The stage is set. The Fashion Design Council of India (FDCI) is back with the coveted Hyundai India Couture Week 2026, in association with Nexxus New York. It is slated from July 23-30, 2026, at the Taj Palace Hotel, in the Capital. The one-of-its-kind narrative is an homage to superlative craftsmanship, artisanal prowess, and innovations in design.
Carrying forward the commitment this year too, Hyundai Motor India Limited, is back as the Title partner, and the FDCI welcomes Nexxus New York as Associate partner. The FDCI extends its appreciation towards Reliance Brands for its continued support in strengthening Hyundai India Couture Week over the years.
The Hyundai Couture Week has a distinguished list of leading couturiers this year JJ Valaya, Tarun Tahiliani, Anamika Khanna, Rahul Mishra, Falguni Shane Peacock, Kunal Rawal, Rimzim Dadu, Rohit Bal, Masaba, Aisha Rao, Jayanti Reddy, Arpita Mehta and Roseroom by Isha Jajodia.
“Couture is the finest form of hand-made skill, it is laborious and unique, the Hyundai India Couture Week celebrates this innate power with potent storytelling,” says Sunil Sethi, Chairman, FDCI. “This year both legends as well as upcoming fashion gurus will honour the rich legacy of Indian craftsmanship. We welcome Nexxus New York as our Associate Partner this year which will further add ingenuity to the showcasing."
“Hyundai Motor India Limited is proud to carry forward its association with the Fashion Design Council of India for the fourth year in succession,” says Tarun Garg, MD & CEO, Hyundai Motor India Limited. “Our partnership for the 19th edition of India Couture Week 2026, reflects our continued commitment to celebrating creativity, craftsmanship and innovation, values that align closely with Hyundai’s brand philosophy. As HMIL celebrates 30 years in India, our collaboration with India Couture Week carries added significance, symbolizing three decades of building trust, pride and progress while nurturing cultural connections and growing alongside the aspirations of Indian consumers. India Couture Week offers a distinguished platform where heritage meets contemporary expression, resonating strongly with Hyundai’s journey of blending timeless values with future ready innovation. Through such meaningful platforms, HMIL continues to engage with audiences beyond automobiles, creating experiences rooted in culture, creativity and progress, while advancing our vision of Progress for Humanity.”
“Fashion and beauty have always shared a powerful relationship rooted in self-expression and confidence,” says Ashwini Rao, Vice President at Hindustan Unilever. “Through our partnership with Hyundai India Couture Week, we are proud to create experiences that celebrate creativity at its highest level. As the associate partner this year, Nexxus New York represents our commitment to delivering world class hair innovation which will be represented through a stellar line-up of India’s top designers.”
“We are glad to continue our strategic partnership with the FDCI to grow the Indian designer fashion industry together,” says Jaspreet Chandok, Group Vice President, Reliance Brands. “We welcome the addition of some of the most well-respected brands in the country which re-affirms the stature of the event.”
