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From bold cuts to avant-garde styles, these celebs embraced looks that redefined off-the-runway norms at the Lakme Fashion Week x FDCI.
From singing icon Raja Kumari to India's first Mrs Universe Sherry Singh, the Lakme Fashion Week x FDCI runway celebrated women from all walks of life.
Cool guests lit up the front rows at the ongoing fashion event in Mumbai.
Radhikka Madan looked pretty in a multi-coloured check crop shirt paired with voluminous teal pleated pants.
The actor, who made his debut in the Tamil film Boys in 2003, doesn't look a day older than 30 in his latest runway avatar.
Three young designers -- Jubinav Chadha, Taarini Anand and Saim -- presented their collections at the Lakme Fashion Week x FDCI's GenNext show.
Day Three of the Lakme Fashion Week x FDCI was all about bold styles that refused to blend in.
Even when it comes to fashion, Nimrat Kaur believes in 'taking risks but always staying true to who I'm and keeping my body type in mind'.
As Designer Rahul Mishra's showstopper, Ananya Panday wore a glossy oversized blazer paired with a pleated ivory skirt, layering it over a crisp white shirt adorned with delicate, thematic dragonfly embellishments.
"I am proud of our country... I am proud of our team. They have all done such a phenomenal job. But obviously, he (Hardik Pandya) is my player of the team," said model Mahieka Sharma who walked for Designer Anamika Khanna at the Lakme Fashion Week x FDCI.
"The most exciting part was creating something that looks like a sari but has the ease of a dress," says Designer David Abraham.
From Tamannaah's confident opening to Aneet Padda's grand finale moment, each show surprised us with its star power. It's time to vote for your favourite showstopper of the season.
Lakm Fashion Week x FDCI Day 3 kicked off with three designers Ankush Jain, Jigar & Nikita, and Sanjukta Dutta showcasing their talent.
Inspired by royalty, nature and nostalgia, Ankush Jain's Eternal Bloom collection was love at first twirl!
Designer Sanjukta Dutta spread her magic at Lakm Fashion Week x FDCI with her collection, Gadhuli, showcased rich weaves, bold colours and the beauty of twilight.
Mrunal Thakur closed the show for designers Pankaj and Nidhi at the FDCI x Lakme Fashion Week 2025.
The actor turned showstopper for Mahima Khanna's Fanah collection at the ongoing FDCI x Lakme Fashion Week 2025.
They walked, they owned the ramp and took us all on a nostalgic ride to the golden era of fashion.
Nikita Mhaisalkar gave Day 4 of Lakm Fashion Week x FDCI, a cosmic upgrade with Beyond, a collection that quite literally reached for the stars.
Veer Pahariya closed the show for Designers Abraham & Thakore looking a stylish groom!
The actor-model walked as the showstopper at the ongoing FDCI x Lakm Fashion Week 2025.
Payal Jain turned Day 4 of Lakm Fashion Week x FDCI dreamy as she transported the audience straight to the streets of Paris with her collection Paris Mon Amour.
Tabu closed the show in a shimmering green anarkali, looking like a modern Mastani.
Day 4 of Lakme Fashion Week x FDCI opened on a calm yet captivating note with Richa Khemka's Vantage.
On the last day of Lakm Fashion Week x FDCI, two women made a statement together -- Rina Dhaka and Tanieya Khanuja.
Under the glow of the runway stars, Ayesha Kanga turned showstopper for Papa Don't Preach by Shubhika x Enamor.
Chef Ranveer Brar walked as showstopper for Tarun Tahiliani's Tasva collection at the FDCI x Lakme Fashion Week 2025 in Delhi.
The vest deserves to be a permanent fixture in every girl's wardrobe.
Anamika Khanna's show was a celebration of the past, present and vibrant future of Indian women making their mark across all spheres of life.
The curtain rose on GENNEXT at Lakm Fashion Week 2025 with three young, thoughtful designers reimagining craft, sustainability and storytelling.
In a country where wearing lipstick could still invite disapproval, Simone Tata understood that Lakmé's future depended on shifting attitudes.
This Lakme Fashion Week x FDCI wasn't just about the clothes, it was about the moments. And the showstoppers? Pure magic.
Social media is abuzz linking Tara with the Sky Force actor after they were snapped outside a restaurant.
Shilpa Shetty commanded the Lakme Fashion Week runway as Designer Mohammed Mazhar's showstopper.
The talented star turned showstopper for designer Amit Aggarwal at FDCI x Lakme Fashion Week 2025.
Khadi got a bold, modern makeover with vibrant, detailed and sharply crafted silhouettes from designers Karishma Shahani Khan, Nikasha, Niki Mahajan, and CoEk - Khadi India, as they brought a fresh, dynamic spin to this iconic fabric during the Khadi India show at the Lakme Fashion Week.
The actor walked the runway for menswear designer Abhishek Roy at the FDCI x Lakme Fashion Week 2025.
Bhumi flowed down the runway in a billowy black gown with a deep plunging neckline, complemented by statement gold accessories.
This year is extra special for this kitsch brand as they celebrate their 15th anniversary.
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