Made from saris selected for their color, craftsmanship, and character. Each piece is thoughtfully cut and sewn in the San Francisco Bay Area, in small batches.
The Amara Jacket
A long, fluid silhouette with relaxed sleeves and an open front. The sari’s borders and motifs give each jacket its own character.
$675 · XS/S and M/L
Each one-of-a-kind jacket is available only in its finished size.
A soft, open drape made from one complete pallu—the decorative end of a sari—with its design kept intact.
$350 · One size
Currently in the making.
The Mina Bag
A silk knot bag that brings the sari’s color and detail into a smaller form. Carry it on its own or alongside an Amara.
$160
Each bag is sold separately.
See, try on, and buy in person at our trunk shows and pop-ups. Dry clean only.
Ways to Wear It
Over what you already own.
Your favorite jeans. An easy knit and trousers. A dress for dinner. The Amara brings something unexpected to familiar favorites.
AI-generated styling images. See the actual pieces in person at our trunk shows and pop-ups.
Our Philosophy
As much of the sari as we can.
One sari holds many possibilities. Its flowing body, richly patterned pallu, and distinctive borders can become an Amara Jacket, an Anjali Pallu Shrug, and a Mina Bag.
Every part of a sari offers something to work with. We look for ways to use as much of it as possible, letting its details inspire what comes next. These first three pieces are just the beginning.
Considering the border, before the first cut.
Craftsmanship
Thoughtfully cut. Individually sewn.
Before the first cut, we consider what makes each sari distinctive—where a border might frame the neckline, or how a motif will fall across the back. These choices let the sari guide what it becomes.
Each piece is then individually cut and sewn here in the San Francisco Bay Area. Working in small batches gives us time to pay attention to the details that make each one feel considered.
Meet Chand in Person
Find the piece that feels like you.
Experience the colors, feel the silk, and see how each silhouette comes to life on you. Our trunk shows and pop-ups are a chance to explore the collection, try on an Amara, and find something you’ll love wearing.
Choose your piece and take it home that day.
Upcoming Pop-Up
November 3–4, 2026 Tuesday & Wednesday · 11 a.m.–5 p.m. Sethi Couture 290 Main Street, Los Altos
Our saris are a curated mix of vintage and new, each chosen for its color, craftsmanship, and character—and the possibilities it holds.
How can I purchase a piece?
Find your piece at one of our trunk shows or pop-ups, where you can explore the collection, try on an Amara, and choose the one that feels like you.
Can I return or exchange my purchase?
Each Chand piece is one of a kind. Because of this, all sales are final, with no refunds or exchanges. We encourage you to try on the Amara and take a close look at any piece you’re considering before making your purchase.
How do I care for my piece?
The current collection is made from silk saris. Amara, Anjali, and Mina are dry clean only.
Can you make an Amara from my own sari?
Not yet—we’re working on it. Email us at [email protected] to hear when it’s available.
Chandre · Founder, Chand Collective
A Note from the Founder
It began with the saris.
For years, I looked at the saris my mother and I had collected—chosen with joy, kept carefully and rarely worn—and thought, what if I could make them part of my everyday wardrobe
I began imagining how a sari could become a jacket I’d reach for with jeans, or a piece that made an ordinary day feel a little more special.
The idea of taking a sari beyond its original form isn’t new. What I was looking for was something that felt right for the way I dress now—distinctive, contemporary pieces that could become part of an already well-loved wardrobe.
Chand Collective grew from that wish. It brings together things I’ve always loved: textiles, design, and the pleasure of putting together an outfit that feels like me. I’m building it with care, finding ways for the beauty and craftsmanship of saris to live alongside the clothes we already wear—and creating pieces I hope you’ll make your own.
Because beautiful things take time.
— Chandre
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