ELARA ETELIER
BY H.K

Elara Etelier by H.K. — couture, occasionwear and everyday Indian dressing, made by hand in Delhi

About Elara Etelier

Elara Etelier by H.K. — also written Elara Atelier, Elara HK or Elara by H.K. — is the couture label of designer Harneet Kaur, based in New Delhi. From everyday kurtis and tailored suits to contemporary dresses, elevated occasionwear and exceptionally elaborate bridal and couture creations, every piece is designed with the same attention to detail, craftsmanship and individuality.

This website is a catalogue of our work and creative capability — a glimpse into what we have created and the extent to which we can take a garment, from its silhouette and construction to its embroidery, embellishment and finishing. The pieces showcased here represent our body of work and are intended to demonstrate the craftsmanship and possibilities of the atelier.

The garments featured on this website are not offered for sale as displayed. They are a curated presentation of our past creations and serve as a portfolio of the work we have produced. Each new piece is conceived and created individually, according to the client, occasion and vision.

What is made here

  • Everyday Indian essentials — refined kurtis, coordinated sets and understated separates for effortless daily dressing.
  • Contemporary occasionwear — sophisticated suits, shararas, anarkalis and ensembles crafted for intimate gatherings and special occasions.
  • Festive and celebratory dressing — elevated silhouettes with intricate detailing, embroidery and embellishment for every festive celebration.
  • Sangeet, Mehndi & Haldi — expressive, lighter-weight ensembles designed for movement, celebration and modern wedding festivities.
  • Cocktail & eveningwear — statement dresses, gowns and contemporary creations ranging from elegantly restrained to exceptionally dramatic.
  • Reception & formalwear — sophisticated gowns, lehengas and couture silhouettes designed for grand evenings and formal occasions.
  • Bridal couture — bespoke bridal lehengas and wedding ensembles featuring hand embroidery, zardozi, dabka, sequins and intricate artisanal craftsmanship.
  • Trousseau & wedding wardrobes — thoughtfully curated pieces spanning the many celebrations surrounding a wedding, from intimate ceremonies to grand occasions.
  • Bespoke couture — entirely personalised creations, developed from concept to completion around the wearer, occasion and vision.

From the everyday to the extraordinary — if it can be envisioned, it can be created at the Elara Etelier.

See the collections or commission something of your own.

Collection pieces & customisation

The pieces shown in our collections are showcase creations, presented to illustrate the breadth of what our atelier can create. They are not available for direct purchase and serve as a reference for our craftsmanship and design capabilities.

Every order is developed with you. Fabric, colour, embroidery, silhouette and other details may be refined during the sampling stage. Once the selected fabric and embroidery are finalised, we share a sample by photograph or invite you to view it at the atelier. Changes can be made freely at this stage. Once the sample is approved, production begins and further changes cannot be made.

How long it takes

A bridal commission runs ten to fourteen weeks from first sketch to final fitting, depending on how dense the embroidery is. Occasionwear and everyday pieces take two to four weeks.

Appointments

The atelier receives by appointment only. First conversations can happen over WhatsApp before anyone travels. Enquire here.

Questions we are asked most

Are the pieces on this website for sale?

Not as displayed. The site is a portfolio of work already made, shown to give a sense of what the atelier can do. Each new garment is conceived individually around the client, the occasion and the vision — a piece here can be the starting point for yours.

Is Elara Etelier the same as Elara Atelier?

Yes. The label is spelled Elara Etelier by H.K., and it is often written Elara Atelier, Elara HK or Elara by H.K. All of them refer to the same couture house in New Delhi, founded by designer Harneet Kaur, at elarabyhk.com.

Who is the designer behind Elara Etelier?

Harneet Kaur. She founded Elara Etelier by H.K. in New Delhi and designs every piece herself, working with a small team of karigars on the hand embroidery.

How long does a bridal commission take?

Ten to fourteen weeks from the first sketch to the final fitting, depending on the density of the hand embroidery. Occasionwear and everyday pieces take two to four weeks. Brides marrying in the winter season are asked to begin by late summer.

Where is Elara Etelier based?

The atelier is in New Delhi and receives clients from across Delhi NCR, including Gurugram and Noida. Appointments are made in advance, and first conversations can be held over WhatsApp before anyone travels.

What does a bridal commission cost?

It depends on the fabric, the hours of handwork and the scale of the ensemble, so each commission is quoted individually. Enquire about any piece from our collections and speak directly with the designer, H.K., to discuss your requirements and begin your commission.

Do you work with brides worldwide?

Yes — we work with brides across the globe, with consultations and commissions undertaken remotely and garments delivered internationally. About Harneet Kaur · inside the Etelier.

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