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The Story
India Fashion Week London was created to celebrate the creativity, craftsmanship, and global influence of South Asian fashion on an international stage.
Produced by Platinum Group, a company with deep roots within the British Asian community, the event builds on more than two decades of experience delivering world class exhibitions and fashion led experiences. Through platforms such as the The National Asian Wedding Show, Platinum Group has engaged hundreds of thousands of Asian brides, grooms, and fashion conscious audiences across the United Kingdom.
Recognising the growing global demand for South Asian couture and designer fashion, Platinum Group launched India Fashion Week London in 2014 as a dedicated runway platform for leading and emerging designers from around the world. Positioned alongside the World’s Leading Asian wedding exhibition, the debut season welcomed more than 6,000 visitors who came to experience the latest collections and fashion trends from India, the United Arab Emirates, the United States, and Canada.
Today, 12 years on, India Fashion Week London continues to bring together designers, media, buyers, and fashion enthusiasts, providing an influential international platform where creativity, culture, and couture take centre stage in one of the world’s fashion capitals.
Event Outline
The 2026 season of India Fashion Week London will take place on the 21st and 22nd November 2026 at Novotel London West.
The main runway showcase will be held on Saturday 21st November 2026, where designers will present their latest collections on an international catwalk in front of media, buyers, and fashion audiences.
On Sunday 22nd November 2026, the exhibition element of the event will take place, providing designers and brands with the opportunity to engage directly with visitors, industry professionals, and prospective clients.
As India Fashion Week London takes place alongside The National Asian Wedding Show at the same venue, attendees will also benefit from complimentary access to the exhibition floor, offering additional exposure to thousands of visitors attending the World’s Leading Asian wedding show.
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RC Dalal Memorial Award
Mr RC Dalal, an icon and a pioneer in Fashion and Arts Education was the enigmatic Founder and Executive Director of JD Institute Fashion Technology, India. A man of exuberance and charisma, he touched the lives of innumerable people and transformed their lives by making them follow their imagination. A mentor and a guide by profession, his gamut of knowledge and experience helped JD Institute to be one of the Top Institute in Fashion Technology.
Mr RC Dalal was also a founder member of India Fashion Week London alongside Manny Singh from Platinum Group. To honour Mr RC Dalal for all his efforts, contribution, association and dedication for supporting India Fashion week and taking it to new heights, the “RC DALAL MEMORIAL AWARD” was instituted to confer the top designer talent during the India Fashion Week
Audience & Market Insights
India Fashion Week London provides designers and brands with direct access to one of the most influential and fashion conscious South Asian audiences in Europe. Through the combined reach of Platinum Group’s events and digital platforms, participating brands gain exposure to a highly engaged consumer market with strong purchasing power.
South Asian Market in the United Kingdom
The South Asian population in the United Kingdom is estimated to exceed 5 million people, representing one of the most economically influential ethnic communities in the country.
Direct Audience Reach
Through our exhibitions, fashion events, and digital platforms, Platinum Group connects with approximately 18% of the UK South Asian market, offering brands direct access to a highly targeted audience.
High Spending Power
The average South Asian wedding in the United Kingdom typically ranges between £50,000 and £80,000, with fashion, jewellery, and styling forming a significant part of this expenditure.
Fashion Conscious Consumers
Our typical audience profile is female, aged between 21 and 45, university educated, brand aware, and highly engaged with luxury fashion and designer labels. On average, this audience spends approximately £500 per outfit, with many purchasing multiple outfits for weddings, celebrations, and cultural events.
Combined Annual Reach
Across our live events, social media platforms, and digital marketing channels, our combined annual audience reach exceeds 650,000 individuals, providing participating designers with exceptional visibility both online and in person.
India Fashion Week London offers an unparalleled opportunity for designers to showcase their collections to a discerning audience that values craftsmanship, luxury, and contemporary South Asian fashion on a global stage.
Opportunity
An exclusive opportunity to elevate the profile of your brand through participation in India Fashion Week London.
India Fashion Week London celebrates creativity, craftsmanship, and innovation within the global South Asian fashion industry. The platform brings together designers, brands, media, buyers, and fashion conscious audiences to experience the latest collections and emerging trends from across the world.
By participating as an exhibitor and showcasing your collection on the runway, designers benefit from a powerful platform to present their work to a highly engaged and influential audience. The event offers significant exposure, enabling brands to build recognition, generate new business opportunities, and strengthen their presence within the international fashion market.
