Lakmē Fashion Week returns to New Delhi: October 13-18, 2026
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Lakmē Fashion Week, in partnership with the Fashion Design Council of India (FDCI), will return to New Delhi from October 13 to 18, 2026. The upcoming event will feature the prêt label Pero for the opening presentation, while AM.IT by Amit Aggarwal is scheduled to close the runway schedule.
This edition marks a shift in venue to the Taj Palace from October 14 to 18. The event kicks off on October 13 at the Embassy of France in New Delhi with the finale of the ‘R|Elan Circular Design Challenge in Partnership with the UN in India’, an initiative aimed at promoting circular innovation that received over 220 international applications this season.
International collaborations and runway schedule
The multi-day schedule includes several international cultural exchanges led by the FDCI. These include FDCI X Moscow Fashion Week, presenting Russian designer Sergey Sysoev; ‘The Fifth Season’, a showcase of Himalayan craftsmanship organised with the Department of Industries and Commerce, Union Territory of Ladakh; and ‘Eccellenza’, an Italian style presentation hosted by the Italian Trade Agency alongside Confartigianato and the FDCI. The FDCI X Pearl Academy First Cut initiative will also return to highlight emerging design talent.
The upcoming edition is presented by the House of Lakmē, the FDCI, and Reliance Brands. Alongside the runway shows, cosmetics brand House of Lakmē plans to introduce its skincare-focused makeup line, ‘Lakmē 9to5 Hya Glam’.
Commercial platforms and designer line-up
Beyond the main runway, commercial platforms will operate throughout the event. The FDCI Showroom will offer trade buyers and audiences direct access to participating labels, while the FDCI Stockroom will provide a B2C retail experience featuring curated designer pieces.
Additional highlights on the official calendar include ‘Manish Malhotra Luxury Pret’ presented by Maruti Suzuki NEXA, NIF Global Presents GenNext, and runway shows from Ashish N Soni, Namrata Joshipura, Suneet Verma, Tarun Tahiliani, and Samant Chauhan. The program will incorporate digital culture, sustainable development initiatives, and creator-led projects.