The definition of Fashion has changed a lot with urbanism and evolved mind-set of people. It does not restrict to specific colours, fabrics or designs anymore but initiates a different ball game of status and exclusivity too. People are not afraid of experimenting and shelling out money if a product suits their taste.
The impact in Fashion Industry today is reflected globally, and people wear and accessorize themselves with stuff from around the world, instead of only local. Designers travel all across the world and put their ideas at work in their couture lines. Bollywood and Celebrity Fashionistas have given the additional boost to the Fashion Industry. The media and other visual sources helped in spreading awareness and reach. Also many people travelling abroad bring in different blends of different cultures too.
Fashion shows have enabled the designers to showcase their work on a large platform. This could have only been possible with the necessary guidance of Fashion Design Council of India (FDCI), which trains fashion designers, stylists, choreographers and others associated to constantly improve. Not only that, the brands associated in promoting the Fashion Shows ensure to generate required number ,and quality of footfalls in these shows.
Currently, Indian Fashion industry is no less in comparison to Fashion destinations like Paris, Milan, New York and London. Below are few top Fashion Events that happen in India every year.
1.Lakme Fashion Week (LFW) – LFW is one of the most happening and looked forward to Fashion Event of India. Hosted in Mumbai, with a bi-annual occurrence on February and August respectively, it is a treat for all the Fashion lovers. It is controlled by Fashion Design Council of India (FDCI) and sponsored by Lakme. With a wide display of creations from around 33 designers in whole, the Bollywood divas and the Fashionistas across the country also make their presence felt on this event.
2.Wills Lifestyle India Fashion Week – Just like the LFW, it also occurs bi-annually on March and October with its Autumn-Winter and Spring-Summer collections respectively .Run by FDCI, it was hosted in Delhi this year.118 designers showcase their creations during this event.
3.Indian Bridal Fashion Week (IBFW)–Sponsored by Aamby Valley, held in both Delhi and Mumbai twice a year, this event boasts of being one of the top 5 fashion events in the country. USP of this show are its unique range of wedding trousseau and bridal collections.
4.Bangalore Fashion Week (BFW) – Held twice an year in the IT Capital of India, BFW highlights on introducing new talents to the visitors , apart from building a connect between buyers, media and the Fashion domain.
5.North India Fashion Week (NIFW) – A fresh venture with a concept of commissioning boasts of being a “one-stop solution” event for Fashion Lovers through their unique strategy. NIFW also provides consulting services for aspirants in any sub-domain related to Fashion.
Van Heusen India Men’s Week – Launched by FDCI, Van Heusen India Men’s Week is considered to be a sole week-long celebration for menswear fashion event. Visitors claim of an extravagant show by designers like Rajesh Pratap Singh and Raghavendra Rathore taking menswear to a whole new level.