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  • Delhi set to take the catwalk as Lakmē Fashion Week turns 25 in style

    Delhi set to take the catwalk as Lakmē Fashion Week turns 25 in style

    MUMBAI: Delhi, dust off your heels the runway is calling. Lakmē Fashion Week x FDCI is strutting back to the capital for its 25th anniversary showcase, scheduled from 8 to 12 October 2025 at The Grand, Vasant Kunj. Fresh off a glittering Mumbai edition earlier this year, which kicked off the silver jubilee celebrations, the spotlight now shifts to Delhi long regarded as India’s fashion nerve centre. Over the past quarter century, Lakmē Fashion Week has been more than just sequins and spotlight; it has launched careers, celebrated craft, and built India’s identity in the global style playbook.

    With its bi-annual format across Mumbai and Delhi, the platform powered by Lakmē, Reliance Brands Ltd., and the Fashion Design Council of India (FDCI) has been a springboard for iconic names while staying committed to sustainability, diversity, and innovation.

    “Each edition serves as a catalyst for the industry setting benchmarks, launching talent, and reimagining what fashion can be,” said Lakmē India VP Sunanda Khaitan hinting at a season where heritage will meet futuristic ideas.

    For Reliance Brands’ Group VP Jaspreet Chandok, Delhi offers the perfect stage: “With every edition, we aim to elevate the experience not just as a runway, but as a cultural moment.”

    Echoing the sentiment FDCI chairman Sunil Sethi framed the October showcase as both a celebration and a business opportunity: “Our endeavour is to empower designers, open new markets, and drive engagement between creativity and commerce. This edition will spotlight India’s craft, innovation, and diversity.”

    The fashion week’s legacy is undeniable. Since its inception, it has championed India’s handloom weavers and artisans, while opening global markets for contemporary designers. With over two decades of influence and a growing list of international collaborations, its catwalks have been as much about commerce as couture.

    Final details spanning designer line-ups, collabs, and headline shows remain under wraps, but one thing is certain: come October, Delhi will be where heritage and haute couture collide, and the runway will be louder than Diwali fireworks.

  • Pearl Academy students ‘find themselves’ on Lakmé runway, Ikigai gets a catwalk makeover

    Pearl Academy students ‘find themselves’ on Lakmé runway, Ikigai gets a catwalk makeover

    MUMBAI: Pearl Academy, in partnership  with the Fashion Design Council of India (FDCI), unleashed “First Cut” at Lakmé Fashion Week X FDCI, a student showcase. Inspired by the Japanese concept of Ikigai – the secret sauce to a long and happy life, apparently – the students didn’t just walk the runway; they strutted through the existential.

    This wasn’t your run-of-the-mill frock parade. Oh no, this was a deep dive into the emotional vortex of today’s youth, a sartorial therapy session if you will. The Ikigai pillars – passion, mission, vocation, and profession – were translated into four thematic acts, each a chapter in a style-driven self-help manual.

    “Make Nothing from Scratches” (passion) saw deadstock fabrics resurrected into rebellious silhouettes, proving that one person’s trash is another’s avant-garde treasure. “Juxtapose” (success) threw a curveball at conventional achievement, blending layers like a fashion smoothie gone wild. “Reimagine” (purpose) gave Indian pattern-cutting a global glow-up, marrying heritage with high-street swagger. And “Love is Blind” (love) was a technicolour celebration of connection, from digital dalliances to mature musings.

    FDCI chairman Sunil Sethi waxed eloquent  about nurturing young talent, stating, “Fashion was an evolving dialogue, and this showcase allowed students to engage with its transformative power.” Indeed, this wasn’t just about pretty clothes; it was about provoking thought, sparking conversation, and maybe, just maybe, finding oneself amidst the sequins and stilettos.

    Pearl Academy students, collaborating like a well-oiled fashion machine, proved that they’re not just learning the ropes; they’re rewriting the rulebook. With past themes tackling everything from post-pandemic blues to lunar landings, this year’s inward gaze was a refreshing twist. “First Cut” wasn’t just a show; it was a statement, a reflection, and a wink to the ever-evolving nature of identity. In a world spinning faster than a runway model, these students showed us that fashion can be a map to finding yourself, one stitch at a time.

  • Goyal’s Pivot spins heads at Lakmé Fashion Week, a sartorial butterfly effect

    Goyal’s Pivot spins heads at Lakmé Fashion Week, a sartorial butterfly effect

    MUMBAI: Somya Goyal’s Pivot collection, a veritable fashion fandango, pirouetted its way to victory at Lakmé Fashion Week, bagging the “Nexa Presents The Spotlight” award. Goyal, a design dynamo fresh from Pearl Academy and Central Saint Martins, London, showcased a collection that wasn’t just clothes; it was a manifesto on metamorphosis.

