Schiffili embroidery, known as ‘Broderie Anglaise’ and famously known as hakoba in India, is the eyelet embroidery work made by machines on cotton predominantly, but today, on many fabrics too. This embroidery work was founded in the early 1800s by Issac Groebli from Switzerland. The machine that did this embroidery was a newly invented sewing machine that utilized the elemental lockstitch method with bobbins and shuttles arranged in the shape of a boat. The word ‘Schiffili’ comes from a German dialect meaning ‘little boat’. This embroidery became very popular rapidly hence, countries from all over the world adapted it and started manufacturing it in mass, following America after the World War 2, who designed special Schiffili embroidery machines. A significant amount of research and development has been conducted since then, and modern machines are far more proficient and digitalized.

Global Desi’s mood for this summer season is to energize and celebrate creativity by recycling old crafts with a contemporary approach. Treasured and timeless styles are being revamped for a refreshed panache look. This juxtaposition trend is more of an experience than just a product. It allows you to enjoy classic cultural designs whilst using new and improved quality materials and contours. The collection is a collaboration with local vendors to bring you more authentic pieces that speak louder than just aesthetics.

If we’ve got your attention until this far, then continue reading to know more about our Summer ‘22 collection, ‘Schiffili’, and the different styles we’ve curated for an array of diverse tastes in styles.

This Schiffili top showcases a modernized cut and colour, crafted in cotton. The peplum silhouette is one of the most popular choices of many young women nowadays. This design features a simple eyelet embroidery placed all over in a trendy and soothing pastel blue hue fashioned in a versatile contour that can be styled with multiple options of coloured bottoms, solid or printed. But is not limited to any occasion, this ruffled strap top can be adorned for a work meeting or coffee date, for dinner or a day at the mall with your girlfriends.

Summer dresses are something that we all girls are inevitably pumped up about. They always look the most flattering and are the most comfortable silhouettes. This Schiffili dress is crafted with the finest summer soothing material with the embroidery placed on the hemline as a thick border with scallop detailing. Striking a stark contrast from the black, the embroidery showcases floral iterations. This sleeveless dress is a great choice for evening wine soirees, weekend getaways and Sunday brunches. One of our most versatile pieces this season that can be styled limitlessly depending on the mood of the affair.

Yellows are the least picked out colours during weddings, over the pinks and reds or only if there’s a Haldi ceremony. They’re understated but this season is all about bright yellow hues dipped in sunshine. Yellows also suit every shade of our Indian skin tone. This versatile kurta set can be worn for any day-festive occasion that showcases Schiffili embroidery on the strappy straight-fit kurta as well as the sharara that’ll definitely make you stand out. The co-ords can be separately styled with white or contrasting counterparts on more casual occasions or to make repeating clothes more interesting and fun. Accessorize to elevate your ensemble with dainty gold jewellery.

The trendiest look of 2022 is co-ord sets. They’re the most refreshing inspiration this season for a vacation wardrobe. Co-ords are an exhilarating change from the other vacation staples like dresses or jumpsuits. They also work if you’re short on ensembles and want to spice it up a little by mix-matching. The classic Schiffili embroidery has been given an uber-fresh look by placing it on a fun silhouette in a classy contrasting colour palette. The set can be donned for a day out sightseeing transcending into a wine-tasting sundowner. This fuss-free Schiffili co-ord set is crafted from breezy and light materials with an elasticated band for utmost comfort and two utilitarian pockets, perfect for a tropical beachside holiday.

Wearing denim or any garment that’s thick or clingy to the skin can be very uncomfortable during summers. The key to dressing up during the heated and humid summers is to invest in breezy and summery silhouettes like this tunic that can be worn as a dress as well as a kurta with breathable bottoms underneath it. This tunic is fashioned with beautiful Schiffili embroidery accenting in a gorgeous hue of pink that imbues profound femininity. Play around with styling for various occasions. Undoubtedly crafted in high-quality cotton material for uninterrupted comfort. Stylize this tunic with long dangling earrings and heels for a more sophisticated look.