By Akanksha
January 28, 2026
Indian designers Rahul Mishra and Gaurav Gupta commanded attention at Paris Haute Couture Week with their latest collections.
Their showcases sparked widespread conversation, placing Indian couture firmly at the centre of the global fashion spotlight.
Gaurav Gupta unveiled The Divine Androgyne at Spring/Summer 2026 couture, presenting bold, gender-fluid silhouettes rooted in cosmic themes.
The collection explored energy, duality and consciousness through dramatic forms and intricate detailing.
Staying true to his signature style, Gupta pushed sculptural draping and futuristic shapes even further this season.
Drawing from ancient Indian philosophy, his work reflected ideas of unity, transformation and the balance of opposing forces.
Rahul Mishra’s couture collection was inspired by the five elements – earth, water, fire, air and ether, together he named the collection Alchemy.
Flowing silhouettes and meticulous embroidery came together to express harmony between nature, humanity and the universe.
Explaining his vision, Mishra spoke about humans being made of stardust, both scientifically and spiritually.
Referencing the Rigveda, he highlighted how the elements connect people to the vast movement of space and time.