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Blenders Pride Fashion Tour 2025 Redefines the Future of Fashion Across India

Tanisha Cardozo

Written by Tanisha Cardozo || Team Allycaral

Blenders Pride Fashion Tour 2025 concluded its latest edition with a series of spectacular showcases across Gurugram, Jaipur, and Kolkata, setting a new benchmark for immersive fashion experiences in India. Guided by its philosophy of creating ‘The One and Only’ stage, the tour presented three distinct narratives that reimagined how fashion is experienced, celebrated, and shaped for the future.

Each city brought a unique vision to life. In Gurugram, fashion was propelled into the future with ‘The Futureverse of Fashion’, curated by designers Falguni and Shane Peacock. The showcase merged haute couture with humanoid robots, holographic technology, and motion-sensing projections, creating a real-time dialogue between fashion and technology. Actors Shahid Kapoor and Tamannaah Bhatia added star power to the futuristic spectacle.

Jaipur took fashion onto the fast lane with ‘High Octane Couture’, where designers Namrata Joshipura and Abhishek Patni drew inspiration from motorsport aesthetics. The show featured chrome-wrapped supercars, a dynamic three-lap runway experience, and appearances by Miss Universe Harnaaz Sandhu and rapper Raftaar, delivering a high-energy fusion of speed, performance, and style.

The tour culminated in Kolkata with ‘Future Is Crafted’, a bold narrative by AK | OK Anamika Khanna that challenged traditional ideas of craft. Set against the iconic Howrah Bridge, the showcase deconstructed heritage techniques through futuristic tailoring. With Ishaan Khatter as showstopper, the Hooghly River was transformed into a floating theatre, offering a powerful reinterpretation of craft in a contemporary context.

Reflecting on the tour, Debasree Dasgupta, CMO, Pernod Ricard India, said that Blenders Pride Fashion Tour, powered by FDCI, continues to be Indian fashion’s most iconic platform. She noted that the ‘Making Fashion Move’ vision reinforces the brand’s role in shaping the future of fashion through innovation, collaboration, and immersive experiences.

Sunil Sethi, Chairman of FDCI, highlighted the collaboration as a coming together of two fashion powerhouses committed to celebrating creativity, culture, and the evolving design landscape in India.

With an audience of over 2,100 attendees across three cities — including designers, celebrities, influencers, fashion leaders, and media — Blenders Pride Fashion Tour 2025 reinforced its stature as a cultural destination that drives fashion forward. As the tour concludes, it leaves behind more than spectacular showcases; it establishes a bold perspective that fashion doesn’t wait to be led — it moves ahead with Blenders Pride Fashion Tour.

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Blenders Pride Fashion Tour Shifts into High Gear with Jaipur’s Motorcore Showcase

Tanisha Cardozo

Written by Tanisha Cardozo || Team Allycaral

Blenders Pride Fashion Tour drove fashion firmly into the fast lane as it arrived in Jaipur with an electrifying showcase that blended the thrill of motorsport with the boldness of high-fashion innovation. Marking the next chapter of the Tour’s evolving narrative, the Jaipur edition celebrated “Fashion’s Next Move,” transforming the runway into a space where speed, precision, and style collided.

In collaboration with the Fashion Design Council of India (FDCI), the showcase reimagined the traditional catwalk as a dynamic motorsport circuit. Leading designers Namrata Joshipura and Abhishek Paatni embraced motorcore-inspired aesthetics, drawing from racing silhouettes, metallic finishes, tactical forms, and the raw energy of the racetrack. Their designs created a symphony of movement and power, giving the audience a futuristic vision of where India’s fashion is headed.

Adding to the spectacle, Harnaaz Sandhu captivated as the show’s finale showstopper, exuding glamour and confidence with each step. Rapper Raftaar closed the night with a performance that matched the pace and pulse of the showcase, blending sound, rhythm, and attitude into an electrifying climax. Together, they embodied the seamless fusion of culture, celebrity, and contemporary creativity that defines the Tour.

