Where Heritage, Innovation and Wearable Art Meet
Loop Fashion Week is proud to welcome BaatBatik by Anwar Khatri, one of India's most innovative textile art labels, to its 2026 edition in New Delhi.
Created by renowned textile artist and innovator Anwarhusen Khatri from Bhujpur, Kutch, Gujarat, BaatBatik represents a remarkable fusion of traditional craftsmanship and contemporary artistic expression. Born into the celebrated Khatri artisan community, Anwar Khatri has spent decades exploring and expanding the possibilities of India's resist-dyeing traditions.
His groundbreaking innovations, Reverse Batik and Baatbaandh, have established him as a leading figure in contemporary textile art. Reverse Batik challenges conventional dyeing methods by allowing delicate light shades to emerge from dark backgrounds, while Baatbaandh combines the intricate beauty of Bandhani with the fluid artistic qualities of Batik to create an entirely new textile language.
At Loop Fashion Week 2026, audiences will experience Anwar Khatri's extraordinary handcrafted saree collection inspired by his acclaimed concept, "Aerial View of Earth."
The collection draws inspiration from the breathtaking landscapes visible from above our planet. Flowing rivers, winding deltas, desert textures, coastlines, and geological formations become visual narratives translated into textiles through layers of wax, dye, and intricate handcraft techniques. Each saree captures the hidden artistry of nature, transforming Earth's landscapes into wearable works of art.
This collection perfectly aligns with Loop Fashion Week's vision of celebrating fashion that tells stories, preserves cultural heritage, and embraces creativity beyond conventional runway presentations. More than garments, these creations represent craftsmanship, innovation, sustainability, and artistic storytelling.
As an international platform dedicated to sustainable fashion, wearable art, artisan crafts, and creative expression, Loop Fashion Week continues to bring together designers whose work challenges boundaries and inspires new perspectives.
BaatBatik's participation highlights the importance of preserving traditional knowledge while encouraging innovation for future generations. Through his unique artistic approach, Anwar Khatri demonstrates how heritage crafts can evolve into globally relevant contemporary design.
Join us at Loop Fashion Week 2026, New Delhi, and discover a collection where nature becomes inspiration, textile becomes art, and tradition becomes innovation.
BaatBatik by Anwar Khatri — a celebration of Earth's beauty, handcrafted excellence, and the limitless possibilities of Indian textile art.
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