Stylist’s Own
An ode to second-hand style in Goa, by Neesha Tulsi Champaneria and Marie Schuller.
Most fashion stories don’t feature carabiners galore, Indian flags worn as makeshift tops or upcycled high heels created from Vibram running shoes but this isn’t just any editorial.
Taken from HUNGER’s Future Issue, stylist (and DIY diva) Neesha Tulsi Champaneria travelled to Goa with photographer Marie Schuller for a “no new clothes” shoot featuring secondhand garments and fabrics from the local markets, as well as the odd item from her grandmother’s house…
SANJEEVANI wears a dress from Islamic Relief customised with waste fabrics from Palolem Market. Sheer stocking, worn as scarf, is made from repurposed materials by RACHEL OWEN.
SANJEEVANI wears a sustainably designed jumpsuit by BRIAN MC LYSAGHT and reusable bags and mask from Palolem Market in Goa. Her socks are made from deadstock from Ridley Road Market and her shoes are from Goodwill Thrift Store in LA. Bike decorations are from Palolem Market and stylist Neesha’s archive.
SANJEEVANI wears a shirt owned by stylist Neesha’s dad, customised with secondhand earrings from a selection of charity shops. She also wears red fabric, borrowed from set designer Ashleigh Halliburton, and customised, secondhand jeans by RACHEL OWEN. Her sunglasses are ROBERTO CAVALLI, found surplus in
TK MAXX circa 2003.
RAHUL wears a selection of secondhand t-shirts and shorts from Palolem Market and trousers from Goodwill Thrift Store in LA. His glove-shaped bag is made from upcycled materials by PHLEGM BAGS and his sandals are from Palolem Market.
RAHUL wears a top from Princess May Car Boot Sale and upcycled trousers by AHLUWALIA STUDIO. His carabiners are from stylist Neesha’s grandmother’s house and his scarf and sandals are from Palolem Market.
RAHUL wears a borrowed shirt from Prakash’s Laundry in Goa, worn over customised sleeves from Ansari Welfare Trust in Bradford. His jeans are from PDSA and his shoes are made sustainably by HELEN KIRKUM and MATTHEW NEEDHAM. Jewels, carabiners and charms are sourced from charity shops and a selection of found objects from stylist Neesha’s grandmother’s house.
SANJEEVANI wears vintage CHRISTIAN LACROIX from Rellik and a denim skirt from PDSA. Her bandana is from Palolem Market and her belt is from Cat’s Protection in Bradford and embellished with earrings from Islamic Relief and carabiners from Neesha’s grandmother’s house.
RAHUL wears shirts from PDSA, a vintage cummerbund from Beyond Retro and vintage pyjamas from Rellik. His socks are from stylist Neesha’s archive and his jewellery, carabiners and charms are sourced from Palolem Market, Neesha’s grandmothers house and the hotel key charm from Embassy Hotel Panjim.
SANJEEVANI wears a dress from Islamic Relief, customised with waste fabrics from Palolem Market and her jeans are from CPotential. Vintage sunglasses from Rellik and bracelets from Islamic Relief.
SANJEEVANI wears a bralet, consciously crafted with natural fabrics, by MARIEYAT. Her leggings are from North London Hospice Charity Shop and her trousers are from Islamic Relief in Bradford.
Her earrings are from Palolem Market and her shoes are made sustainably by HELEN KIRKUM and MATTHEW NEEDHAM.
PhotographyMARIE SCHULLER
Stylist, hair and make-upNEESHA TULSI CHAMPANERIA
Production designNEESHA TULSI CHAMPANERIA and MARIE SCHULLER
ModelsRAHUL at AMINA CREATIVES MUMBAI and SANJEEVANI at FEAT. ARTISTS MUMBAI
Sspecial thanksBINA and RAVI PRABHU, BINKA, YOYO, LOUIS, BEAN, BAR SANTARITA, HOTEL EMBASSY and AMRITA GURU COLD DRINKS