    Inspired by the butterfly effect – that tiny flap of wings causing a style tsunami – Goyal’s designs were a masterclass in versatility. Reversible silhouettes flirted with modular constructions, while gradient dyeing techniques painted the runway like a psychedelic sunset. Her 3D cord hand embroidery added a tactile kick, and colour-changing details kept the audience guessing, proving that this designer doesn’t just follow the beat, she remixes the entire track.

    Goyal, who launched her eponymous label in 2019, is a champion of sustainable chic, favouring natural and recycled fabrics. Her “Pivot” collection, however, was a bold experiment in reinvention, with garments that morphed and moved like a well-choreographed dance. “I wanted to explore how even the smallest design decisions can create a ripple effect,” she said, “transforming not just garments but the way we perceive fashion itself. The collection is a dialogue between precision and evolution—where modularity, reversibility, and fluid craftsmanship redefine versatility. For me, fashion is never static; it’ s an ever-changing expression, and Pivot is a  testament to that constant transformation.”

    “We are honoured to support initiatives such as ‘Nexa  e Vitara  Presents the Spotlight,’ which not only recognizes and celebrates emerging design talent, but also fosters innovation within the fashion industry. This season’ s theme has provided designers with a unique opportunity to explore the profound intersection of emotion, creativity, and storytelling through fashion. Somya Goyal has masterfully embodied the spirit of this theme with a bold and visionary collection,” said  Maruti Suzuki India senior executive officer marketing & sales Partho Banerjee.

    Meanwhile FDCI chairman Sunil Sethi stated, “We were impressed by the diverse and innovative presentations from participants nationwide, with Pivot by Somya Goyal’s showcase, particularly catching our attention.”

    In essence, Goyal’s “Pivot” wasn’t just a collection; it was a wink and a nudge to the ever-evolving nature of style, proving that even the subtlest design shift can create a full-blown fashion earthquake. This designer didn’t just turn heads; she spun them.

  • Global fusion & cultural exchange take centre stage at Moscow Fashion Week 2024

    Global fusion & cultural exchange take centre stage at Moscow Fashion Week 2024

    Mumbai: Moscow Fashion Week is set to take place in the heart of Russia from  4 to 9 October. This significant event holds great importance for the fashion industries of emerging regions and the global market, as brands from various countries will have a unique opportunity to showcase their collections on a large international stage. Designers from India, Russia, Brazil, Indonesia, China, Costa Rica, the UAE, and South Africa will participate in over 80 shows, all taking place near the iconic walls of the Kremlin.

    Among the standout brands is Nitin Bal Chauhan presented by the Fashion Design Council of India. It’s known for its innovative approach and artistic Indo-Western aesthetic. This isn’t the brand’s first appearance at Moscow Fashion Week, and this year it reinforces its commitment to the Russian market and the BRICS community.

    “I did my first show at Moscow Fashion Week and got a great response that encouraged me to come back again this season. I see the Russian market being very similar to the part of India I come from. They appreciate colour, rich hand embroideries and folklore. It is the best platform to showcase my work in Russia and with the best Media, Influencers and Bloggers attending the show it helped me in increasing the visibility of my brand,” said designer Nitin Bal Chauhan.

    Moscow Fashion Week promises to unveil exciting discoveries in the fashion industries of BRICS countries and its partners. Among the vibrant Russian brands featured will be Measure and MERÉ. The MERÉ collection focuses on the cyclicality of fashion and the durability of trends, utilizing natural fabrics alongside eco-leather to highlight the relevance of both traditional and modern materials. The measure will showcase its new collection, which celebrates its homeland of Dagestan as a contemporary region that cherishes its cultural identity. Earlier this year, MEASURE made a successful debut at Lakmé Fashion Week X FDCI in India.

    Coinciding with Moscow Fashion Week is the BRICS+ Fashion Summit, where the Indian delegation will actively engage in this international forum. This event has emerged as a key platform for cultural and business exchange between the fashion industries of rapidly growing economies.

  • Blenders Pride Glassware Fashion Tour enters the metaverse with borderless fashion & lifestyle experience

    Blenders Pride Glassware Fashion Tour enters the metaverse with borderless fashion & lifestyle experience

    Mumbai: Powered by the Fashion Design Council of India, the 16th edition of the Blenders Pride Glassware Fashion Tour has reimagined its iconic legacy to bring a more youthful, inclusive, and innovative edition this year. In its cutting-edge new avatar, the fashion tour steps into the metaverse to create a first-of-its-kind amalgamation of fashion and technology for young audiences to experience like never before.

