Photos: Gaurav Gupta's SS26 Is Possibly His Most Symbolic Collection Yet

Indian fashion mogul Gaurav Gupta's Spring Summer 2026 collection left the fashion world in awe at the Paris Couture Week. Here are the photos and stories behind the designs.

Tanya Savkoor

29 Jan 2026 18:45 IST

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The Divine Androgyne

Gaurav Gupta's 'Divine Androgyne' explores "advait", the Indian philosophical concept of a non-binary, indivisible reality. | Image Credit: Daniele Oberrauch / gorunway.com

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Spiritual inspiration

The 36-design collection draws from the philosophical ideas of cosmic unity, duality, and wholeness. | Image Credit: Daniele Oberrauch / gorunway.com

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Unity, not division

Gupta summed up the collection's philosophy in an Instagram caption: "When you and I are one." | Image Credit: Daniele Oberrauch / gorunway.com

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Rooted in personal experiences

The collection is also inspired by Gupta and his partner poet Navkirat Sodhi's life-altering fire accident a few years ago, bringing themes of life, death, and survival into focus. | Image Credit: Daniele Oberrauch / gorunway.com

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Human energy

The body is treated as a map of energy rather than just a physical form. | Image Credit: Daniele Oberrauch / gorunway.com

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Sculpted silhouettes

Many looks are tightly sculpted to follow the natural shape of the body. | Image Credit: Daniele Oberrauch / gorunway.com

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Layers and drapes

The collection includes unique and structural drapes that express movement and balance. | Image Credit: Daniele Oberrauch / gorunway.com

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Balance in focus

The theme of 'balance', showing masculine and feminine energies as one, was evident throughout the show. | Image Credit: Daniele Oberrauch / gorunway.com

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Organic textures

Many outfits use textures inspired by nature, like petals and feathers. | Image Credit: Daniele Oberrauch / gorunway.com

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Soft colours

The pastels, whites, and nudes represent purity, transformation, and new beginnings. | Image Credit: Daniele Oberrauch / gorunway.com

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Bold blacks

The black designs create contrast, making crystals and metallic details stand out. | Image Credit: Daniele Oberrauch / gorunway.com

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Striking reds

The red looks are fierce and dramatic, creating a strong visual contrast. | Image Credit: Daniele Oberrauch / gorunway.com

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Gold elements

Splashes of gold and metallics recalled Indian heritage while adding richness and warmth. | Image Credit: Daniele Oberrauch / gorunway.com

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Playing with reflection

The collection also uses metallic or holographic fabrics to reflect light like moving energy. | Image Credit: Daniele Oberrauch / gorunway.com

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A memorable ending

The show concluded on a symbolic moment as Navkirat walked in white, emphasizing themes of love, balance, and unity. | Image Credit: Daniele Oberrauch / gorunway.com

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Indian philosophy on global stage

Gaurav Gupta blends timeless artistry with storytelling to take Indian couture to the international fashion forefront. | Image Credit: Daniele Oberrauch / gorunway.com

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Gaurav Gupta's legacy

Gupta is celebrated for creating visionary couture that transforms fashion into art and tells a story of beauty, balance, and innovation. | Image Credit: Daniele Oberrauch / gorunway.com

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