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Lakmē Fashion Week Highlights Indian Craftsmanship with Designer Samant Chauhan
✍️ The Assam Tribune
🗓 15 Oct 2026, 08:03 AM
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Lakmē Fashion Week showcased Indian artisanship, featuring designer Samant Chauhan on the runway.
Lakmē Fashion Week opened its latest edition with a dedicated showcase of Indian craftsmanship. Renowned designer Samant Chauhan presented a collection that blended traditional handwork with contemporary silhouettes, underscoring the event's focus on homegrown talent.
The runway featured garments crafted from indigenous fabrics such as khadi, handloom silk, and embroidered cotton, each piece highlighting the skill of regional artisans. Organisers said the collaboration aims to boost visibility for craftsmen and encourage sustainable fashion practices.
Industry observers noted that the inclusion of a designer known for championing ethical production signals a broader shift in India's fashion landscape toward heritage‑driven design. The event, covered by The Assam Tribune, is part of a growing series of fashion weeks that prioritize local creativity over imported trends.
The runway featured garments crafted from indigenous fabrics such as khadi, handloom silk, and embroidered cotton, each piece highlighting the skill of regional artisans. Organisers said the collaboration aims to boost visibility for craftsmen and encourage sustainable fashion practices.
Industry observers noted that the inclusion of a designer known for championing ethical production signals a broader shift in India's fashion landscape toward heritage‑driven design. The event, covered by The Assam Tribune, is part of a growing series of fashion weeks that prioritize local creativity over imported trends.