EXCLUSIVE AT MR PORTER. Kartik Research's pieces are a testament to Indian textile traditions and craftsmanship. Made by local artisans, this shirt is cut from linen that's hand-loomed in Gujarat and hand-embroidered with Kasuti motifs from Karnataka. Responsible Craftsmanship. This product promotes artisanal skill and brands that invest in communities and adhere to fair-trade principles. Find out more about our Consciously Crafted criteria here.

Kartik Research Camp-Collar Embroidered Cotton Shirt

Preserving traditional Indian techniques is central to everything Kartik Research does. Handcrafted by local artisans, this shirt is decorated with Rabari embroidery from the Kutch region. It's tailored from cotton with a crisp collar and straight hem. Responsible Craftsmanship. This product promotes artisanal skill and brands that invest in communities and adhere to fair-trade principles. Find out more about our Consciously Crafted criteria here.

Kartik Research Embroidered Cotton Shirt

Handcrafted cotton gauze shirt. Stripes throughout. · Open spread collar · Button closure · Patch pocket · Single-button barrel cuffs Supplier color: Ecru/Black

Kartik Research Beige Striped Shirt

Hand-knit cotton cardigan. Distressing throughout. · Rib knit Y-neck, hem, and cuffs · Button closure · Jacquard graphics at front and back hem · Dropped shoulders Supplier color: Brown/White

Kartik Research Brown Distressed Cardigan

Handcrafted silk gauze shirt. Floral pattern printed throughout. · Open spread collar · Button closure · Patch pocket Supplier color: Faded red/Indigo

Kartik Research Red & Beige Print Shirt

Hand-woven cotton gauze shirt. Graphic pattern printed throughout. · Spread collar · Button closure · Patch pocket · Single-button barrel cuffs Supplier color: Ecru/Red/Orange/Yellow

Kartik Research Beige Printed Shirt

Handcrafted semi-sheer linen gauze shirt. · Spread collar · Button closure · Patch pocket · Stripes at hem and cuffs Supplier color: Brown/Gold

Kartik Research Brown Handcrafted Shirt

Handcrafted cotton gauze shirt. Sequins, cutouts, and embroidered detailing throughout. · Open spread collar · Button closure · Patch pocket Supplier color: Ecru/Mirrors

Kartik Research Off-White Sequinned Shirt

Handcrafted knit cotton cardigan. · Laddering at rib knit Y-neck, hem, and cuffs · Button closure · Patch pocket · Dropped shoulders Supplier color: Indigo

Kartik Research Blue Laddering Cardigan

Handcrafted semi-sheer plain-woven cotton shirt. Pinstripes throughout. · Spread collar · Button closure · Faux-pearl and crystal-cut detailing at front · Single-button barrel cuffs Supplier color: White/Blue

Kartik Research Off-White Striped Shirt

Hand-knit cotton cardigan. Distressing and jacquard stripes throughout. · Rib knit Y-neck, hem, and cuffs · Button closure · Dropped shoulders Supplier color: Ecru/Orange/Green/Blue

Kartik Research Beige Distressed Cardigan

Handcrafted plain-woven cotton shirt. Graphic pattern sequinned at front. · Open spread collar · Button closure · Single-button barrel cuffs Supplier color: Moss/Gold/White

Kartik Research Green Sequinned Shirt

Hand-loomed cotton gauze shirt. Check pattern throughout. · Spread collar · Button closure · Patch pocket · Vented side seams · Single-button barrel cuffs · Fringed detailing at back hem Supplier color: Indigo/Ecru

Kartik Research Beige Check Shirt

Handcrafted cotton gauze shirt. Hand-painted floral pattern throughout. · Spread collar · Button closure · Patch pocket · Single-button barrel cuffs Supplier color: Ecru/Pink/Blue

Kartik Research Off-White & Yellow Floral Shirt

Handcrafted linen gauze shirt. Graphic pattern printed throughout. · Open spread collar · Button closure · Patch pocket Supplier color: Navy/Black

Kartik Research Navy & Black Graphic Shirt

Handcrafted cotton dobby cloth shirt. Floral pattern embroidered throughout. · Open spread collar · Button closure · Single-button barrel cuffs Supplier color: Indigo/Violet

Kartik Research Blue Embroidered Shirt

Hand-woven cotton gauze shirt. Hand-embroidered graphics throughout. · Open spread collar · Button closure Supplier color: Blue/Green/Orange

Kartik Research Blue Hand-Embroidered Shirt

Handcrafted cotton gauze shirt. Hand block-printed floral pattern throughout. · Open spread collar · Button closure · Patch pocket Supplier color: Cream/Green

Kartik Research Beige Block-Printed Shirt

Handcrafted cotton gauze polo. · Open spread collar · Vented side seams Supplier color: Mustard

