Presents
Soft Power
SS 26 / 27
Where heritage meets the horizon
The Label
Where heritage meets innovation
Shantalla was born from a vision to redefine modern luxury. To bridge the gap between high-end fashion and everyday wear by creating pieces that are purposeful, timeless, and designed for real life. Inspired by Indian heritage, Shantalla is a celebration of craftsmanship, cultural depth, and values rooted in tradition.
At Shantalla, we don't chase fast fashion or mass appeal. We curate and craft distinctive, statement-driven pieces that naturally stand out. Our designs are expressive, intentional, and created for individuals who want their presence to speak before they do.
Sustainability, innovation, and inclusivity are woven through everything we create; from responsible sourcing to science-led garment engineering, delivering luxury that honours both people and planet.
Purposeful Sustainability
Sustainability is embedded in every decision — from sourcing responsible materials to designing garments that last.
Cultural Heritage
Rooted in Indian heritage, honouring tradition, artistry, and the story behind every piece.
Intelligent Design
Combining science and style — using advanced fabric technology and premium sustainable textiles.
Inclusive Empowerment
Designed for every body — celebrating individuality, movement, and personal identity.
The Debut Collection
A declaration of quiet strength
Soft Power is the debut collection for Shantalla — a conscious luxury label rooted in quiet confidence, intentional design, and embodied strength. This collection introduces Shantalla not as a trend-led fashion brand, but as a philosophy: power that is worn softly, expressed through movement, restraint, and presence.
Soft Power speaks to the woman and man who do not perform strength — they embody it. The collection is designed for bodies in motion and minds in alignment. Every silhouette is intentional, every fabric considered, every detail restrained.
Rooted in Indian heritage and inspired by the tidelines of Australia's coasts, this collection channels the quiet strength of identity into wearable art. The ombré gradients mirror the ocean's horizon at dawn; the burnout velvets echo the layered textures of ancestral Indian textiles. The gold S-buckle is not merely hardware — it is a seal of self, a reminder that softness is strength, and that the most powerful force in fashion is authenticity.
Every piece is crafted from sustainable fabrics — recycled nylon, organic cotton, linen-TENCEL blends, and cupro satin — because true power leaves a gentle footprint. The palette is elemental and grounded: teal for depth and intuition, ivory for calm and purity, berry for strength and sensuality, and gold for warmth and heritage.
Strength. Presence. Stillness. Movement.
The Collection in Motion
Womenswear
The Collection
S01 — Periwinkle
Classic Bodysuit
Periwinkle
A sculpting second-skin bodysuit in soft periwinkle with seamlessly integrated thin straps and a deep, open back. The high-cut leg and smooth recycled nylon fabric create a silhouette that is both powerful and effortlessly elegant. Styled here with the Coastal Sunrise ombre sarong wrap and gold S-buckle at the hip. Gold S-logo at the centre back.
Fabric — Recycled Nylon / Elastane
S01 — Bright Lime Yellow
Classic Bodysuit
Bright Lime Yellow
The same sculpting silhouette reimagined in bright lime yellow — a vivid, energetic colour inspired by turmeric, sunlight, and ancestral healing traditions. Seamlessly integrated thin straps flow into the body, with a deep open back and high-cut leg. Styled here with the Reverse Twilight ombre sarong wrap and gold S-buckle. Gold S-logo at the centre back.
Fabric — Recycled Nylon / Elastane
S02 — Brown Bark
One-Shoulder Bodysuit
Brown Bark
An asymmetric one-shoulder bodysuit in deep cocoa brown bark — the same design as the pearled ivory version, reimagined in a rich earth tone. The signature gold S-buckle sits directly on the bare shoulder, where the brown fabric is stitched into the hardware — a statement of craftsmanship. Low-cut back with sculpted fit.
