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Deccan Herald
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Deccan Herald
India Couture Week 2025: 'Arcanum' by Amit Aggarwal
A model sashays down the ramp in a creation by designer Amit Aggarwal on Day 3 of the Hyundai India Couture Week 2025 in New Delhi. |
India Today
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- India Today
With ‘Arcanum', Amit Aggarwal weaves biology into the fabric of couture
No showstopper closed Amit Aggarwal's showcase at the 18th Hyundai India Couture Week 2025 because none was needed. His collection didn't just impress his loyal connoisseurs; it transported everyone present into a world where star power felt unnecessary. The clothes were the spectacle – futuristic and designer unveiled 'Arcanum', a collection that strips couture down to its elemental core, human biology. With this showcase, Aggarwal trades surface-level drama for something deeper: the invisible architecture that shapes life itself, our DNA. Amit Aggarwal's Arcanum decodes the human form into pleats, spirals, and metallic grace. (Photo: Instagram/FDCI) advertisementIf his previous collection, Antevorta, explored the fluidity of time, Arcanum is its genetic counterpart. The double helix, the three-dimensional structure of DNA, serves both as a symbol and a structural blueprint for the entire collection. Aggarwal's creativity takes it further, translating the code of life into sculpted silhouettes, precise pleats, and spiralling forms that had the audience fully captivated on the as Anatomy Each look in Arcanum is a wearable metaphor: gowns that twist like strands of genetic code, suits and co-ords that layer sharp tailoring with swirling, organic lines. This is metallic polymers meet traditional textiles (Ikat), structured forms stretch and curve like bioengineered exoskeletons. The result: a hybrid of future and heritage. You could see that coming for the colours that have been used in the collection. The collection was all about innovative materials like metallic polymers and reimagined traditional fabrics. (Photo: Instagram/FDCI) Deep jewel tones grounded the collection in richness, while electric reds, iconic blues, and high-sheen metallics gave it a transcendent, otherworldly edge. The interplay between charcoal, silver, and light-reactive surfaces added a sense of motion and mood, alive and shifting like DNA itself. Sculpted couture meets the sparkle of tourmalines, tanzanites and emeralds. (Photo: Instagram/FDCI) This collection was Aggarwal's vision of blending scientific, artistic, and luxurious elements into couture.A statement, not just a showIf we were to sum the show up for you guys, it was sublime, surreal, with elements that felt otherworldly, but at the same time grounded, as each piece had a story of its own. This time, the couture week wanted to break its identity as just a bridal showcase, and it is safe to say Amit Aggarwal's 2025 couture collection was able to do it to a great extent.- Ends
Hindustan Times
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Amit Aggarwal: Couture's new czar
he third day of the Hyundai India Couture Week, in association with Reliance Brands and an initiative of FDCI, began on a high note. Models in designer Amit Aggarwal's creation. There are a handful of Indian designers who take one by surprise every time, and Amit Aggarwal is one of them. His immersive showcase Arcanum, took inspiration from the very code of life, DNA, as he explored the invisible architecture that defines human existence. Aggarwal translated this concept into design using engineered techniques and layered construction. Traditional patola and ikat sarees were deconstructed and reworked, turning heritage textiles into something contemporary. Menswear also offered a fresh take on form with sculpted, almost armour-like tops and tailored pieces that showed deliberation. From the glittering hairdos to metallic makeup, the mood was intentionally futuristic. With Arcanum, Aggarwal merged science with craft, showing just how far couture can stretch when it is constructed thoughtfully.
NDTV
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- NDTV
NDTV Exclusive: Designer Amit Aggarwal Was Asked His Pick For Most Stylish Politician. His Reply
In an exclusive interview with NDTV, designer Amit Aggarwal spoke all about all things design and couture, how he is in awe of Priyanka Chopra and her kryptonite-like aura, and his pick for the most stylish politician - Rahul Gandhi. Hyundai Indian Couture Week 2025 saw Amit Aggarwal presenting his latest collection in partnership with Nebula by Titan and ISVARI Jalandhar Jewellery House. What's more, on the sidelines of his showcase the ace designer gave a rather fun interview to NDTV and expressed his opinion on all his favourites, be it in the celebrity or fashion universe, or even his choice of clothing and beyond. View this post on Instagram A post shared by FDCI (@fdciofficial) Despite leading stars across Bollywood and overseas including Shilpa Shetty, John Legend, Priyanka Chopra and many more choosing Amit Aggarwal as their choice of couturier, when asked which star he thinks embodies the values of the label, Amit Aggarwal the best. He was all praises for none other than Priyanka Chopra while he didn't pick a favourite. He further shared an experience he had during his initial years in the industry when his brand, Amit Aggarwal was still in its nascent stages back in 2012-2013. "I had the pleasure of meeting Priyanka Chopra when she was shooting for Barfi. This was my first time meeting her, I walked into the room, where there were many people of the crew around because it was a shooting set. However, the magnetism the kind of power that she had was unlike any other." Amit Aggarwal further told NDTV about Priyanka Chopra, "More than global domination, she was born to rule. I never felt that much power - every word that comes out of her mouth is laced in power and confidence. She has the glowing aura of a kryptonite." He further revealed a few more fun details in a candid round of rapid fire. When asked what his favourite item of clothing is, Amit Aggarwal instantly reverted, "A pair of black anything." His dream destination for a fashion show is China. A person who Amit Aggarwal dreams to dress is The Devil Wears Prada 2 star Meryl Streep. Amit Aggarwal surely saved the best for the last. When asked who is the most stylish politician as per him, Amit laughingly responded, "It'll be super controversial if I said that." Then quickly added, "For me its Rahul Gandhi."
Time of India
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Amit Aggarwal explores the boundaries of runway with structured chaos at the India Couture Week 2025
(Image Credits: Instagram) Ladies and gentlemen, get ready to step into a parallel realm. Swirling flames and pulsating music set the mood, with an air of mystery lingering throughout. From vibrant reds to iconic blues, Amit Aggarwal 's latest collection felt sharp, mystical, and powerful. Sculpted ensembles and striking metallic hair accessories carried an aura of poise and polish, looking more like wearable art than fashion. But this wasn't just another runway show, it was an invitation to immerse yourself in an otherworldly dimension, where dystopia met desire and traditional couture was completely reimagined. Amit Aggarwal crafted a stunning collection for a bolder tomorrow, painting the story of life right on the runway. (Image Credits: Instagram) Known for his futuristic vision and fearless storytelling, Aggarwal embraced the darker side of fashion this season, moving away from the land of all things bright and beautiful. His raw, sculpted pieces - gowns, suits, co-ords, and bold headgear, spoke of presence, power, and an unbreakable spirit. Amit Aggarwal's futuristic fashion at FDCI India Couture Week 2022 This couture line explored the deeper systems of time, symbiosis through metaphor, and the idea of regal transformation. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like She Was Beautiful, Now Its Hard To Look At Her Crowdy Fan Undo It told a tale inspired by the microscopic lattice of life - specifically, the DNA of the human body. From our biological blueprint to the intangible threads of memory encoded within us, Aggarwal's creations brought science, symbolism, and emotion to life. (Image Credits: Instagram) For Amit Aggarwal, couture is a living, breathing continuity, where ideas take shape through many hands. Yet, it's in the quiet, meditative hours of creation that these pieces truly bloom. And in doing so, he makes us reflect on the delicate bridge between the living and the material world.
