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Nari - The South Asian Vault
Brand Overview
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Name Meaning: “Nari” translates to “woman” in several South Asian languages, emphasizing femininity, grace, and strength.
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Inspiration: Deeply rooted in South Asian culture, especially the bindi, symbolizing tradition, identity, and empowerment.
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Product Line: Focus on contemporary ethnic fashion, blending modern silhouettes with traditional motifs and textiles.

Concept
A symbolic and physical 'vault' representing the rich cultural heritage of South Asian fashion, curated and preserved for a modern, global audience.
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Design Interpretation:
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A metaphorical archive of timeless styles, craft techniques, and indigenous stories.
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The bindi acts as a central motif—both a visual cue and philosophical anchor.
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Bindi as Central Identity
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Visual Identity:
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Brand logo incorporates a dot motif resembling a bindi.
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Packaging, tags, and brand stationery subtly reference the shape, color, and position of a traditional bindi.
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Symbolic Meaning:
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The bindi as a third eye – wisdom, inner vision, and strength.
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A mark of individuality, culture, and womanhood.
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Adaptability:
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Used across prints, embellishments, and accessories in varying sizes and placements.
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Gray Owl’s Concept Design Contributions
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Brand Space Design:
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Retail experience designed like a vault or gallery, with garments showcased as cultural artifacts.
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Color palette: Deep reds, ochres, and metallics — echoing traditional bindi colors and temple jewelry.
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Visual Merchandising:
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Displays curated in circular layouts, reflecting the bindi’s shape.
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Traditional objects (mirrors, kumkum pots, brass elements) used to enhance storytelling.
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Packaging & Collaterals:
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Circular tags, embossed boxes, and reusable cloth wraps stamped with a signature dot.
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Story cards with origins of each design, artisan involvement, and cultural references.
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