Designers Isha Jajodia, Rimzim Dadu present striking collections at India Couture Week 2026
New Delhi, July 27
India Couture Week continues to celebrate the artistry of Indian craftsmanship. It showcased collections by designers Isha Jajodia and Rimzim Dadu on Sunday evening.
At the Taj Palace, New Delhi, 'Roseroom' by Isha Jajodia saw chantilly, corded and guipure laces layered against one another and then worked further by hand; applique set into the ground, florals built in three dimensions, transparencies anchored with pearls and Swarovski crystals.
The season also introduced clay to the House vocabulary, moulded by hand into floral motifs and sculptural detail and set into lace. Models took to the runway in corseted gowns, skirts, sarees, tailored jackets, tuxedos, and tulle skirts. Further, the palette opened in ivory and blush, further moving through emerald, teal, ruby, scarlet and gold.
Speaking on the same, 'Roseroom' founder and creative director Isha Jajodia shared, "This collection is about the woman who wears it. She has lived enough to know that softness is never weakness, that grace can be powerful, and that vulnerability and resilience can exist in the same breath," as per a press release.
On the other hand, designer Rimzim Dadu unveiled 'INLAE', her latest couture collection, drawing inspiration from the precision of Mughal inlay work.
Drawing inspiration from centuries-old inlay traditions and traditional stone-setting techniques, 'INLAE' interpreted the craft practices through the language of contemporary fashion. The collection included Rimzim Dadu's signature structured sarees, sculptural fringe skirts, cropped bandhgalas and tailored bombers.
The ongoing 19th edition of FDCI's Hyundai India Couture Week 2026 is being held at the Taj Palace in New Delhi.
— ANI
Reader Comments
I love how these designs blend tradition with modernity. The use of clay and laces together sounds groundbreaking. India Couture Week never fails to impress with its creativity.
Amazing collections, but I wish there were more affordable options for the common man. Not everyone can afford couture, yaar. Still, the artistry is top-notch. 👌
The fusion of Mughal inlay with contemporary silhouettes is genius! Rimzim Dadu's structured sarees and sculptural skirts are exactly what modern fashion needs. Can't wait to see more from this collection.
I love the message behind Isha's collection—softness as power. And the color palette from ivory to scarlet sounds divine. Indian craftsmanship truly shines on this global stage. 🇮🇳
Impressive use of traditional techniques in a modern context. The attention to detail in both collections is remarkable. Would love to see these designs in person someday.
While the designs are beautiful, I feel the industry still focuses too much on opulence. Would be nice to see more sustainable and eco-friendly practices in couture. Still,
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