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NDTV
4 days ago
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NDTV Exclusive: Tarun Tahiliani Says, "Hindus Did Beautiful Textiles, Islam Brought Embroidery And The British Brought Tailoring"
Designer Tarun Tahiliani, who has marked 30 years in the fashion industry celebrated this milestone with a hallmark show case, Quintessence that was nothing but an ode to India and its legacy of couture. The extravagant fashion show was held at The Oberoi, New Delhi on Saturday, July 26, 2025, which was day 4 of the ongoing Hyundai Indian Couture Week 2025. The made in India for a modern India themed couture show was an intimate gathering to celebrate craft, culture and couture. It saw beauty moful Shahnaz Husain among other leading names in attendance. What's more, the finale of the show featured models walking to Alisha Chinai's hit pop song, Made In India that left the audience grooving too. View this post on Instagram A post shared by FDCI (@fdciofficial) Speaking to NDTV exclusively post the show Tarun Tahiliani said, "The collection was very opulent and rich in craft, but understated at the same time." View this post on Instagram A post shared by FDCI (@fdciofficial) Speaking of the focus on artisanship, especially now on a global level and how it can be promoted. Tarun Tahiliani said, "So our fashion did not exist in the western way. It was textile, embroidery and was handmade, whether it is Bandhani, Chikankari or Mukaish and all the weaves. Because suddenly we are becoming so western, it lost relevance. But the job of us designers is to revive it and we as Indians love it." View this post on Instagram A post shared by FDCI (@fdciofficial) He further said, "It is my big endeavour, where we want to be modern and live in the moment, but we also have to respect our heritage. The motto my company is 'All that we were and more'. So I always say Hindus did beautiful textile, Islam brought embroidery, the British brought tailoring; and our generation mixes it all together. That is the process of evolution, the more you do, the more you learn, the more you can do. And it becomes more relevant, in a way." View this post on Instagram A post shared by FDCI (@fdciofficial) Since Tarun Tahiliani's couture label is celebrating 30 glorious years in the industry this year. The stalwart designer gave witty and positive response to where does he see himself in the next 30 years to come. "I will still be here doing the same thing, but on a trampoline this time I hope."
News18
4 days ago
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- News18
Tarun Tahiliani Reimagines A Hand Painted Silk Panel Into A Couture Jacket
Hannah Cecil-Gurney, director, de Gournay, shares with News18 the inspiration behind the meticulously crafted hand painted panels and couture jacket, collaborating for the first time with an Indian fashion designer and blending couture and art at Hyundai India Couture Week 2025. Describe the bespoke suite of 'Early Views of India' panels that are designed for Tarun Tahiliani's showcase. Our 'Early Views of India' wallcovering design is inspired by a set of hand coloured aquatints published in the late 18th and early 19th century by Royal Academician Thomas Daniell and his nephew William. These aquatints gave the British public a window into the exotic sub-continent for the first time. advetisement Such insights sparked a cult fascination amongst the British for Indian design and architecture. Our design is a magnificent scene of exploration and includes a fascinating record of Indian landscapes, wildlife and original architecture: with Howdah backed and cloth capped Elephants ferrying people amidst palm forests and flowing rivers. When Tarun and I met several months ago, he was telling me that he had his own collection of 19th century aquatints in his home in Delhi. This wallcovering, inspired by these very aquatints, therefore felt like the most perfect choice. Tarun Tahiliani has reimagined a hand-painted custom silk panel into a one of a kind couture jacket. Take us through the process in creating the art. Tarun and I met in London several months ago. We both share a passion for exceptional craftsmanship and a love for creating beautiful design. Our brands have so many synergies that it felt like a perfect match. We produce beautiful silks and Tarun loved the quality of our fabrics but also the way we are able to hand paint them so delicately. Inspired by some of our chinoiserie wallcoverings, Tarun created a design layout of peony flowers growing up the jacket and he selected a wonderful soft colour palette in which we interpreted the design. What crafts were introduced in this couture jacket? Pure silk is hand dyed and the design is then painted entirely by hand onto the silk. Tarun's team then embellished the hand painted silk with gemstones so that the peony flowers would catch the light in the most lovely way. Describe blending couture and art on a platform like India Couture Week. People who love fashion, love design and therefore interiors. The two industries are inextricably linked. People use what they wear, and how they decorate their homes as a form of personal expression. Bringing the two together always feels very natural. Seeing Tarun's beautifully crafted couture set against a background of hand painted wallcovering creates a magical world for people to enjoy. This is the first time you have collaborated with an Indian designer. How was the experience and what memories through art have you taken back after this collaboration? Advertisement
News18
4 days ago
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Tarun Tahiliani's ‘Quintessence': A Salon-Style Ode To Craft, Clarity, And The Evolved Bride
