Vie is often perceived negatively, but in fact it is simply just the acceptance of however life is. Life comes full of surprises and sometimes things that are just not expected end up happening. We wanted to celebrate the line-up in the same way!

Throughout the journey of my label, I have come to understand a lot of the weavers, their process, their work and experiences. To everyone they are just weavers, but what we don’t understand is that each of them have their own craft, identity and techniques. Each fabric, design and embroidery has its own style. All of this comes from the amazing knowledge that these Indian craftsmen have — Vaani

What’s the idea behind naming the pieces? What’s the inspiration?

The idea behind naming the pieces is for them to all have their own identity. Each ensemble has its own idea, design and a process where it comes from. The inspiration of it is from understanding the good, the bad and the surprises of life. Understanding the constantly evolving nature of Mother Earth.

What kind of crafts have you explored in the range?

Throughout the journey of my label, I have come to understand a lot of the weavers, their process, their work and experiences. To everyone they are just weavers, but what we don’t understand is that each of them have their own craft, identity and techniques. Each fabric, design and embroidery has its own style. All of this comes from the amazing knowledge that these Indian craftsmen have. We have also introduced hand-block prints for this season!

You have a mix of holiday and occasion wear in the collection…

Yes, we do have a mix of both in the collection. It also depends on how one would like to style them. Some of the kurtas can easily be styled with your holiday and summer clothing and look really cool, while when you style them on their own, they appear a different version of themselves.

Your label was launched in the pandemic. Is the business looking up?

Yes, my label was launched in the pandemic. I still remember getting advice about it being a bad idea, but I think throughout the journey that I have seen, it has been very positive. With time, people have in fact started understanding what they want and the quality that they want to opt for. The business has been doing well, touchwood. And, I do see it growing in general for all businesses.

It will soon turn two. What have been the learnings?

I think the most that I have learnt is more and more about our Mother Earth, the fabrics, the weavers and all the processes that go into turning the raw form into the fine handmade fabrics that we wear today. I can’t even explain right now, but the whole process and journey is so beautiful. It’s just so mesmerising and peaceful. I just love it!

What else are you planning to explore?

We are currently planning to explore local craftsmen of south India and closely develop weaves with them. And, I am also planning the introduction to kidswear. Just a thought... haven’t worked on it but will eventually.