Kartik Research Khaki Open Placket Polo

Handcrafted cotton canvas shirt. · Open spread collar · Button closure · Hand-beaded faux-pearl graphics at hem Supplier color: Sage/Pearl

Kartik Research Green Faux-Pearl Shirt

Handcrafted plain-woven silk shirt. Floral pattern printed throughout. · Paneled construction · Spread collar · Button closure · Single-button barrel cuffs Supplier color: Brown/Yellow/Green

Kartik Research Brown & Yellow Paneled Shirt

Handcrafted knit cotton cardigan. · Laddering at rib knit Y-neck, hem, and cuffs · Button closure · Patch pocket · Jacquard graphic pattern at hem · Dropped shoulders Supplier color: Lavender/White

Kartik Research Purple Jacquard Cardigan

French terry hoodie. Hand-embroidered detailing throughout. · Lettuce edge at hood and hem · Welt pockets · Rib knit cuffs Supplier color: Blue/Red/Yellow

Kartik Research Blue Embroidered Hoodie

Hand-woven cotton gauze shirt. Hand-embroidered graphics throughout. · Open spread collar · Button closure · Single-button barrel cuffs Supplier color: Ecru/Orange/Brown

Kartik Research Beige Hand-Embroidered Shirt

Expert craftspeople at the forefront of their field have a hand in Kartik Research's collections – designer Kartik Kumra travels to diverse regions of India to build strong collaborative relationships. Part of the AW23 collection, this shirt is cut from cotton and hand-embroidered with stitching to enhance the checked pattern. It has a slightly shape that'll pair well with everything. This product was Locally Made. Find out more about our Craftsmanship Code here.

Kartik Research Embroidered Checked Cotton Shirt

Kartik Research aims to preserve traditional craftsmanship by working with local master artisans. Handlooomed in Telangana, India, this shirt is made from lightweight silk-jacquard with zari gold stripes that glimmer under the light. Leave the top two buttons undone for a relaxed look. Responsible Craftsmanship. This product promotes artisanal skill and brands that invest in communities and adhere to fair-trade principles. Find out more about our Consciously Crafted criteria here.

Kartik Research Metallic Silk-Jacquard Shirt

There's beauty in the story behind every piece of Kartik Research clothing. This camp-collar shirt is tailored from silk spun on handlooms by artisans in India and patterned with painterly florals using traditional ajrakh -printing methods. It both looks and feels like a true piece of craftsmanship. This product was Locally Made. Find out more about our Craftsmanship Code here.

Kartik Research Camp-Collar Floral-Print Silk Shirt

Kartik Research's shirt has been hand-embellished in India by local artisans using traditional techniques. Made from cotton on a handloom, the fabric has been naturally garment-dyed and tailored with a neat camp collar. Wear yours with breezy linen trousers. This product was Locally Made from Considered Materials. Find out more about our Craftsmanship Code here.

Kartik Research Camp-Collar Embellished Striped Cotton Shirt

In collaboration with local craftspeople, Kartik Research champions Indian artistry through its contemporary menswear. Cut from pure silk, its shirt is patterned with vibrant florals referencing traditional illustrations. It's outlined by contrast trims along its hem, placket, collar and cuffs. Responsible Craftsmanship. This product promotes artisanal skill and brands that invest in communities and adhere to fair-trade principles. Find out more about our Consciously Crafted criteria here.

Kartik Research Multicolored Printed Silk Shirt

Traditional craftsmanship is at the forefront of Kartik Research's design process, celebrating the skill involved in each item. Made locally to the brand, this shirt is cut from airy linen-gauze and has a floral-print finish achieved through hand-block-printing techniques. Responsible Craftsmanship. This product promotes artisanal skill and brands that invest in communities and adhere to fair-trade principles. Find out more about our Consciously Crafted criteria here.

Kartik Research Printed Linen-Gauze Shirt

Kartik Research's garments are a product of its native India, in spirit and design. Part of its SS24 collection inspired by the nation's trailblazers, this hoodie is crafted from locally sourced cotton and decorated with intricate tiles hand-embroidered by artisans within 20 kilometres of the label's studio. The raw hems add to its DIY feel. Responsible Craftsmanship. This product promotes artisanal skill and brands that invest in communities and adhere to fair-trade principles. Find out more about our Consciously Crafted criteria here.

Kartik Research Embroidered Distressed Cotton-Jersey Hoodie

Kartik Research's Kartik Kumra loves to challenge traditional ideas of masculinity, using delicate embellishments that have been too often overlooked. Part of the SS24 collection, this camp-collar shirt is made from cotton-gauze hand-loomed in New Delhi, India, and intricately beaded with florals at the front and back. Responsible Craftsmanship. This product promotes artisanal skill and brands that invest in communities and adhere to fair-trade principles. Find out more about our Consciously Crafted criteria here.

