Karin Gardiner, Ruby Star Traders' owner and founder, has been travelling to India since 1996 and personally selects only those products which satisfy her discerning eye.

Karin collaborates on product ranges exclusively for Ruby Star Traders, applying traditional Indian crafts to create her signature look that is both bohemian and contemporary.

Where possible, Ruby Star Traders purchases from the traditional craft regions in India, where our products are produced by craftsmen working in traditional workshops. Purchasing in this way not only helps local craftsmen keep their skills alive, but it also helps create a steady source of income for families in these regions.