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THINK GLOBAL ACT LOCAL

We honor indigenous artisanal traditions and craftsmanship by taking purposeful steps within our community.

FUNCTION OVER FORM

As William Strunk famously noted in Elements of Style, "When a sentence is made stronger it usually becomes shorter. This brevity is a by-product of vigor."

  
This principle of prioritizing function over form informs the primary goal of an article should be to serve its intended purpose effectively and efficiently, rather than focusing solely on its visual or ornamental aspects.

CONTINUOUS WARDROBE

Our approach transcends seasons.   

We design without a fixed beginning or end – creating pieces that encourage you to build a thoughtful, comprehensive wardrobe over time.

INTUITIVE EXPRESSION

Intuitive Expression is a response to constant observation of how women & men dress, as well as personal feelings and experiences related to clothing.

Our approach involves rigorous sampling and prototyping, exploring the interplay between old and new, and repeating textures, materials, colors, and prints across collections

OUR PROCESS

Creating meaningful things often requires significant time and effort.

DESIGN

Leh Studios is centred by nostalgia to address modern living. By prioritizing conscious editing, we streamline our choices for efficiency, intuition, and meaning.  This focus on the essential leads to designs and experiences that are inclusive, accessible, and impactful.

PRODUCTION

We proudly support local artisans, craftspeople, women and minority-owned businesses in India. Collaborating closely with our partners brings us immense satisfaction.
 
Our commitment to ethical practices aligns with our clients' values of transparency and sustainability.

By producing made-to-order pieces in small batches at our New Delhi atelier, we minimise our supply chain impact while ensuring the quality standards. 

THE DESIGNER

Leh Studios was born from Himi's profound sense of frustration.  This spark ignited the designer’s creative journey – one guided by instinct
("I move parallel to time with a soul without dryness...") and fuelled
by his diverse interests. 

Born in Kanpur, India, he honed his skills at the National Institute of Fashion Technology in Shillong, earning recognition for his innovative work.

Experience at Pero, a buying house with Michael Kors RTW, and working with the renowned Rahul Mishra exposed him to diverse design philosophies.  This experience ultimately inspired the designer to chart his own path, finding ways to express his distinct vision aligned with contemporary values. 

Today, Leh Studios is carried in esteemed retailers.