Participants also benefit from valuable networking opportunities throughout the programme of events, providing the chance to connect with potential clients, collaborators, industry professionals, and media in a premium and dynamic environment.
Exhibition Stands
India Fashion Week London will feature a dedicated exhibition located on the first floor of Novotel London West. The exhibition takes place alongside The National Asian Wedding Show, which is now in its 22nd year and is widely recognised as Europe’s largest Asian wedding exhibition.
The exhibition will run from 11:00 am to 7:00 pm on Sunday 22nd November 2026, providing designers and brands with the opportunity to showcase their collections and engage directly with visitors, potential clients, and industry professionals.
A variety of stand options are available for exhibitors, ranging from 3m x 2m shell scheme stands to 3m x 3m spaces, with larger stands available upon request.
Stand Options
3m x 2m Stand – £1,500
Catwalk + 3m x 2m Stand – £4,500
This exhibition environment allows participating designers to extend their runway presence by meeting visitors face to face, building relationships, and generating new business opportunities throughout the day.
Catwalk
Secure a coveted place on the runway at India Fashion Week London and present your latest collection on an international stage.
The fashion catwalk offers designers the opportunity to showcase their creations in a professionally produced runway show featuring experienced models, bespoke choreography, world class production, and carefully curated theming. Designed to create a powerful visual experience, the runway presentation ensures that each collection leaves a lasting impression on the audience, media, and industry professionals in attendance.
Catwalk Participation
Catwalk Showcase – £3,500
Includes up to 12 professional models & professional hair & makeup.
All catwalk participants will also receive professional photographs and a professionally edited video of their runway segment, providing valuable content for marketing, press, and social media.
The Global Fashion Design Awards take place alongside India Fashion Week London in London, celebrating excellence, creativity, and innovation within the global fashion industry.
The awards recognise both emerging and established designers who are making a significant impact in the world of fashion. All designers participating in India Fashion Week London are automatically entered into the Global Fashion Design Awards, giving them the opportunity to gain additional recognition for their collections and creative vision.
The awards provide an international platform to honour outstanding talent while highlighting the artistry, craftsmanship, and innovation that continue to shape the future of global fashion.
Catwalk Show Director
Lokesh Sharma is an internationally recognised show director and choreographer, having directed runway shows for designers and brands from across the globe including India, Paris, Lebanon, New York, Spain, Qatar, Dubai, Pakistan, London, Kuwait, Morocco, Poland, and Germany.
He is widely known for his expertise in fashion show direction, choreography, and creative production, working with international designers, luxury brands, fashion awards, and fashion film productions.
In recognition of his exceptional contribution to the industry, Lokesh Sharma was honoured with the New Age Show Director of the Year award at one of India’s most prestigious fashion industry events, the India Fashion Awards.
Event Organisers
With an extensive portfolio of international events, Platinum Group has established a strong reputation for delivering large scale productions across the United Kingdom and internationally.
Established in 2004, Platinum Group offers a comprehensive 360 degree event management service, covering every stage of event delivery from concept development and creative direction through to set design, staging, audio visual production, décor, theming, and post event production.
Within the South Asian entertainment and lifestyle sector, Platinum Group has been involved in the delivery and production of several high profile events and international tours, including the A. R. Rahman Journey Home World Tour, the Rahat Live concert featuring Rahat Fateh Ali Khan, and the highly successful SLAM! The Tour, which featured leading Bollywood stars including Shah Rukh Khan, Deepika Padukone, Abhishek Bachchan, and Madhuri Dixit. The company has also delivered the Dabangg Tour featuring Salman Khan, Sonakshi Sinha, Jacqueline Fernandez, and Badshah.
Alongside these large scale productions, the experienced team at Platinum Group has also been delivering the world’s leading Asian wedding exhibition, The National Asian Wedding Show, for over 22 years. The company also produces premium fashion and wedding platforms including India Fashion Week London.
Expanding its international footprint, Platinum Group has also launched the Dubai Wedding Show, bringing its successful exhibition format to the Middle East. The Dubai Wedding Show connects luxury wedding brands, designers, and service providers with high net worth couples from across the UAE and the wider Gulf region. The event showcases leading names in bridal fashion, jewellery, destination weddings, hospitality, and luxury wedding services, creating a unique platform where international brands can engage directly with one of the world’s most dynamic and fast growing wedding markets.
To discuss participation and sponsorship opportunities please contact:
info@indiafashionweek.co.uk
+44 (0) 208 050 1836
whatsapp/mobile +44 (0) 7971 060647