Crazy About H&M’s Breezy Dresses? We Found 9 Indian Brands That You’ll Love!

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Lightweight, breezy and undeniably trendy, this sunshine weather demands we put on a dress that's cute and comfy. But if you're looking for options online that haven't already been worn by everyone you follow on Instagram, you've come to the right place. These homegrown, Indian labels make dresses just like H&M's that are casual, cute and require minimal styling. 

Marche

Gorgeous florals in a ton of summer-friendly shades, Marche makes a ton of styles from wrap dresses to shirt dresses to tunics. They're light and breezy and we love that some of the pieces could easily be worn as ethnic wear, too, with the right palazzos and jewellery.

Price: Starting at INR 1,480

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Araya

Dresses that would work for office, chilling at home or a coffee date with your best friend - Araya's casual dresses have an understated, chic feeling to them that is minimal and you'll keep wearing for years because the designs just so timeless. 

Price: Starting at INR 1,365

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Etar

ETAR

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This is a slightly more bougie label in the list but it's pricey for a reason. The apparel by Etar is made using handwoven fabric that's super high quality and the designs are timeless in a way that you could wear them today, tomorrow, and 10 years from now. Their size range is pretty inclusive, too, it goes from 3XS to 2XL. 

Price: Starting at INR 4,240

IndieMaharani

IndieMaharani

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Vegan, sustainably-made, natural and ethical, IndieMaharani's a slow fashion label we love. Their easy-breezy dresses are what we imagine we'd be wearing if we had a picnic to go on right now in the middle of a field of flowers. Yes, we're cottagecore-ing hard in our heads.

Price: Starting at INR 3,400

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Bohemian Dream

Bohemian Dream

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For all things boho, we bring to you (surprise, surprise) Bohemian Dream. They work with artisans all over the country to make comfy dresses that mix traditional fabrics and prints with trendier silhouettes like midi dresses, shift dresses and dresses with pockets!

Price: Starting at INR 998

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Ukti

Ukti

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Made in small batches, Ukti is a functional label that's also a self-proclaimed lover of pockets. Their dresses are perfect for daily wear and despite them being made in small batches, they're still affordable. They do earthy-toned dresses made with cotton that's easy to live in.

Price: Starting at INR 1,290

Only reach for cottons when it gets hot? Stay cool in these cotton clothes all summer long.

KoHiMa

Kohima

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Effortless and cute, KoHiMa's dresses are made using comfortable fabrics in modern silhouettes so they're universally flattering. Think of their dresses as modern and elevated versions of the classics like A-line dresses, shirt dresses and you're bound to want more than one.

Price: Starting at INR 1,399

What goes well with modern dresses? These trendy jewellery pieces!

Knot

KNOT

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Minimal without being plain, Knot is a homegrown label full of casual dresses you'll love because there's so many ways you could style them. Perfect for brunch with the girls or a comfortable dress to throw on whilst you flitter about running errands, you'll love Knot for their casual and cool style.

Price: Starting at INR 1,600

KA

KA India

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KA's dresses are ultra wearable in the sense that they're easy-breezy, comfortable and affordable, too. Their apparel takes Indian textiles and makes them into contemporary designs which can easily be taken from work to lounging at home to (soon) travelling. 

Price: Starting at INR 900

Psst. Check out some more affordable homegrown labels here.

Pro-Tip

Now that you're sorted for breezy dresses, how about some comfy flats to wear at home, all day long!