New Delhi, March 26 -- After a gap of six years, Nikasha Tawadey Khemka, founder of the label Nikasha, will be back on the runway to showcase her latest collection, Mahboob, as part of the ongoing Lakme Fashion Week x FDCI in Mumbai.

The collection, which includes cape sets, dhoti saris and draped gowns-all in Khadi-will be presented on 27 March. "This handwoven fabric offers so much versatility, style," she says. "It keeps the heritage of the country alive and is also a symbol of deep patience."

In an interview with Lounge, she talks about the collection and Khadi's potential in modern-day fashion. Edited excerpts:

Life has been a sort of bumpy ride these past few years. It wasn't meant to be such a long break but I was going through ...