    The fashion tour has launched ‘Blenders Pride Glassware Fashion Tour Park’ in decentraland, a global web3 platform where only renowned global brands have created an immersive metaverse experience for their fans. The fashion tour park features multiple interactive areas, gamified zones and showcase areas, with several engaging activities in store for users to interact with throughout the duration of the tour.

    Users can start at the lounge, a zone that houses all the information about Blenders Pride Glassware Fashion Park, where they can claim a free ‘Proof of Attendance NFT’ from the POAPBooth. Users can then head to the ramp, where they can strike a pose, walk like a showstopper, or watch the live streams of the ultra-glamorous fashion shows from the fashion tour itself. Then at the designer & trial zone, users can try on and buy wearable NFTs from renowned designers on the tour, including Shantanu and Nikhil, Amit Aggarwal, Falguni Shane Peacock, and Kunal Rawal. There are also numerous and one-of-a-kind selfie spots throughout the fashion tour park where users can take a selfie and share it on social media with the hashtags #BlendersPrideGlasswareFashionTour #MadeOfPride #MyLifeMyPride for a chance to win exclusive passes to the tour’s stellar shows.

    And then, there’s the metaverse treasure hunt, an engaging activity where users must collect clues from across the fashion tour park arena to stand a chance to get their hands on an iPhone 13, stylish bluetooth earphones worth Rs 15,000 or online shopping vouchers worth Rs 5,000. The hunt begins on 1 December.

    But the most exciting attraction is India’s first metaverse-exclusive fashion show, set to take place at the fashion tour park on 10 December. This metaverse fashion show will feature outfits from the ‘Style Gallery’ exhibit of the fashion tour called “This is not a t-shirt” project. These unique t-shirt outfits are designed by 60 designers & homegrown fashion labels, who have embellished or even deconstructed the basic t-shirt into a design celebrating their authentic interpretation of the four themes of the fashion tour.

    Guests attending the exclusive shows of the fashion tour at the four city editions will also have the opportunity to step into the metaverse – an experience zone that extends various elements from the fashion tour park’s metaverse platform. Guests can interact with a smart mirror, where they can try on unique wearable NFTs designed by the fashion tour designers, take selfies in the outfits, and even get their hands on the outfits by buying these one-of-a-kind wearable NFTs—an incredibly new experience for the fashion & lifestyle elite.

    Speaking about the exciting new metaverse experience, Pernod Ricard India chief marketing officer Kartik Mohindra said, “The 16th edition of Blenders Pride Glassware Fashion Tour will lay the foundation for a new era in fashion & lifestyle. The fashion world is ever evolving, and the fashion tour has always led this wave of evolution in India. Taking the fashion tour to the metaverse is not just a first-of-its-kind initiative for the industry; it’s also our interpretation of how to make the tour more inclusive, accessible, and futuristic by allowing young audiences to experience the fashion tour in an immersive way like they have never before. It is a part of our journey of celebrating the pride of today’s youth with newfound vigour and vision.”

  • Liva partners with FDCI to showcase India’s first Green Heart Fashion Show

    Liva partners with FDCI to showcase India’s first Green Heart Fashion Show

    MUMBAI: Liva, the ingredient consumer brand of the Aditya Birla Group, has announced its partnership with Fashion Design Council of India’s (FDCI) to showcase India’s first Green Heart Fashion Show with a thought leading initiative to promote the concept of sustainability through their collection and products. This initiative by Aditya Birla was the reflection of its commitment towards breaking the myth about eco-friendly materials and also educates the users about the need for utilisation of sustainable materials to avoid environmental hazards in future.

    In order to enhance and promote sustainable development Green Heart Fashion Show showcased collections by well-known designers: Rina Dhaka, Sahil Kochhar, Shalini James, and Samant Chauhan who created fluid garments using Liva eco. The show reconciled sustainability with the fashion industry, ethics and responsibility with beauty, luxury and comfort with style and elegance. The collection shattered the myth of sustainable clothing being boxy, stylishly textured, and fashionable while highly breathable.

    “The mission was to showcase a series of collection  featuring designers championing sustainability and eco-friendly fashion practices. Liva has taken this step of associating with FDCI to support responsible fashion across the value chain,” said Birla Cellulose global chief sales and marketing officer Rajeev Gopal on Liva’s association with FDCI. “With textiles consumptions increasing by the hour and the emergence of fast fashion, the industry at large must realise the need for sustainability to save the future” he further added.

    “FDCI is forging ahead to take fashion on a greener path with a generation of new-age eco-warriors. We believe sustainability and conscious consumption is the need of the hour. Thus, we are extremely proud to begin this new chapter with LIVA as our associate sponsor, as we share a common ideology,” says FDCI president Sunil Sethi.