Global Glamour with an Indian Soul: Anamika Khanna at London Fashion Week

London Fashion Week unfolded with irresistible glamour, from Burberry’s standout showcase to Simone Rocha’s darkly youthful contrast collections, but a label that stood out with them was Anamika Khanna’s AK|OK. She truly shifted the conversation with her debut showcase at London Fashion Week held at the iconic Hamleys. With AK|OK’s Spring/Summer 2026 collection, she translated the soul of Indian craftsmanship for a global stage, presenting creations that felt rooted in heritage yet alive with modern resonance.

Image Credits: AK | OK Anamika Khanna/Instagram

Khanna’s collection unfolded like poetry in motion, with sheer chikankari layers, intricate embroideries, and silver ornament-inspired details floating across the runway. Layering formed the essence of her showcase – subtle yet sculptural, never overpowering, but perfectly attuned to the international audience. The highlight: lace-embroidered boots that infused the silhouettes with a sharp, contemporary edge.

Image Credits: AK | OK Anamika Khanna/Instagram

For Anamika Khanna, fashion is never just form; it is also in the storytelling. Drawing on mythic references from the Ramayana and Mahabharata, she channelled their emotional depth rather than literal depictions, interlacing them with astronomy-inspired motifs and prints –an exploration of how India’s storytelling traditions can evolve for a global audience. The result was a collection that felt celestial, intimate, and distinctly Indian, yet universally resonant.

AK|OK Anamika Khanna Spring/Summer 2026 at London Fashion Week 2025.
Image Credits: AK | OK Anamika Khanna/Instagram

Anamika Khanna’s London debut is more than a milestone; it’s a testament to the shifting contours of India’s luxury landscape. With pioneers like Amit Aggarwal, Gaurav Gupta, and Tarun Tahiliani paving the way, labels such as AK|OK and Kartik Research are now redefining the global couture.

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