Kartik Research Camp-Collar Beaded Cotton-Gauze Shirt

If you're looking for clothing that's truly special, you'll appreciate the stories behind Kartik Research; every style is handmade by Indian artisans who take pride in upholding heritage techniques. This shirt is cut from cotton that's block-printed with blue botanical fronds. There's something about the execution of the pattern that makes it feel both understated and evocative. This product was Locally Made. Find out more about our Craftsmanship Code here.

Kartik Research Printed Cotton Shirt

Discovering old craft techniques has become a favourite past time for Kartik Kumra, founder of Kartik Research. Demonstrating the time-honoured skills of local artisans, this shirt is made from pure cotton block-printed by hand with a heart-shaped mosaic. Responsible Craftsmanship. This product promotes artisanal skill and brands that invest in communities and adhere to fair-trade principles. Find out more about our Consciously Crafted criteria here.

Kartik Research's shirt puts a minimalistic spin on classic football styles. It's handmade from cotton that's been garment-dyed and contrast-tipped in white embroidery across the hem and cuffs. This product was Locally Made from Considered Materials. Find out more about our Craftsmanship Code here.

Kartik Research Garment-Dyed Cotton Shirt

Kartik Research is built on the desire to preserve and spotlight centuries-old techniques, so it works closely with Indian artisans to craft its intricate collections. This shirt is made from lustrous silk-velvet that's hand-dyed with abstract roses using a traditional block-printing technique – the jewel tones highlight the fabric's lustrous finish. This product was Locally Made. Find out more about our Craftsmanship Code here.

Kartik Research Floral-Print Silk-Velvet Shirt

Kartik Research works with skilled artisans across India to create its unique collections and foster local craft. This shirt is jacquard-woven from soft cotton yarns and hand-embroidered along the front, sleeves and cuffs with intricate stripes and diamond motifs. Responsible Craftsmanship. This product promotes artisanal skill and brands that invest in communities and adhere to fair-trade principles. Find out more about our Consciously Crafted criteria here.

Kartik Research Embroidered Cotton-Jacquard Shirt

Kartik Research names Maharaja of Indore, Yashwant Rao Holkar II and former Indian cricket captain Sourav Ganguly as inspirations for SS24. This shirt is made from linen-gauze hand-loomed by weavers in Telangana and block-printed with a repeat-leaf motif. Throw it over a ribbed tank top when the summer hits. Responsible Craftsmanship. This product promotes artisanal skill and brands that invest in communities and adhere to fair-trade principles. Find out more about our Consciously Crafted criteria here.

Hand-embellishments like the embroidered and beaded florals on this shirt are a Kartik Research signature. It's made from cotton that's handloomed in Karnataka and tailored with a wide camp collar for a relaxed look. Responsible Craftsmanship. This product promotes artisanal skill and brands that invest in communities and adhere to fair-trade principles. Find out more about our Consciously Crafted criteria here.

Kartik Research Beaded Embroidered Cotton-Jacquard Shirt

Kartik Research's collections spotlight Indian craftsmanship. This polo shirt is cut from soft cotton-jersey for a comfortable fit and hand-appliquéd by local artisans using a traditional kantha technique. This product was Locally Made. Find out more about our Craftsmanship Code here.

Kartik Research Logo-Appliquéd Cotton-Jersey Half-Zip Polo Shirt

EXCLUSIVE AT MR PORTER. Kartik Research's collections celebrate the very best of traditional Indian craftsmanship. Made from cotton, this shirt is designed for a relaxed fit with boxy short sleeves. The unique pattern was neatly embroidered by hand. This product was Locally Made. Find out more about our Craftsmanship Code here.

Kartik Research Throwing Fits Embroidered Cotton Shirt

The rich handwork in Kartik Research's collections is the result of strong relationships with master craftspeople in every Indian state. Cut from cotton, this shirt is embroidered with raised marigolds in flame-red and orange hues, with seed beads forming the middle of each flower. It has a relaxed, camp-collar shape to allow focus on the decoration. This product was Locally Made. Find out more about our Craftsmanship Code here.

Kartik Research Camp-Collar Embellished Embroidered Cotton Shirt

EXCLUSIVE AT MR PORTER. The podcasters at Throwing Fits are big fans of Kartik Research, which works with artisans across India that specialise in traditional techniques passed down through the generations. From their collaborative collection, this shirt is cut from breathable, hand-loomed cotton and embroidered with broken stripes. This product was Locally Made. Find out more about our Craftsmanship Code here.

The preservation and celebration of traditional Indian craftsmanship sits at the core of Kartik Research, the brand works with skilled artisans from across the country who intricately handcraft each piece. This camp-collar shirt is made from naturally lightweight, breathable cotton and jacquard-woven with intricate stripes. This product was Locally Made. Find out more about our Craftsmanship Code here.