The experience unfolded across three conceptual laps—The Start Line, The Pit Lane, and The Glam Night—each segment offering a new layer of storytelling. The stage shifted continually, evolving from sharp racing silhouettes to sleek chrome-driven ensembles, ending with a high-voltage display of glamour. The night culminated with a thrilling sports car stunt that elevated the audience’s excitement and reinforced the theme of speed and power.

This edition amplified India’s cultural and creative frequency, capturing a mood that is sharp, fast, and unstoppable. The Tour positioned itself as a catalyst for shaping new conversations in the world of fashion, blending craftsmanship, technology, performance, and bold creative direction. Pernod Ricard India CMO Debasree Dasgupta shared that the Tour’s ambition has always been to shape cultural narratives, and the Jaipur chapter took this aim further by uniting motorsports and fashion in an immersive experience.

Designers Abhishek Paatni and Namrata Joshipura echoed this sentiment, expressing how the collaboration allowed them to experiment with new energies, aesthetics, and forms. Their collections demonstrated a fluid yet powerful integration of speed and couture, presenting a vision of fashion that moves boldly towards the future. Harnaaz Sandhu described her experience as an adrenaline-filled moment of confidence, while Raftaar praised the Tour for pushing fashion onto an entirely new track. FDCI Chairman Sunil Sethi highlighted the synergy between two major fashion institutions joining forces to set new creative benchmarks.

With Jaipur leaving a blazing trail of fashion and adrenaline behind, the Blenders Pride Fashion Tour now heads to Kolkata. There, designer Anamika Khanna will reinterpret craftsmanship through a contemporary lens, with Ishaan Khatter as showstopper on December 20. The Tour continues its journey by constantly reinventing the runway and steering Indian fashion toward fresh, powerful, and forward-moving expressions.

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Blenders Pride Fashion Tour Transports Fashion into the Futureverse

Tanisha Cardozo

Written by Tanisha Cardozo || Team Allycaral

Blenders Pride Fashion Tour took a leap into the future with its Gurugram edition, unveiling ‘The Futureverse of Fashion,’ an immersive exploration of how technology, design, and storytelling are transforming the way fashion is experienced. Departing from the theme of defining Fashion’s Next Move, this edition presented a visual spectacle where haute couture transcended fabric, merging with AI, code, and interactive elements.

Leading the showcase were renowned designers Falguni and Shane Peacock, in collaboration with the Fashion Design Council of India (FDCI). The event emphasized that modern fashion audiences seek experiences that engage all senses, turning the runway into a living canvas. Celebrities Shahid Kapoor and Tamannaah Bhatia elevated the presentation, participating alongside humanoid robots, dynamic projections, and motion-sensing visuals that responded to every model’s movement.

Shahid Kapoor described the show as “stepping into a new era where technology and couture seamlessly merge,” while Tamannaah Bhatia called it “an electrifying experience where creativity knew no bounds.” Debasree Dasgupta, CMO of Pernod Ricard India, highlighted that the tour continues to push creative boundaries by blending technology and style into an interactive space where audiences can experience design in motion.

Sunil Sethi, Chairman of FDCI, lauded the collaboration as a celebration of creativity and culture, setting the pace for Indian fashion’s future. The Gurugram showcase is now moving to Jaipur, where designers Abhishek Patni and Namrata Joshipura will present High-Octane Couture with Miss Universe Harnaaz Sandhu and rapper Raftaar on December 6, continuing the tour’s journey into the Futureverse of Fashion.

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Blenders Pride Fashion Tour 2025: Redefining Fashion’s Next Move

Tanisha Cardozo

Written by Tanisha Cardozo || Team Allycaral

Blenders Pride Fashion Tour, India’s most definitive voice in fashion, returns in 2025 with an edition that promises to be unlike any other. With the theme ‘Fashion’s Next Move,’ the tour is set to merge creativity, culture, and innovation on a stage that is truly ‘The One and Only.’ In a world where trends are fleeting, this edition takes fashion boldly forward, reimagining what it means to lead and define the future of style.

