What are the key trends you see emerging for grooms in 2026? How is menswear evolving beyond the traditional sherwani?
Menswear is becoming much more exciting. The sherwani will always have its place, but now there are shorter proportions, beautifully cut bandhgalas, layered tailoring, relaxed trousers and jackets that bring Indian craft into a more international silhouette. I also see grooms becoming more interested in texture and tone-on-tone embroidery rather than only very ornate surface work. For me, jewellery is becoming part of that evolution too: brooches and collar pins can completely transform a very clean, contemporary look.
Are today’s grooms becoming more experimental with colour, silhouettes, layering and accessories?
Completely! Men are far more involved in the process now. They are open to colour, embroidery, jewellery and interesting proportions. Even traditional ivory can become very modern through texture, layering or tone-on-tone craftsmanship. And I love seeing men enjoy fashion rather than treating their wedding outfit as something they simply have to wear.
How important are details such as jewellery, footwear, brooches, layering and personalised embroidery in completing a groom’s look?
They can completely change menswear. I particularly love brooches and collar pins from our jewellery collection because they let a groom add personality and preciousness without overwhelming the look. A beautifully crafted brooch on a bandhgala or a pair of collar pins can become the focal point. The important thing is editing. Every detail should feel intentional; you don’t need to wear everything at once.
What are the three top absolute must-haves in a contemporary groom trousseau?
A beautifully tailored bandhgala, an impeccably crafted kurta set that can be worn repeatedly, and one great ceremonial look- whether that is a sherwani or something more individual. And while technically that makes four, I would always add a great piece of jewellery: a brooch or collar pins. They can be worn again and again and completely change the character of a look.
What are the biggest mistakes couples make when planning their wedding trousseau?
Trying to do too much and leaving decisions too late. Sometimes couples approach every event individually and end up with five looks competing with one another. Think about the wardrobe as a whole: where you want colour, where you want glamour, where you want tradition and where you can be quieter. And most importantly, make sure you are comfortable.
Your Takes
What is one wedding fashion trend you feel has been overdone?
I think excess for the sake of excess. More embroidery, more jewellery and more volume don’t automatically make something more luxurious. For me, luxury is increasingly about craftsmanship, proportion, finish and individuality.
One fashion rule every bride should break?
That there is a particular colour she has to wear. I love tradition, but I’ve always believed a bride should choose the colour that makes her feel most beautiful.
One timeless piece every groom should own?
A beautiful piece of high jewellery. It could be a brooch that you can wear for years, style in different ways, and always have it retain its elegance.
Who is one Bollywood celebrity you would love to dress for their wedding- or dress again?
I’ve been fortunate to dress so many friends and people I’ve known for years for some of the most important moments of their lives. I wouldn’t choose one. Every wedding I’ve been part of has been special because the clothes are connected to such a personal memory.
If you could change one thing about the Indian fashion industry today, what would it be?
I would like to see Indian craftsmanship valued even more globally for what it truly is: luxury at the highest level. Our Paris Haute Couture Week debut reinforced that belief for me. We have extraordinary techniques and generations of knowledge in this country, but what excites me is not only preserving them- it is experimenting with them and taking them somewhere new.