Kartik Research Camp-Collar Cotton-Jacquard Shirt

The creative style of India underscores Kartik Research's collections. Made from striped cotton handloomed in Bengal, this shirt is detailed with intricate bead, crystal and faux-pearl embellishments along the front yoke. Responsible Craftsmanship. This product promotes artisanal skill and brands that invest in communities and adhere to fair-trade principles. Find out more about our Consciously Crafted criteria here.

Kartik Research Embellished Striped Cotton Shirt

EXCLUSIVE AT MR PORTER. Designed in collaboration with Small Talk Studio, Karu Research's shirt is block-printed with palms by local artisans using natural dyes. It's made from lightweight linen and designed for a slouchy fit. This product was Locally Made from Considered Materials. Find out more about our Craftsmanship Code here.

Kartik Research Small Talk Studio Camp-Collar Printed Linen Shirt

Kartik Research's shirt has been hand-embellished in India by local artisans using traditional techniques. Made from cotton-jacquard on a handloom, the fabric has been naturally garment-dyed and tailored with a neat camp collar. Wear yours with breezy linen trousers. This product was Locally Made from Considered Materials. Find out more about our Craftsmanship Code here.

Kartik Research Camp-Collar Embellished Cotton-Jacquard Shirt

Kartik Research looks to the unapologetic style of its native India for SS24. This shirt is made from cotton that's hand-loomed in Bengal and jacquard-woven with a diamond-style herringbone pattern. It's finished with embroidered vivid florals with bead embellishments at each centre. Responsible Craftsmanship. This product promotes artisanal skill and brands that invest in communities and adhere to fair-trade principles. Find out more about our Consciously Crafted criteria here.

Kartik Research Camp-Collar Embellished Embroidered Cotton-Jacquard Shirt

Kartik Research works with artisans in India to help preserve traditional craftsmanship. This shirt is cut from cotton and embroidered and beaded by hand with an intricate floral motif. The bespoke nature of each piece means no two styles are quite the same. This product was Locally Made. Find out more about our Craftsmanship Code here.

Kartik Research's commitment to Indian craft and artisanship is what makes the label so unique. Tailored at the brand's dedicated production unit, this shirt is cut from cotton-gauze and flecked with light-catching, mirrored sequins. Responsible Craftsmanship. This product promotes artisanal skill and brands that invest in communities and adhere to fair-trade principles. Find out more about our Consciously Crafted criteria here.

Kartik Research Camp-Collar Embellished Cotton-Gauze Shirt

EXCLUSIVE AT MR PORTER. Kartik Research's collections preserve rich handwork by Indian artisans of the highest skill. Made in partnership with the culture and style podcast Throwing Fits ; this shirt is cut from premium cotton in a relaxed shape. The twisting marigold pattern is artisanally block-printed in the deepest shade of red. This product was Locally Made. Find out more about our Craftsmanship Code here.

Kartik Research Throwing Fits Printed Cotton Shirt

Working with Indian artisans, Kartik Research's collections are crafted using traditional techniques dating back centuries. This breezy shirt is made from linen-gauze that's handloomed in Bengal and woven with metallic threads and stripes along the hem. Responsible Craftsmanship. This product promotes artisanal skill and brands that invest in communities and adhere to fair-trade principles. Find out more about our Consciously Crafted criteria here.

Kartik Research Contrast-Tipped Linen-Gauze Shirt

The master Indian craftspeople responsible for Kartik Research's collections employ time-honoured techniques to create every style. Designed with a relaxed camp collar, this shirt is made from lightweight cotton and printed with orange and tan leaves. Zoom in to appreciate the quiet artistry. This product was Locally Made. Find out more about our Craftsmanship Code here.

Kartik Research Camp-Collar Printed Cotton Shirt

New Delhi-based Kartik Research works with Indian artisans to promote and support local craftsmanship. A fine example, this shirt is hand-loomed from silk and patterned using a heritage ajrakh block-printing technique. This product was Locally Made from Considered Materials. Find out more about our Craftsmanship Code here.

Kartik Research Camp-Collar Hand-Dyed Silk Shirt

Kartik Research works with master craftspeople in India, including expert natural dyers from Karnataka and Odisha. Made using 'Ajrakh'; a unique form of blockprinting, this camp-collar shirt is cut from lightweight, hand-loomed cotton and fastens with natural horn buttons. This product was Locally Made from Considered Materials. Find out more about our Craftsmanship Code here.

Diligent artisans in India are responsible for the meticulous finish of Kartik Research's clothing. This 'Zari' shirt is cut from airy linen-gauze patterned with checks. Zoom in and you'll notice they're actually intricately woven with metallic threads. This product was Locally Made from Considered Materials. Find out more about our Craftsmanship Code here.

Kartik ResearchPrinted Linen-Gauze Shirt

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Kartik Research Printed Linen-Gauze Shirt