FDCI Unveils Star-Studded Line-Up For India Couture Week 2025 | Lifestyle News

Last Updated:July 08, 2025, 21:10 IST

FDCI and Hyundai kick off the 18th edition of India Couture Week with a grand launch blending fashion, innovation, and star designers.

The Fashion Design Council of India (FDCI) and Hyundai Motor India Ltd., in partnership with Reliance Brands, proudly unveiled the 18th edition of Hyundai India Couture Week 2025 at a high-profile press conference held at Taj Palace, New Delhi. Marking Hyundai’s third consecutive year as the title sponsor, the event reaffirmed the brand’s unwavering commitment to innovation, design excellence, and its synergy with Indian couture. This year’s edition is particularly special as it also celebrates the 10th anniversary of the Hyundai CRETA, with the much-anticipated CRETA EV slated to be showcased during the couture week.

The press conference was graced by industry stalwarts including Sunil Sethi, Chairman, FDCI; Tarun Garg, Whole-Time Director & COO, Hyundai Motor India Ltd.; J.T. Park, Executive Director (Sales, Marketing & Service), HMIL; and Virat Khullar, Group Head Marketing, HMIL.

The afternoon began with a curated lunch reception, followed by an elegant welcome address. Sunil Sethi delivered the keynote speech, celebrating the deep-rooted partnership between the automotive and fashion industries.

“Hyundai India Couture Week continues to be the most anticipated platform celebrating the mastery and evolution of Indian couture. We are proud to partner with Hyundai for the third consecutive year in showcasing this fusion of design and innovation. My heartfelt thanks to our participating designers for their creativity and craftsmanship, and to Reliance Brands for their steadfast support in bringing this vision to life,” says Sunil Sethi, Chairman, FDCI.

Tarun Garg, COO & Whole-Time Director, Hyundai Motor India Ltd. highlighted Hyundai’s vision and its deep connection to the values of couture, “We are delighted to continue our association with FDCI for the third consecutive year. India Couture Week is a celebration of creativity, craftsmanship, and culture — values that deeply resonate with us at HMIL. We are especially excited to showcase the Hyundai CRETA Electric at ICW 2025, bridging the worlds of cutting-edge mobility and high fashion. Our partnership reflects our intent to engage customers through meaningful, future-forward platforms beyond the automobile space.”

A highlight of the event was a live runway presentation featuring one signature ensemble from each participating couturier, revealed in tandem with the official announcement of the designer lineup. This dramatic unveiling offered guests a sneak peek into the exquisite artistry that awaits during the week-long celebration.

The 2025 couture week boasts an iconic lineup, including Rohit Bal, JJ Valaya, Manish Malhotra, Ritu Kumar, Tarun Tahiliani, Amit Aggarwal, Falguni Shane Peacock, Rahul Mishra, Shantnu & Nikhil, Suneet Varma, Rimzim Dadu, Jayanti Reddy, Rose Room by Isha Jajodia, and Aisha Rao.

Select designers also took to the stage to share insights into their creative process and vision for this year’s collections. The press conference concluded with a grand photo opportunity featuring key dignitaries and couturiers, capturing the spirit of creative collaboration and celebration.

Hyundai India Couture Week 2025 is further elevated by the support of luxury lifestyle brands Grey Goose Altius and Kohler, whose associations promise to enhance the immersive couture experience for guests and fashion lovers alike.

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