Lakme Fashion Week is always a major highlight in the fashion calendar, showcasing incredible talent and innovative designs. With the partnership with the Fashion Design Council of India, it’s sure to bring some amazing collections and fresh talent to the forefront. The fashion week was held from October 9 to 13 at The Grand Hotel in Delhi. This edition of LFW showcased collections from over 45 designers, along with student shows and retail brand presentations from Marks & Spencer and Kalki.
Sunanda Khaitan, Vice President of Lakmé, said, “At The House of Lakmé, we had been consistently reinventing the fashion X beauty landscape, shattering boundaries and uncovering bold new frontiers. The inaugural show of Lakmé Fashion Week in partnership with FDCI seamlessly aligned with our vision as a trendsetting brand. We were thrilled to unveil Aneeth Arora’s Péro as the opening act that blended Indian heritage with modern flair. As Péro celebrated 15 years of trailblazing design, this season’s signature collection was sure to captivate audiences worldwide.”
Sunil Sethi, Chairman of FDCI, said, “Aneeth Arora, renowned worldwide for her captivating fashion narratives, seamlessly blended the intricacies of traditional Indian textiles with western design sensibilities. We were thrilled to welcome her for the opening show, which was poised to spark trendsetting fashion conversations and set a vibrant tone for the October 2024 season in New Delhi.”
Jaspreet Chandok, Group Vice President of Reliance Brands Pvt. Ltd, also shared what fashion lovers could expect from that year’s Lakme Fashion Week. “Each season, the grand opening show set the tone for the five days of fashion that followed. This year, we were thrilled to kick off the extravaganza with Péro by Aneeth Arora. With it being Péro’s 15th anniversary showcase, it promised to be a magical start to the season, celebrating Indian craftsmanship through a fresh and imaginative lens, bringing an unconventional perspective to the runway. We were excited to have Aneeth open Lakme Fashion Week in partnership with FDCI, setting the tone for what would be an unforgettable edition of creativity, innovation, and fashion in Delhi,” Jaspreetshared.
Aneeth Arora unveils Whimsical “HELLO Péro” Collection
Péro, by Aneeth Arora, debuted its whimsical collection “HELLO Péro” as the opening show of Lakmé Fashion Week on October 9, 2024, celebrating its 15th anniversary alongside Hello Kitty’s 50th. The Spring Summer 2025 collection features playful motifs like cherries and cupcakes, infused with vibrant colors and inspired by Japanese Harajuku style. Known for its unique craftsmanship, Péro incorporates intricate beadwork, fabric origami, and custom textiles, creating pieces that blend Indian heritage with contemporary design. This collection embodies a mindset of effortless style, making the wearer feel at home in any global city. He said that “I am so happy and honoured to celebrate péro’s 15th anniversary by opening Lakme Fashion Week in partnership with Fashion Design Council of India. This collection, in particular, is very close to my heart as it is a celebration of our collective childhood nostalgia reinterpreted in our own quirky style. Think cottage core but with a twist.”
Ujjawal Dubey celebrates 10 years of Antar-Agni with “Two Faced” Collection
Ujjawal Dubey, known for his classic men’s wear label Antar-Agni, unveiled his latest collection, “Two Faced,” at Lakmé Fashion Week, marking the brand’s 10th anniversary. This collection, presented on Sustainable Fashion Day, showcases a dynamic interplay of structure and fluidity, minimalism and ornamentation, tradition and innovation. Divided into three segments—Render, Wander, and Surrender—the collection features structured ensembles, flowing drapes, and expressive headpieces. Ujjawal’s commitment to Indian craftsmanship shines through with hand-woven cottons and silks, rich velvets, and a color palette of charcoal, forest green, and aubergine. Emphasizing impeccable tailoring and innovative fabric manipulation, Ujjawal explores themes of duality with translucent fabrics and abstract handwork. The “Two Faced” collection celebrates the complexity of the human spirit, blending nostalgia with contemporary trends, appealing to a diverse audience while highlighting the beauty of individuality.