Fabric — Recycled Nylon / Elastane
S03 — Ultra Pink
Tankini 2-Piece
Ultra Pink
A joyful two-piece set in vibrant ultra pink. The ruffled chiffon top features spaghetti straps, a front slit down the centre, and a small round domed gold button with an embossed S — delicate and refined. Paired with a sculpting bikini bottom for confident resort style.
Fabric — Recycled Nylon / Chiffon Overlay
S06 — Tideline Stack Ombré
Cowl-Neck Backless Dress
Tideline Stack Ombré
A short cowl-neck dress with an open backless design in the Tideline Stack ombré — soft baby blue fading into creamy limoncello yellow then warm olive stone. Cupro satin fabric creates a liquid drape that catches light with every movement.
Fabric — Cupro Satin
S07 — Saffron Bloom Ombré
Hero Kaftan
Saffron Bloom Ombré
The collection's hero piece — a flowing kaftan with deep V-neck and dramatic wide sleeves that drape with effortless elegance. The Saffron Bloom ombré transitions from rich saffron gold through warm pastel yellow to soft mint green. A matching saffron yellow fabric belt with a gold S-buckle woven into the textile cinches the waist.
Fabric — Sheer Chiffon
S08 — Healing Yellow
Bodycon Dress
Healing Yellow
A body-hugging bodycon dress in warm healing yellow with completely smooth, sleek recycled nylon fabric — no ribbing, no texture, just a sculpting second-skin finish. Adjustable straps, built-in support, and a side slit above the knee. Every curve celebrated with confidence and warmth.
Fabric — Recycled Nylon / Elastane
S09 — Transformative Teal / Healing Yellow
Burnout Velvet Dress
Transformative Teal & Gold
A one-shoulder dress in deep transformative teal with a healing yellow burnout velvet pattern revealing champagne gold underneath. A sheer chiffon overlay circles the neck and flows down the front, creating dramatic movement. The most theatrical piece in the collection.
Fabric — Burnout Velvet / Chiffon Overlay
S09 — Brown Bark / Healing Yellow
Burnout Velvet Dress
Brown Bark & Gold
The same dramatic one-shoulder silhouette in rich brown bark with the healing yellow burnout pattern. The chiffon overlay circles the neck and cascades down the front. Warm, earthy, and undeniably powerful.
Fabric — Burnout Velvet / Chiffon Overlay
Styling Options
Ways to Wear
S04 — Jelly Mint + Coastal Sunrise
Hybrid Sculpt Corset
Jelly Mint — Styled with Saree Wrap
A strapless corset top in soft jelly mint with visible boning and eyelets, paired with the Coastal Sunrise ombre SilkFlow wrap draped as a traditional saree. The gold S-buckle cinches the wrap at the waist — a fusion of South Asian heritage and modern structure.
Fabric — Recycled Nylon / Chiffon Wrap
S04 — Brown Bark + Reverse Twilight
Hybrid Sculpt Corset
Brown Bark — Styled with Wrap Skirt
The strapless corset in deep brown bark paired with the Reverse Twilight ombre wrap tied as a flowing skirt. The gold S-buckle secures the wrap at the hip, demonstrating the collection's versatility — one garment, endless possibilities.
Fabric — Recycled Nylon / Chiffon Wrap
S05 — Pearled Ivory + Coastal Sunrise
Twisted Grace Bodysuit
Pearled Ivory — Styled with Saree Wrap
A long-sleeved bodysuit in pearled ivory with a deep V-neckline and central twist bow detail at the bust — no chest branding, just clean ivory fabric. Styled here with the Coastal Sunrise ombre wrap draped as a flowing saree, secured with the gold S-buckle — grace meeting cultural reverence.
Fabric — Recycled Nylon / Chiffon Wrap
S01 — Periwinkle + Coastal Sunrise
Classic Bodysuit + Wide-Leg Trousers
Periwinkle + White Linen
The periwinkle bodysuit styled with elegant wide-leg white linen trousers for a sophisticated resort-chic look. The seamlessly integrated thin straps and smooth sculpting fabric pair beautifully with the relaxed drape of the trousers — proving the bodysuit transitions effortlessly from beach to bar.
