Rohit Gandhi and Rahul Khanna brought their latest collection, Noir Botanica Autumn/Winter 2026, to Mumbai, turning the runway into a meeting point between nature, architecture and the human form.
Inspired by the fluidity of Art Nouveau and the grandeur of historical ornamentation, the collection reimagines botanical motifs through sharper, more sculptural lines.
Here are some of the celebrity looks that brought the collection's dark fantasy to life.
Palak Tiwari
Palak Tiwari’s textured black mini is anything but basic. The sculpted corset, scalloped wave hem and dramatic lace sleeves with trailing ribbons turn the LBD into a full-blown fashion statement.
Shalini Passi
Shalini Passi’s dusty-pink gown brings a softer side to Noir Botanica. A heavily embellished corset, colourful beadwork and a sweeping cape give the romantic silhouette plenty of red-carpet drama.
Pragya Jaiswal
Pragya Jaiswal’s sequinned cocktail dress catches the light from every angle. The one-shoulder neckline, daring waist cut-out and fringe-heavy hem make this silver number all about movement.
Kajol
Kajol proves a power suit doesn't have to play it safe. Her sharp black pantsuit gets a glamorous update with glittering embellished lapels, balancing boardroom authority with after-dark drama.
Sophie Choudry
Sophie goes full midnight glamour in a black sequinned gown with a sheer, embellished bodice and thigh-high slit. The column silhouette keeps things sleek while the sparkle does all the heavy lifting.
Samiksha Pednekar
Samiksha’s charcoal-black gown comes with a seriously oversized accessory -- a sculptural 3D bow wrapped dramatically across the chest. With its sheer bodice and asymmetric skirt, this is architecture disguised as eveningwear.
Ruhee Dosani
Digital Content Creator Ruhee Dosani takes Noir Botanica off the red carpet and into the streets with a washed-grey denim co-ord. The oversized jacket, biker-inspired details and slouchy trousers give the collection's dark edge a laid-back spin.
Sarah-Jane Dias
Sarah-Jane’s tailored black suit gets an unexpected twist with a contrasting white shawl lapel and a plunging neckline. The wide-leg trousers keep the silhouette fluid while the dramatic colour-blocking does the talking.
Sukriti and Prakriti Kakar
The Kakar sisters turn up the glamour in coordinating silver mini dresses dripping in crystal embellishments. Different necklines keep the looks individual, as do the different platform heels and different glittering handbags.
Mahima Makwana
Mahima Makwana keeps things sleek in a liquid-silver column gown. The delicate straps and sweetheart neckline let the metallic shimmer take centre stage, proving that sometimes the simplest silhouette can make the biggest impact.
Photographs curated by Satish Bodas/Rediff
