Global India Couture Week Season 5: A Fusion of Fashion and Innovation In Association with IFDC
The excitement was palpable as The Black Page Fashion, in association with the International Fashion Design Council (IFDC), unveiled the 5th season of Global India Couture Week (GICW) recently at The Bristol, Gurugram. The event radiated creativity, showcasing a breathtaking blend of established fashion giants and fresh, emerging talent. Each designer brought their unique flair, making it a week to remember.
Reflecting on the journey, Mr. M Satya, Managing Director of GICW, shared, “GICW was born from a desire to give undiscovered talent a platform, allowing them to stand shoulder-to-shoulder with industry icons. It’s all about creating a bridge between the rich Indian fashion landscape and international trends.” His passion for nurturing young designers was echoed by Mr. Sidharrth, Director of Operations at GICW, who added, “We’re here to fuel the growth of those just starting their journey, giving them the space and spotlight they deserve.”
This season’s designer lineup included a stellar array of talent such as Robert Naorem, Sabyasachi Satyapathi, Ama X Aditi Jaggi Rastogi, Shravan Kumar, Geisha Designs, IIFT, Debjani, Lakshmi Reddy, Label M, Aankona, Tanmay Couture, Handloom Collection by Ekta, Vatramss, Nazim Ali, Rian Fernandez, Stuti Weaves, Manoviraj, Abhishek Sharma, Shahid Afridi, Khushi Chauhan, Mukesh Dubey, Earth Piece, Atelier D’Vany, Vasundhara Design House, Allie Sharma, Idea Design House, Nitin Singh, Chaitanya Rao, Lalit Dalmia, Afro Wema, Khazani, Momi’s Wardrobe, Avishekk, Naiya, Blue Wardrobe, Knots, Gulabo Jaipur, Atelier Zuhra, Tanieya Khanuja, NIFD Global Jaipur, Rajdeep Ranawat, Cahiers, Altin Duvak, Ashikur Rahman Couture, HB Design, Charini, O:Live Couture, and Anju Modi.
From the elegance of established houses to the daring creativity of up-and-coming designers, every collection spoke of dedication, vision, and passion.
What made the event even more special were the collaborations with brands like Lakmé Salon, Hustle, Jimmy’s, Ayaz Perfume, and Pressto. Together, they ensured the experience was nothing short of perfection—from styling and fragrance to the flawless maintenance of every ensemble. The energy in the room was electrifying, fueled by Waka Waka, the official entertainment partner, bringing the event to life in the most vibrant way.
