S&N by Shantnu Nikhil
Shantanu & Nikhil, a brand with two decades of redefining Indian couture, continues to evolve with a modern narrative of structure and luxury. Embracing a progressive philosophy, they champion a young, gender-fluid, and patriotic-chic India.
In 2020, they introduced S&N by Shantnu Nikhil, a Bridge-to-Luxury brand that extends their contemporary Indian artisanal values globally. This new line blends heritage and modernity, tradition and innovation, featuring neo-drapes and new-age details, perfectly capturing the essence of a dynamic India.
View CollectionsBirthplace
New Delhi
Educational Qualification
Shantanu Mehra- MBA in Finance and Nikhil Mehra- Masters in Design
Founding data/year of the brand
2000
If your designs could speak, what would they say?
They would narrate a tale of androgyny and empowerment.
What are the signature elements in your designs?
Androgyny, sartorial tailoring, drapes, and military nuances.
Which celebrity or personality do you dream of dressing?
Shah Rukh Khan,Which collection are you most proud of, and why?
The Nihang in 2005- inspired by our grandmother’s passing.
Where do you find inspiration for your designs?
Traveling.
Which designer in the world inspires you?
Alexander McQueen
Share a memorable "aha" moment from your design career.
After-death inspired by Jesus’s resurrection in 2004