Tarun Tahiliani's Quintessence is a poetic ode to couture that celebrates craft, clarity, and the evolving Indian bride. In the hushed elegance of The Oberoi's ballroom, imbued with the scent of fresh mogra and the soft refrains of live jazz, classical, and Indian instrumentals, Tarun Tahiliani unveiled 'Quintessence', his latest couture collection at India Couture Week 2025. Far from a typical runway spectacle, the designer chose an intimate salon-style presentation, where models meandered gracefully between seated guests, allowing the garments to be appreciated up close. It was a conscious nod to the original Parisian couture salons reimagined in the heart of Delhi, as Tahiliani marked 30 years in fashion, celebrating craftsmanship not with grandeur, but with intimacy, precision, and poetic restraint. Quintessence is exactly what the name suggests the most distilled essence of the designer's aesthetic vocabulary. Across 95 couture looks, the collection told a quiet, deeply layered story of India's heritage, interpreted through the lens of movement, modernity, and memory. The craftsmanship spoke in fluent whispers: fine chikankari, soft resham, delicate kasheedakari, shaded threadwork, intricate jaali, and whisper-light zardozi embroidery adorned panels of tulle, satin organza, lace, and bandhini. The silhouettes ranging from breezy panelled kalidars and concept saris to structured corsets, layered jackets, and fluid lehengas were designed with the contemporary bride in mind: one who values both comfort and couture. Sculpted yet effortless, each ensemble allowed for breath, movement, and expression. The palette unfolded like a sunrise beginning in notes of ivory, beige, and soft gold, then blooming into misty rose, almond, blush, and romantic pinks, finally culminating in deeper reds. Every hue felt deliberate, never overpowering. At the heart of the showcase was a profound sense of lightness not just in the physical weight of the garments, but in their spirit. There were no exaggerated flounces or heavy embellishments. Instead, pearls, crystals, resham threads, and abstract floral motifs were applied with intention. Further enriching the experience was a stunning collaboration with de Gournay, renowned for their hand-painted wallcoverings. For the show, they created a bespoke series of panels titled 'Early Views of India', painted on Ivory Indian Tea Paper, which transformed the ballroom into a living canvas of India's visual past. One of these paintings was also translated into a one-of-a-kind couture jacket, where decorative art and fashion converged in a single, breathtaking moment. More than just a collection, Quintessence is a mirror of Tarun himself 'deeply Indian, constantly evolving, thinking in English, dreaming in chikankari." It represents a shift, not a severance. A reimagining of bridalwear for a generation that seeks presence over pretense, lightness over legacy. The collaboration with The Oberoi, New Delhi, celebrating its 60th year, added yet another layer of legacy to the presentation. With its architectural poise and timeless energy, the hotel served not just as venue, but as muse mirroring the collection's calm, refined, and elemental beauty. In a couture landscape often dominated by spectacle, Quintessence chose a different kind of power: quiet, intelligent, exquisitely detailed. It's a collection that doesn't shout for attention, it simply holds it. view comments Location : New Delhi, India, India First Published: July 27, 2025, 11:14 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
The Hindu
4 days ago
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- The Hindu
Tarun Tahiliani's collection at India Couture Week 2025
Within the elegant confines of the Oberoi's ballroom, under the soft glow of lights and the scent of fresh mogra, 95 looks — rich with chikankari, resham, kasheedakari, shaded threadwork, jaali, and zardozi — narrate the story of artisanal techniques. Tarun Tahiliani's collection Quintessence, showcased as part of India Couture Week, is a quiet celebration of craft — textile, form, and finish. Strains of the piano, saxophone, cello, and drums fill the hall as models meander across the different seating areas. The music segues into jazz, classical, Indian and soft rock even, in a way that is symbolic of the diverse moods of today's bride. The silhouettes — in tulle, lace, satin organza, and bandhini — include lehengas, panelled kalidars, concept saris, layered jackets, and structured corsets, created keeping in mind movement, grace, and lightness. The colour palette starts off mellow with subtle shades of ivory, beige and soft gold and graduates to misty rose, blush, almond, pinks and then to reds. For this presentation, the designer chose to ditch the usual runway and do a salon-style viewing. The salon is a kind of runway — just more intimate, says Tarun. 'Couture, by nature, is incredibly detailed. Even I'm often stunned when I see how many thousands of hours go into a single garment,' he says. To honour this craftsmanship, he wanted people to experience the pieces up close, like the original Parisian couture salons where models walked between seated guests. 'Back then, it was about silhouettes. For us, it's about silhouette and the mastery of embroidery — something I believe no one in the world does quite like India. With the subdued colour palette in Quintessence, you need to get close to truly see the finesse,' explains Tarun. The garments teem with delicate florals, abstract foliage, and reimagined Mughal motifs. This collection, in some way, is a reflection of who Tarun is — 'deeply Indian, constantly evolving, thinking in English, dreaming in chikankari'. Quintessence is light and devoid of excesses. It takes a step back from heavy bridal wear. It's an evolution, not a rejection of tradition, Tarun clarifies. Brides today are choosing individuality over convention. They want to own who they are on their big day, not be weighed down by what they're 'supposed' to wear. The market is shifting too and this stems from women becoming more emancipated, educated, and expressive. They want wedding clothes that reflect them, not just societal expectation, he says. The wedding market now has a lot of Gen Z brides. This generation is known to be starkly different from the previous generations of millennials, Gen X, etc. Does the designer take a different approach while designing for them? 'I don't design for generations — I design for now. And 'now' is fluid,' says Tarun, adding, 'Gen Z brides are confident, self-aware, and experimental, but that doesn't mean we discard tradition. Rather, we reinterpret it — like a farshi skirt reimagined as a pleated wrap or chikankari on modern corsetry.' He approaches it by understanding the intention of the bride/groom. Whether someone is seeking minimalism or maximalism, Tarun offers tools to express that identity through cut, fabric, and detail. 'The only rule is authenticity,' he adds. For this show, Tarun once again chose to disperse with the concept of a celebrity showstopper. This goes with his firm belief that clothes must be the showstopper. He says, 'I've said it time and again — craft, karigar, construction: that's the real star. Let the work speak.'