The journey begins in Gurugram with ‘The Futureverse of Fashion,’ where designers Falguni and Shane Peacock, accompanied by Shahid Kapoor and Tamannaah Bhatia, unlock a visionary fashion experience. Here, the runway transforms into an immersive spectacle, blending technology and couture to reshape the dimensions of fashion and redefine how it is experienced.

The tour then moves to Jaipur with ‘High Octane Couture,’ featuring designers Abhishek Patni and Namrata Joshipura. This chapter draws inspiration from the speed, precision, and power of motorsports, translating them into an exhilarating fashion narrative. With the panache of Harnaaz Sandhu, Miss Universe 2021, and the energy of rapper Raftaar, the Jaipur edition promises glamour at full throttle, pushing fashion into uncharted territory.

The grand finale in Kolkata brings ‘Breaking the Moulds of Fashion Craft,’ with the iconic Anamika Khanna returning to the stage alongside Ishaan Khatter. This segment highlights the sublime artistry of Indian craftsmanship while bridging it with contemporary design vision, offering audiences not just fashion to admire but craft to revere.

Debasree Dasgupta, CMO of Pernod Ricard India, emphasizes that Blenders Pride Fashion Tour continues to set benchmarks in shaping the evolution of Indian fashion and style. With this year’s theme, the tour is poised to lead a bold narrative that inspires the next generation and invites them into a world where creativity, culture, and innovation converge. Sunil Sethi, Chairman of FDCI, echoes the excitement, highlighting that this collaboration amplifies the commitment to shaping the future of fashion in India, bringing together diverse perspectives that celebrate creativity and culture.

Blenders Pride Fashion Tour 2025 promises an unforgettable journey across India, where fashion transcends the runway, becomes an experience, and sets the tone for what’s next in global style.

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Australian Label Kirrikin Marks 10 Years with Vibrant India Debut in Delhi

Tanisha Cardozo

Australian designer Amanda Healy, founder of the First Nations fashion label Kirrikin, celebrated a major milestone — ten years of storytelling through fashion — with a spectacular debut in Delhi. Presented by the Australian High Commission in collaboration with the Fashion Design Council of India (FDCI) and the Centre for Australia-India Relations, the Connection to Country showcase marked Kirrikin’s first major appearance in India.

For Healy, the moment was deeply personal — a chance to share the stories, colours, and artistry of Aboriginal Australia with Indian audiences. “To me, this is an opportunity to tell our stories and show what we’re capable of as Aboriginal people,” Healy said. “Like India, our country was colonised, and this is about showing that we’re still here, capable of creating on our own terms.”

Kirrikin’s collection was designed in Australia by First Nations artists and crafted in Noida, combining Aboriginal prints with Indian textile expertise. The runway featured pieces from the Evoke collection, inspired by the landscapes of southwest Western Australia — from earthy blazers and floral motif gowns to hand-painted viscose crepe dresses.

The line also included new designs — asymmetrical gowns, A-line skirts, and cashmere scarves that echoed the intricate patterns of Central Australian Dot Paintings. Each piece reflected Kirrikin’s philosophy of blending heritage, modernity, and sustainability.

Healy described the collection as her “Millennium Collection,” honouring the women behind Kirrikin’s success. “Kirrikin is a social enterprise — everything we earn goes back to our artists. I work with 12 Aboriginal women, most of them single mothers, building sustainable incomes for them. It’s about honouring their stories,” she said.

Having showcased across Australia, the UK, Japan, Chile, the US, and Saudi Arabia, Kirrikin’s entry into India represents the next chapter of cross-cultural collaboration. Healy sees deep parallels between the two nations — both rich in storytelling, colour, and creativity. Looking ahead, she hopes to collaborate with Indian designers and artisans, expanding Kirrikin’s impact while celebrating shared histories of resilience and artistry.

As the label enters its second decade, Kirrikin remains committed to its founding purpose — creating fashion that honours connection to country, kinship, and culture, while proving that sustainability and luxury can coexist beautifully.