JAIPUR, INDIA: Day 1 of House of Glenfiddich Presents FDCI India Men’s Weekend 2026 unfolded at the historic Diggi Palace, Jaipur, setting a confident tone for a weekend dedicated to the evolving language of Indian menswear where craftsmanship, culture, and contemporary design converged with global intent.
Launched in 2008, FDCI’s menswear platform has steadily evolved into one of the country’s most significant showcases for men’s fashion. Over the years, it has played a pivotal role in shaping narratives, nurturing design talent, and fostering meaningful industry engagement. Today, India proudly stands as the fourth global destination to host a dedicated men’s fashion week, alongside Paris, Milan, and New York.
In its renewed avatar, the fourth edition reinforces FDCI’s long-term commitment to advancing Indian menswear, now further strengthened through its collaboration with the House of Glenfiddich, as Indian design continues to position itself with confidence on the global stage.
Taking centre stage across Day 1 was the House of Glenfiddich × Three Sixty Collection, presented as a design-led expression of considered living and enduring craftsmanship. Rooted in material integrity, precision, and longevity, the collection was seamlessly integrated into the show environment, aligning organically with the sensibilities of modern Indian menswear. The presentation reflected a philosophy where luxury is revealed through time, intention, and detail celebrating craftsmanship and contemporary culture through refined, immersive design moments.
The collaboration found a natural synergy during the finale presentations by Ashish Soni where select pieces from the House of Glenfiddich travel collection appeared as quiet yet confident runway accents objects designed for a life in motion. Premium leather travel duffles, sling and waist bags, portfolio pieces, and refined luggage trolleys in rich brown, black, tan, and green hues reinforced a shared language of restraint, functionality, and understated sophistication.
Ashish Soni presented a fluid, layered menswear wardrobe rooted in comfort and tactile expression, where relaxed silhouettes, earthy tones, and softened tailoring reflected a contemporary ease. Kommal and Ratool Sood followed with The Nocturne Collection, reaffirming the suit as a modern uniform through jewel-toned textures, graphic detailing, and Savile Row precision.
Paresh Lamba presented Kaivalya, a restrained exploration of Indo-Western ceremonial dressing where architectural black silhouettes, disciplined tailoring, and controlled embellishment expressed masculinity as inward power rather than outward display.
Nitika Mahisalkar revisited her roots in Sidhpur, translating Victorian havelis and pastel nostalgia into a richly textured Spring 2026 narrative, while Nitin Bal Chauhan unveiled a somber, mystic collection inspired by the Himalayan folk tale of Gugga where aged surfaces, tribal accents, and resilient silhouettes brought ancient craftsmanship into sharp focus.
The day concluded with a powerful close led by Rajesh Pratap Singh, whose final presentations brought Day 1 to a resonant end through restrained storytelling, textile innovation, and an unmistakable balance of tradition and modernity, cementing the opening day as a compelling statement on the depth, diversity, and direction of Indian menswear today.
