Neha Mehrotra
14-Feb-2026
From fashion launches to haute horology and exciting events to attend this week, this list has got everything covered
1. Amit Aggarwal Launches AM:IT, his prêt label, at India Art Fair
Amit Aggarwal has reintroduced AM:IT, his original design language reimagined as a contemporary prêt label. The label was unveiled at the India Art Fair through an immersive installation at the BMW Lounge, followed by the opening of its first dedicated AM:IT store at Dhan Mill, New Delhi. AM: IT brings Amit Aggarwal’s couture vocabulary into everyday life, translating his sculptural, material-driven approach into wearable pieces that prioritise versatility, comfort, and function while maintaining strong design integrity. At its core, AM:IT focuses on the transformation of textiles. Materials are deconstructed and re-engineered into modern silhouettes using couture-level construction techniques. Upcycling is embedded as a design practice, ensuring exceptional materials such as Banarasi textiles, signature polymers, metallic overlays, and base muslins are given a renewed lifecycle.
2. Fratelli Vineyards Introduces the 15th Anniversary of SETTE in Collaboration with Manish Malhotra
Fratelli Vineyards releases the new vintage of SETTE, through an exclusive collaboration with designer Manish Malhotra. The limited edition release brings together the worlds of fine wine and Indian luxury couture, marking the 15th anniversary of its flagship label SETTE. Rendered in textured gold, the design draws from Indian couture, where surface, detail, and finish are integral to storytelling. A bold blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Sangiovese, the vintage wine is aged exclusively in French oak barrels. The wine reveals refined notes of raspberry, violet, and blackcurrant, layered with subtle hints of vanilla and spice. Smooth, structured, and elegantly balanced, it reflects both intensity and finesse.
3. DKNY Launches New 2026 Watch Collection in India
DKNY, announced the launch of its New Watch Collection in India. The collection, developed in collaboration with renowned watchmaker TMS Group, fuses modern design and expert craftsmanship—bringing the energy of New York City to Indian consumers. The collection will be distributed exclusively through appointed national distributor Bizotico and will be available in select premium retailers, large-format department stores, and multi-brand watch outlets across major cities, including Mumbai, Delhi NCR, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, Chennai, Kolkata, etc. All 5 variants of the watches feature reliable Japanese movement and are water-resistant, ensuring long-lasting wear and performance. Jewellery-inspired watches add a glamorous touch, sparkling with stone details and elegant finishes. Bold logos and graphic elements hype the brand’s identity, while contemporary silhouettes reflect the dynamic city life. The collection is balanced by sporty, functional designs crafted to keep pace with an active lifestyle through the colder months.
4. RADO Launches the Rado True Round x Les Couleurs® Le Corbusier® Special Edition
The Rado True Round x Les Couleurs® Le Corbusier® Special Edition celebrates the modernist master through three architecturally inspired timepieces. Each watch draws from an iconic Le Corbusier landmark—La Cité Radieuse, the Carpenter Center, and Chandigarh’s Capitol Complex—translating béton-brut textures and Polychromie Architectural hues into high-tech ceramic. Lightweight, scratch-resistant, and powered by the Rado calibre R763 with an 80-hour reserve, the collection unites bold colour, material innovation, and minimalist design in a striking tribute to Swiss creativity.
5. Hublot Announces Jung Kook as Global Brand Ambassador
Hublot welcomes Jung Kook, global artist, performer, and member of BTS, as its new Global Brand Ambassador. With the announcement of Jung Kook as Global Brand Ambassador, Hublot celebrates the meeting of an artist who redefines originality and a watch that has just returned to its own beginnings with the Big Bang Original Unico. The Big Bang Original Unico, launched in January 2026, carries twenty years of Hublot mastery.
6. 'ABYSSAL' – Rohit Gandhi + Rahul Khanna's Spring Summer '26 Couture
Rohit Gandhi + Rahul Khanna present Abyssal, their Spring/Summer Couture 2026 collection inspired by the architecture and quiet poetry of the ocean’s deepest depths. Sculpted silhouettes, layered translucency, and hand-embroidered pearls and crystals evoke bioluminescence and marine mineral forms. Moving through abyssal blues, greys, and frost whites, the collection favours structure over spectacle—designed for cocktail evenings and intimate wedding moments where elegance is expressed through restraint, depth, and composure rather than excess.
