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Lakmē Fashion Week, in partnership with the Fashion Design Council of India (FDCI), returns to the capital with five days of fashion and Be-Jewel moments!
The Delhi edition is all set to kick off on October 8 with an opening showcase featuring conscious fashion collections created by Akaaro, Anavila and The Edit at The Kunj. The showcase is a testament to FDCI, Lakmē and Reliance’s commitment to supporting artisanal and designer fashion in India.
From Tarun Tahiliani closing the House of Lakmē Grand Finale to Abraham & Thakore spearheading two iconic shows – The Night Garden by Satya Paul and their own label Abraham & Thakore back to back, to Shantnu Nikhil Couture showcasing their first ever womenswear to a candid conversation on nature, innovation and storytelling between Supima and AFEW Rahul Mishra, get ready to experience it all at The Grand, Vasant Kunj, from October 9 to October 12, 2025.
Here’s what to expect at the Delhi edition of Lakmē Fashion Week X FDCI 2025.
Aneet Padda or Kareena Kapoor Khan?
Will the OG Lakmē girl, Kareena Kapoor Khan or the new face of Lakmē, Aneet Padda, turn showstopper for the House of Lakmē Grand Finale?
The House of Lakmē Grand Finale will have iconic couturier Tarun Tahiliani celebrate the Bejewelled collection’s modernised take on maximalism. “To be bejewelled is to be adorned not only with gems, but with memory, craft, and the many textures of our land. With this collection, I wanted to explore adornment in its modern form, where drapes, jewel tones, and embellishments evoke radiance without excess. It is my interpretation of India Modern: sculptural, sensual, and light enough to move effortlessly from day into evening,” expresses Tarun Tahiliani, adding, “I am delighted to return as the Grand Finale designer with Lakmē for Lakmē Fashion Week X FDCI. My hope is that this showcase inspires women to shine in their own presence, as much as in what they wear.”
For The First Time
Renowned designer duo Shantnu & Nikhil will unveil Velora – their first-ever all-women’s couture showcase, a red-carpet celebration of unapologetic glamour. Celebrated fashion designer Suneet Varma is all set to showcase his first ready-to-wear collection, which is a love letter to the modern woman. The collection is inspired by the confident glamour of the 1970s – think Cher, Zeenat Aman, and a world of metallics, lace and drama.
A Conscious Choice
Sustainable Fashion initiatives has been one of the strongest pillars at Lakmē Fashion Week x FDCI over the years. The Delhi edition opens the season with a conscious collection showcase featuring Akaaro, Anavila and The Edit.
The R|Elan™ Circular Design Challenge will feature six global finalists whose collections spotlight sustainable, circular, and responsible fashion innovations. Representing India are Varshne B (CRCLE), Radhesh Agrahari (Golden Feathers), and Rishabh Kumar (Farak). From the UK and EU, Maximilian Raynor and Martina Boero (Cavia) have been selected, alongside Jesica Pullo (BIOTICO), as the finalists from the APAC & Beyond. In addition, R|Elan™ collaborates with celebrated fashion designer Ashish Soni for an exclusive runway presentation, blending high-performance, eco-conscious fabrics with cutting-edge design.
Abraham & Thakore, Samant Chauhan, Esse, Kritika Murarka, Richa Khemka, Payal Jain, Rina Dhaka, NEXA presents The Spotlight. Naushad Ali, SWGT, and TIL are all set to turn the spotlight on sustainable fashion this season!
Of Collaboration and Innovation
Lakmē Fashion Week X FDCI is incomplete without its one-of-a-kind collaborations and innovations! Enamor x Papa Don’t Preach ‘A Luxury Curation’, Mothercare x Gauri & Nainika, FDCI x Moscow Fashion Week present Hatsibana, NEXA Presents Shantnu Nikhil Couture and Fireside Chat – Supima x AFEW Rahul Mishra.
Designing A Future
NIF Global Presents GenNext winners Mohammed Anas Sheikh, Pranita Choudhury, and Anam Husain will showcase their breakthrough collections, highlighting the next generation of visionary designers and fresh creative voices. Meanwhile, The Runway, another signature platform by NIF Global, will feature curated presentations from emerging talent, giving students a dedicated stage to experiment, innovate, and engage directly with industry leaders, media, and fashion enthusiasts.
This season, FDCI x Pearl Academy First Cut returns with their collections inspired by two Indian textiles – jute and khadi. For jute, they have refined the fibre to turn an everyday utility textile into a high-value fabric. As for khadi, the students have collaborated with designer Jeetinder Sandhu to transform fabric into an unexpected form: the sneaker.
The Wedding Story!
The runway is incomplete without designers paying homage to Indian weddings. This season, watch out for Tasva, Lakmē Salon x ITRH present Noor, Jigar & Nikita, Ankush Jain, among others, turn the runway into a celebration of love, craft and wedding styles.
Shop Till You Drop
The FDCI Designer Stockroom will be open to the public on October 12 and will have up to 70 per cent off on 70 plus designer labels. The one-day sale will be on from 11 am to 7 pm at The Grand, New Delhi.
Where To Watch?
To make the experience truly borderless, every showcase will stream live across Lakmē, Lakmē Fashion Week, and FDCI social platforms, as well as on JioTV on OTT.
Presented by the House of Lakmē, the Fashion Design Council of India, and Reliance Brands, the Delhi edition promises a dynamic and immersive celebration of Indian and global design, spotlighting sustainability, diversity, and the future of fashion.