News18
5 days ago
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Tarun Tahiliani: Couture Absolutely Needs Reinvention, But Reinvention That Honours Its Roots
Marking 30 years of Tarun Tahiliani, the couture and bridal collection, Quintessence, will be presented at India Couture Week 2025. Marking 30 years of Tarun Tahiliani's journey in the world of couture is not just a celebration but a gift that keeps on giving. Tarun Tahiliani is the Quintessence of Indian modernity, and the couture czar is all set to celebrate it on the runway at the Hyundai India Couture Week 2025. The couture and bridal collection, Quintessence, reimagines India's rich heritage through a modern lens — refined, soulful, and deeply personal. It is made for the bride who wants to feel light, present, and entirely herself. 30 years of redefining couture. What is Tarun Tahiliani the Quintessence of… At its heart, I'd say Tarun Tahiliani is the Quintessence of India Modern—where heritage techniques meet contemporary structure, where drape meets precision, and where comfort meets couture. Over the past three decades, we've built a language of refined opulence—where every detail is intentional, every silhouette allows movement, and the wearer always feels like the most elevated version of themselves. Quintessence is the merging of technique and experience, culminating in dreams. How has your design aesthetic evolved over the years, and does this collection mirror your journey? It's been an ongoing process of refinement. When I began, I was fascinated by structure, by pattern-making, by how Indian textiles could be tailored in a more international idiom. But with time, I realised that true luxury is about ease—about how something feels when it's worn, not just how it looks. The aesthetic has become lighter, quieter, and more nuanced. Quintessence is very much a mirror of that journey. It reflects where we are now—clear in identity, anchored in craft, but with a certain softness and intimacy that comes only with time. Tarun Tahiliani's creations have always reimagined India's heritage through a contemporary lens. Does couture need reinvention to stay relevant? Couture absolutely needs reinvention—but reinvention that honours its roots. We are custodians of a living heritage, and if we want it to resonate with a modern audience, we must evolve how we present it. That means using traditional techniques in lighter ways, designing for real movement, and understanding how today's bride or groom lives, travels, and celebrates. For me, reinvention isn't about turning away from the past—it's about making it meaningful in the present. Where do you draw inspiration from when you sit down to ideate for a new collection? It always starts with the body—with how a garment will move and feel on someone. Then comes the craft—the hand, the detail, the finesse of our karigars. Architecture often informs proportion and silhouette; miniature paintings inspire palette and embellishment. But most of all, inspiration comes from observing people—the modern Indian, deeply rooted yet fully global, who wants to express both tradition and individuality. Every collection is a response to that evolving identity. The part you are most proud of in this collection and what makes it special. What makes Quintessence truly special is its quiet clarity. There's a restraint to it—a confidence in not overdoing, in letting the craft breathe. I'm proud of how light the garments feel, how beautifully they move, and how intricately they're made, while still holding that emotional resonance. These are pieces that don't shout—but they stay with you. And ultimately, that's what I believe couture should do: hold memory, emotion, and craftsmanship, all in one timeless frame. Celebrate the spirit of Tarun Tahiliani Couture and Bridal Wear at Hyundai India Couture Week 2025 in association with Reliance Brands, a Fashion Design Council of India initiative on July 26, 2025, at The Oberoi, New Delhi. Location : Delhi, India, India First Published: July 26, 2025, 12:51 IST News lifestyle Tarun Tahiliani: Couture Absolutely Needs Reinvention, But Reinvention That Honours Its Roots Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
