Luxury, ready-to-wear label 431-88 by Shweta Kapur has forayed into the bridalwear segment with the launch of its first ever bridal line. The line features tailored jackets with peplum waists, structured sari drapes that fall into fluid fabric and a six-kilo fully embroidered maxi coat (the only heavy piece), worn over a slinky draped gown.

Global colour standard system Pantone has unveiled Cloud Dancer as Colour of the Year 2026 - a billowy, paredback white that reflects a collective push towards clarity, rest and reset.

For the approaching Spring/Summer 2026 season, zebra and dalmatian prints have emerged as the strongest contenders within the animal print revival on the runways.

Papa Don’t Preach collection features fabrics ranging from Matka Silk and Raw Silk to Tulle and Organza, draped into pre-draped sarees with waterfall trails, embellished bodycon gowns with dainty capes, statement jumpsuits and bridal lehengas.