New Delhi: In 2025, Indian designers continued to captivate international audiences, with global superstars choosing couture that blended tradition, innovation,
and artistry. From red carpets to concert stages, celebrities like Beyoncé, Shakira, Megan Thee Stallion, Lisa, Queen Latifah, and Jennifer Lopez wore meticulously crafted ensembles that highlighted intricate embroidery, dramatic silhouettes, and sparkling embellishments. Each outfit not only showcased the designer’s signature vision but also elevated the performers’ stage presence, proving that Indian fashion has become a powerhouse in global style conversations.
These iconic looks spanned concerts, award shows, and fashion weeks, turning heads and setting trends worldwide. By championing Indian couture, these stars brought attention to designers like Manish Malhotra, Gaurav Gupta, Anamika Khanna, and Rahul Mishra. The year 2025 marked a defining moment where celebrity influence and high fashion combined, creating unforgettable style moments on international platforms.
International stars championing Indian designers in 2025
1. Beyoncé in MM Couture at Cowboy Carter Tour
Beyoncé lit up the stage in a custom creation by Manish Malhotra while performing alongside Jay Z. Her chaps, inspired by classic cowboy pants, were transformed into haute couture with intricate hand embroidery, sequins, and over 10,000 Swarovski crystals. A sleek black bodysuit complemented the chaps, creating a fierce and futuristic look that caught the stage lights beautifully with every movement.
2. Beyoncé in Gaurav Gupta Couture at Luar Fall Show
At New York Fashion Week, Beyoncé attended the Luar show in a celestial grey embellished blazer dress paired with a hooded sheer bodysuit and thigh-high boots. Accentuating the cowgirl theme, she added oversized sunglasses, a holographic Luar bag, and her signature cowboy hat. The ensemble came from Gupta’s ‘Aarohanam’ collection, fresh from Paris Couture Week, reflecting elegance with a modern twist.
3. Shakira in Anamika Khanna at Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour
During her Indian tour stops, Shakira dazzled in a fiery red two-piece set by Anamika Khanna. The bralette featured intricate threadwork, shimmering beads, Swarovski crystals, and diamond embellishments, paired with a flowing layered skirt with feather detailing at the waist. The ensemble amplified her energy on stage while adding drama and elegance to her performance.
4. Megan Thee Stallion in Chakric Drape Chain Gown by Gaurav Gupta
At Paris Couture Week SS ’25, Megan wore a gown entirely made of chains, ghungroos, and coins over a brown strapless bodysuit. Inspired by tribal India, the Chakric Drape Chain Gown included chunky silver chains, headgear, and necklaces. Her hair was styled in a low bun to highlight the headpiece, complemented with soft brown makeup and black winged eyeliner, balancing grandeur with sophistication.
5. BLACKPINK’s Lisa in Rahul Mishra at the 2025 Oscars
Lisa made history as the first K-Pop performer at the Oscars, wearing Rahul Mishra’s black velvet ‘Gaian Genesis’ gown from ‘The Pale Blue Dot’ Spring Couture 2025 collection. The dress featured a slit and delicate black embroidery. Fans celebrated her choice, noting the iconic Indian brand elevated her red-carpet presence to global fashion attention.
6. Queen Latifah in Rahul Mishra at the Grammy Awards
Queen Latifah presented the Dr Dre Impact Award wearing an off-the-runway floor-length cape with three-dimensional details over a black suit. The cape featured 60 pyramidal structures in four sizes, hand-embroidered with thread and sequins. Rahul Mishra revealed that the ensemble took 12,000 hours to create, blending futuristic silhouettes with meticulous craftsmanship.
7. Jennifer Lopez in Anamika Khanna at Abu Dhabi Concert
At Saadiyat Nights, Jennifer Lopez performed in a black ensemble with crystal embellishments on a high-neck top and tailored blazer. The outfit combined elegance and functionality with breezy trousers, sleek black heels, gloves, and a black hat. The couture look allowed freedom of movement on stage while commanding attention through intricate detailing and haute couture sophistication.
In 2025, Indian designers solidified their presence on global stages, proving that couture rooted in tradition and craftsmanship can make international statements.
