The Kochi-Muziris Biennale is finally here. The streets of Fort Kochi are buzzing, the galleries are open, and the world has descended upon our beautiful coastal city. But if you are visiting for the first time (or even the fifth), there is one thing you might have underestimated: The Humidity.
As you walk from Aspinwall House to Pepper House, navigating historic alleys and sun-drenched courtyards, you realize that your outfit needs to do two things: it needs to breathe, and it needs to belong.
At House of Vandy, we believe fashion is the first layer of art you engage with. That’s why we curated the "By Vandy Biennale Edit"—a collection designed specifically for the art wanderer.
1. The "Wearable Art" Philosophy The Biennale is a celebration of creativity, heritage, and storytelling. Why should your clothes be any different? Our "By Vandy" collection features hand-block prints and artisanal embroidery that mirror the textures you’ll see in our store.
Recommendation: Look for our "Fray and Flower" series. The raw edges and delicate embroidery embrace the wabi-sabi (imperfect beauty) aesthetic that many artists explore this year.
2. Surviving the Kochi Sun Let’s be practical. You will be walking. A lot. Synthetics are your enemy here. You need fabrics that allow the sea breeze to touch your skin.
Recommendation: Our Mul Cotton Dresses and Linen Co-ord Sets are engineered for airflow. The Boho Long Jacket & Bralette set gives you the option to layer down when the afternoon heat hits, and layer up for a breezy ferry ride back to Ernakulam.
3. From Gallery to Gala One of the best parts of the Biennale is the spontaneous transition from a dusty art walk to a chic evening dinner at a colonial cafe. You need an outfit that works for both.
Recommendation: The Scarlet Power Set or the Sunshine Waistcoat. Paired with comfortable sneakers, it’s perfect for exploring. Swap the sneakers for strappy sandals, add some Tribe Amrapali silver, and you are ready for the evening soirées.
4. A Souvenir You Can Wear Forget the fridge magnets. The best souvenir from Kochi is a garment that carries the soul of the place. Our in-house label, By Vandy, is designed and crafted right here in Kerala/India. When you take a piece home, you are taking a piece of our story—our "tropical modernism"—with you.
Visit Us. We are located right in Fort Kochi. Stop by to curate your Biennale wardrobe, cool down in our store, and chat with us about the must-see installations.
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