Sabyasachi's multi-year collaboration with The Metropolitan Museum of Art is among the fashion developments highlighting Indian design's global reach.
October 2, 2026: Indian fashion is continuing to expand its international presence, with Sabyasachi’s multi-year collaboration with The Metropolitan Museum of Art among the developments highlighted in the latest fashion news.
Sabyasachi and The Met
The partnership begins with a Byzantine-inspired high-jewellery collection. The pieces are being conceived, developed and handcrafted in India, drawing on the museum’s extensive collection of global art and cultural objects.
The collaboration connects Indian craftsmanship with an international cultural institution and places the designer’s work within a broader conversation about heritage, art and contemporary luxury.
Other developments
Harper’s Bazaar India also highlighted the planned India debut of SKIMS in collaboration with Reliance Brands, with stores planned for Delhi and Mumbai. The report also covered AK|OK’s launch at Selfridges London and the 2027 Pirelli Calendar’s India-focused project.
The wider trend
Together, these developments point to a fashion market in which Indian designers, brands, craftsmanship and cultural narratives are increasingly being presented to international audiences.
Source: Harper’s Bazaar India, October 2, 2026.
