The Nod Shop14 Apr 20264 MIN

11 homegrown brands that let you bring your personal style to work

Jackets made of eri silk. Shirts with Madras checks. Cargo trousers for the boardroom. Here are 11 Indian workwear brands abolishing 8 am decision fatigue

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Steve Jobs’s uniform of Issey Miyake mock turtlenecks. Anna Wintour and her signature bob and oversized sunglasses. Katharine Hepburn and her borrowed-from-the-boys tailoring. Zohran Mamdani and the millennial suit. Some of the most successful people in the world have also been the most visually consistent, consciously crafting a signature look that reflects their value system.

But what does that mean in 2026, at a time when dress codes are loosening and personal style is no longer checked at the door? It’s about building a work wardrobe that feels like you, whether you’re clocking in five days a week, splitting time between home and HQ, or still on the hunt for the right role.

The good news: a new wave of indie designers is making that easier. Think pieces that move seamlessly from desk to dinner and don’t feel out of place on your OOO days either.

Here are 11 brands to help you get started:

AMPM

For the Type-A employee who wants to dress like a boss

Delhi-based AMPM was started by siblings Ankur and Priyanka Modi in 2002 and it’s seriously committed to grownup elegance buoyed by excellent fabrics in neutral hues. You’ll love wearing the linen Dilnami set with its faux scarf effect. Ditto the gorgeous cotton-silk Selah jacket set that comes with a draped skirt. These are the clothes that convey authority and confidence without forgoing personality.

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Ura

For the grownup office siren

Ura’s streamlined aesthetic results in clean silhouettes that work at the office just as well as they would at a gallery preview. We’re talking cargo-pocket trousers paired with elongated leather waistcoats and cropped blazers worn over high-rise pleated trousers. Style with slicked-back hair and Bayonetta glasses (cue Gisele Bündchen in The Devil Wears Prada) for the ultimate off-duty-model look—even if your actual 9-to-5 isn’t as glamorous.

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Perona

For the workhorse who needs a no-brainer outfit

Delhi-based Perona is an excellent starting point if you’re looking to curate a wardrobe that will serve you for years to come, from elegant shift dresses to barrel-leg trousers that you can style in multiple ways. Founders Shruti and Puneet Mangla started Perona after decades of experience manufacturing for international brands, so they bring an unmatched understanding of quality and fit, especially to their leather goods.

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Three Clothing

For the operations head whose 9-to-5 look revolves around sneakers

Need a low-stress work uniform? Pallavi Dhyani’s Three Clothing offers a relaxed, unfussy take on workwear. Whether it’s an anti-fit co-ord set or a roomy dress that plays with geometrical prints, her collections are all about pieces that do more with less.

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Ura Maku

For the employee who prefers relaxed tailoring

Launched by Manjushree Saikia in 2018, Ura Maku favours clean, tailored separates made using handloom textiles like eri and mulberry silk sourced from Assam. Subtle details, like embroidery accents, old-school waistband adjusters or playful checked and striped patterns, will instantly upgrade office essentials, whether it’s a reliable blazer, a chic skirt suit or a wear-anywhere waistcoat.

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Divyam Mehta

For the bigwig who refuses to wear a boring suit

When it comes to investing in workwear, great tailoring always wins. For this, look to Delhi-based Divyam Mehta’s namesake label, known for its artisanal take on classic, tailored pieces popular among many fashion insiders. From kantha-print denim suits and colour-blocked jackets detailed with saddle stitching to ikat silk blazers, the pieces strike a balance between craft and wearability.

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The Notebook

For the marketing head who doesn’t want to look like a corporate drone

One of the perks of working in 2026? A newfound sartorial freedom that moves us well beyond the stuffy suits of the past. Look to The Notebook for proof. The brand reworks “boring” workwear staples through a distinct fashion-girl lens—shirt dresses made of lace, co-ords with sculptural metal buttons, jewelled necklines on LBDs and waist-defining wrap dresses.

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The Summer House

For the new intern who wants to have fun within the ‘office’ dress code

The key to a successful office look is to pick a shade and silhouette that reflects your personality while still feeling office-appropriate. Bengaluru-based The Summer House offers plenty of work-adjacent clothing—like a pair of reliable cotton pants, lightweight summer shackets, or linen dresses—but in sunny hues and playful prints. For spring/summer 2026 these include red-and-white gingham checks, embroidery accents inspired by the novel Watership Down and dainty florals that make getting dressed for work feel a little less like a task.

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Ārohi

For the manager who wants maximum efficiency from her wardrobe and her team

Founder Aarohi Shah trained at legacy fashion houses like Oscar de la Renta and Proenza Schouler before starting her eponymous label. Stock up on just a few of the brand’s powerhouse pieces—mandarin-collar jackets, handwoven silk trousers, and organza blazers—that can be mixed and matched to create multiple looks. Hard not to love.

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Gul Sohrab

For the team member who thinks outside the box

Creative industry folks are already fans of Delhi-based Gul Sohrab’s reversible shackets and wrap skirts, but there’s no reason why their designs can’t work for those with a more steady income. Think checked shirts and shackets with roomy elbow-length sleeves that allow for ventilation in the April heat (while also offering the coverage you need when the office air con turns aggressive). Add their cotton twill jorts and barrel-cut trousers, and you’ve got pieces that won’t look out of place at your next corporate retreat.

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Kapoor 2.0

For the quiet quitter who always has a 5 pm plan

In the 12 years since launching his eponymous label, Dhruv Kapoor has racked up a sparkling CV. He’s the only Indian designer to regularly showcase at Milan Fashion Week’s menswear edition, and his clothes have appeared on everyone from Khushi Kapoor to Kareena Kapoor Khan. He’s gotten there by sticking to a clear formula—one he continues with his Gen Z-coded line, Kapoor 2.0: hardworking separates that bridge the gap between “work clothes” and “real-life clothes”. Think fun prints, contrasting colourways, and cute patchwork details.

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