For Spring/Summer 2026, Dhruv Kapoor returned to the essence of dressing - and then pushed it forward. The collection explored how Indian fashion’s most familiar forms could be rebuilt for a global audience that no longer sees gender, heritage, or silhouette in binary terms.

The show opened with reworked kurtas and bandhgalas in grounded, neutral tones, layered over structured skirts and tailored vests. Petticoats became sculptural shapes; briefs and waistcoats peeked out from beneath translucent organza. It felt like Kapoor was deconstructing not just clothing, but cultural expectations.

Throughout, his signature floral prints appeared - not in the predictable sense, but reimagined through modern tailoring. Think delicate embroidery running across sharp-shouldered blazers, or blooms printed on shorts and crisp shirts. The juxtaposition of soft motifs against rigid form felt like Kapoor at his best: romantic but controlled, decorative yet distinctly modern.

The collection also played with embellished details on tailored separates; glass beads tracing lapels, rhinestone trims on denim jackets and embellished column skirts. It didn’t scream for attention - it whispered it.

The craftsmanship was visible but never showy - a nod to the quiet luxury of Indian technique, repurposed for today’s wardrobe.

Colours moved between sandy neutrals, stark black, and faded florals - the palette of something lived-in and personal. If earlier collections leaned streetwear, SS26 was introspective: softer, more resolved.

In a season full of noise, Dhruv Kapoor made a case for refinement. Sometimes, the most modern thing a designer can do is look back - and rebuild the foundations from the inside out.

Watch the full show here: Dhruv Kapoor SS26