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Hyundai India Couture Week 2025 hits sartorial milestones most extravagantly
Hyundai India Couture Week 2025, in association with Reliance Brands and an initiative of FDCI, began earlier this week in India's capital city. It started on a sparkling note, with designers showcasing their finest couture for consumption by fashion enthusiasts who sat amazed in the audience or viewed it from miles away through their screens. The monsoon downpour that the New Delhi is seeing didn't dampen any of the fashion sphere's plans however, as the collections kept getting better and milestones continued to be hit, well into the weekend too.
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30 years of Tarun Tahiliani
Quintessence; Tarun Tahiliani’s newest bridal collection, showcases his design philosophy distilled to its very essence; timeless craft, precision, and emotion. True to its name, it’s about the most refined expression of couture: luxury that whispers rather than shouts. It’s light, effortless, and deeply personal, celebrating the quiet joy of simply being. The collection featured sculpted yet fluid silhouettes. Embroidery with pearls, crystals and resham threads were stitched with care and intention. Every detail matters; nothing is excessive. It’s for the bride who wants to feel light and present, adorned but not overwhelmed, and for the groom, with subtle details meant just for him. Adding another layer of artistry, de Gournay's custom-painted silk panel was also interpreted by Tahiliani into a one-of-a-kind couture jacket; where the worlds of fashion and decorative art converge in celebration of craft. The set was designed by the brand’s long-time collaborator and scenographer, Sumant Jayakrishnan, whose thoughtful spatial design echoed the collection’s quiet elegance and immersive spirit.
Manish Malhotra hosts India's first-ever couture party
When India Couture Week made plans to ditch the runway for a far more intimate ambiance, only the renowned Manish Malhotra could make it possible. The full-scale couture party, curated by the maven himself, took over both grand halls at the venue. One was a walk-through gallery of his most iconic archival pieces, while the other was a high-octane luxury party space. At the centre of it all was Brazilian supermodel and Victoria's Secret catwalker, Alessandra Ambrosio, who flew in as the official muse of the party and looked divine in both, a sparkling ensemble and pearlescent creation from the designer's Inaya collection. With an all-female music lineup including Jonita Gandhi, with two powerhouse DJs and one of India’s most beloved singers, the event turned out to set the stage as a celebration of fashion, music, and pure glamour.
Ritu Kumar makes a powerful return
Threads of Time: Reimagined was more than just a couture collection, it was a story of heritage, evolution, and the future of Indian craft. Born from Ritu Kumar’s decades-long dedication to reviving traditional textiles, the collection created a beautiful dialogue between past and present. What started in small family-run ateliers with master kaarigars grew into a design ecosystem that spans labels, cultures, and global aspirations. The collection reflected this journey of moving from revivalist bridal wear rooted in tradition to more experimental silhouettes that embrace individuality. Marking a powerful return to India Couture Week, the collection celebrated five decades of legacy with a contemporary spirit. Layered sheers, crystal-draped silhouettes, jewelled motifs, and structured corsets; each piece was a tribute to every woman who has worn Ritu Kumar and every artisan whose hands have shaped her craft. Fronted by celebrity showstopper Bhumi Pednekar, the designer's collection blended cultural richness with individuality.
Shantnu & Nikhil's renewed take on masculinity
Shantnu & Nikhil returned to Hyundai India Couture Week 2025 with Metropolis, a collection that redefined what it meant to be masculine today. Known for blending military precision with soft, draped romance, the designer duo took their vision further this season by crafting menswear which was sharp yet soulful, structured yet quietly rebellious. The collection drew inspiration from military archives, desert cultures, and the cinematic grandeur of India’s royal past. Each piece carries a sense of restraint that feels modern and powerful; think sculpted jackets, draped layers, and details that hint at history but belong to a man of today. The collection showcase was fronted by not one, or two but a multitude of Bollywood actors; from Rajkummar Rao to Jim Sarbh. With Metropolis, Shantnu & Nikhil continue their journey of rewriting menswear by balancing heritage and edge, structure and soul.
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