Fabric — Recycled Nylon / Chiffon Wrap
S02 + S016 — Pearled Ivory + Reverse Twilight
One-Shoulder Bodysuit + Wrap Skirt
Pearled Ivory + Reverse Twilight
The one-shoulder bodysuit in pearled ivory with the gold S-buckle on the shoulder, paired with the Reverse Twilight ombre wrap as a flowing skirt. The warm cocoa-to-plum gradient creates a stunning contrast against the ivory body.
Fabric — Recycled Nylon / Chiffon Wrap
Menswear
For Him
S010 — Coastal Sunrise Ombré
Coastal Sunrise Shirt
Coastal Sunrise Ombré
A relaxed camp-collar shirt in the Coastal Sunrise ombré — sky blue fading into fresh mint green then warm sunlit yellow. Linen-TENCEL blend with natural drape for effortless resort luxury.
Fabric — Linen / TENCEL Blend
S011 + S014 — Brown Bark + Rustic Caramel
Brown Bark Shorts & Rustic Caramel Shirt
Earth Tones
Organic cotton shorts in rich brown bark paired with a linen-TENCEL shirt in warm rustic caramel. Elasticated waistband with drawstrings for relaxed luxury. A complete resort outfit grounded in earth and warmth.
Fabric — Organic Cotton / Linen-TENCEL
S012 + S015 — Pearled Ivory
Pearled Ivory Trousers & Shirt
Pearled Ivory
A complete monochrome look in pearled ivory — relaxed linen-TENCEL trousers with elasticated waistband paired with a matching short-sleeve button-down. Clean, luxurious, and powerfully understated.
Fabric — Linen / TENCEL Blend
Accessories
The Finishing Touch
S013 — Coastal Sunrise Ombré
SilkFlow Wrap Scarf
Coastal Sunrise Ombré
A large rectangular scarf in the Coastal Sunrise ombré with beaded tassels at the corners. Sheer chiffon that floats like a whisper — worn as a scarf, a saree, a skirt, or a wrap. The most versatile piece in the collection.
Fabric — Sheer Chiffon
S016 — Reverse Twilight Ombré
SilkFlow Wrap Scarf
Reverse Twilight Ombré
The same versatile silhouette in the Reverse Twilight ombré — warm cocoa brown fading into muted mauve dusk then soft twilight plum. Beaded tassels add weight and movement. A piece that transforms with every styling.
Fabric — Sheer Chiffon
ACC — Gold
Signature S Buckle
18K Gold-Plated
The iconic Shantalla S buckle — sold separately as a statement accessory. A large, luxurious gold-plated S-shaped buckle in flowing cursive form. Wear it as a belt buckle, a scarf clasp, or a brooch. The seal of Soft Power.
Fabric — 18K Gold-Plated Metal
ACC — Gold
Mini S Buckle
18K Gold-Plated
A petite version of the signature S buckle — sold separately. The same flowing cursive S shape scaled down for delicate accents. Perfect as a scarf pin, a lapel accent, or a garment clasp. Small but unmistakably Shantalla.
Fabric — 18K Gold-Plated Metal
The Visionary
Meet Sha
Sha Suresh
Founder & Creative Director
Sha is the founder and creative director of Shantalla. With a deep connection to her Indian heritage and a life shaped by the Australian coastline, Sha envisioned a brand that would honour tradition while pushing the boundaries of modern luxury.
Sha's design philosophy is rooted in quiet power. The belief that true strength does not need to shout. Every Shantalla piece reflects her commitment to purposeful sustainability, cultural craftsmanship, and intelligent design. She combines science-led fabric technology with the artistry of Indian textile traditions, creating garments that are as intentional as they are beautiful.
For Sha, fashion is not about trends, it is about identity, presence, and the courage to stand apart. Shantalla is her invitation to the world: to wear softness as strength, and to let your presence speak before you do.
"Wear softness as strength."
— Sha