7. Kevin Pietersen Unveils Ardent Alcobev’s Premium Bottled-in-Origin Spirits Collection
Ardent Alcobev has launched a range of Bottled-in-Origin spirits at a glittering evening at Travancore Palace, fronted by former England cricket captain Kevin Pietersen. The collection includes Dram Bell Blended Scotch Whisky (Premium and 5-year-old Reserve), bottled in Scotland, alongside Russian-crafted Gin Soak Premium Dry Gin and Glacir Vodka. From Altai Highlands botanicals and Sagan Dali in Gin Soak to Lake Baikal’s pristine waters in Glacir Vodka, the range spotlights provenance and craftsmanship. With prices starting at ?1,400, the portfolio targets India’s aspirational consumers seeking globally benchmarked spirits at accessible price points. The expressions are now available across Delhi and Haryana.
8. TIRA Beauty Announces Ahaan Panday as Its Brand Ambassador
Tira has unveiled its new campaign, ‘YOU. MORE THAN ANYTHING’, reinforcing its ‘For Every You’ philosophy. In a category-first move, the brand welcomes Ahaan Panday as one of its ambassadors—positioning itself among the first beauty retailers in India to onboard a male celebrity ambassador. He joins Kareena Kapoor Khan and Suhana Khan, expanding Tira’s inclusive vision. The campaign reframes beauty as personal and evolving, moving beyond traditional before-after narratives to celebrate everyday self-expression. Rolling out across TV, digital, social and in-store platforms, it underscores Tira’s commitment to accessible, discovery-led beauty experiences.
9. Sun Siyam Vilu Reef and Cancer Society Maldives Raise Community Awareness
Sun Siyam Vilu Reef and the Cancer Society of Maldives successfully concluded a comprehensive health advocacy programme on 7th February 2026. To mark World Cancer Day, the initiative integrated expert-led education as part of the Sun Siyam Care sustainability programme. The event paired physical activity with educational advocacy to support cancer prevention and early detection. The day commenced at sunrise with a Community Morning Run at Dh. Meedhoo, followed by an educational seminar at Dh. Meedhoo School. The dialogue continued into the afternoon at Sun Siyam Vilu Reef, with a dedicated session for the resort’s team members focused on health and advocacy.
10. D’YAVOL X Introduces Two New Colour Stories in Its Eyewear Line
D’YAVOL X unveils two new colour stories across its eyewear silhouettes, Switch and Layered I. The new colourways are built on D’YAVOL X’s core design language – bold silhouettes, precision craftsmanship, and eyewear that transitions across moments. Switch arrives in shiny gold with black detailing and distinctive dark green lenses, amplifying its sculptural presence. The hybrid titanium–acetate frame balances polish with edge, shifting character with light – clean by day, stronger after dark. Layered I is introduced in antique silver with olive inserts and a striking military green lens.
11. Andaz Delhi, By Hyatt and Doggie Bazaar Present ‘Pet Palooza: Valentine Edition’
This Valentine’s season, Andaz Delhi, by Hyatt, in collaboration with Doggie Bazaar, invites pet lovers to celebrate love in its purest form. Pet Palooza: Valentine Edition, taking place on 15th February, is a pet-friendly celebration where humans and their furry companions come together for a day full of fun, cuddles, and unforgettable moments. The fest includes photo booths, fashion walks for your pets, exciting prizes and more. You can also indulge in retail therapy with Doggie Bazaar’s curated collection of pet products at exclusive all-day discounts. Treat your pets with complimentary fresh food, treats, desserts, grooming experiences, surprise gifts, and delightful surprises for pets.
12. A Weekend of Words Awaits at Spoken Fest Jio World Garden, Mumbai
The 10th edition of Spoken Fest returns to the city on 21st and 22nd February 2026 at Jio World Garden, BKC, Mumbai. Spread across two unforgettable days, South Asia’s flagship festival of poetry, storytelling, music, and conversation is presented by Kommune. This year’s edition brings together compelling voices from across art, cinema, poetry, and performance, including Sheeba Chaddha, Swanand Kirkire, Raj Arjun, and Waseem Barelvi, along with a diverse lineup of poets, storytellers, musicians, and creative voices from across the country. You can also engage in workshops and discover music and explore Food, Flea, and Experiential zones.
13. Wall Art India Returns for Its 5th Edition
From 10 February to 9 March 2026, Wall Art India transforms public spaces across 15 cities into open-air galleries, led by the Alliance Française network with support from the Embassy of France and Institut Français. Featuring four artists from India and France, the month-long festival centres on women, emerging voices and community collaboration. Culminating in a grand mural in Bangalore on International Women’s Day, the initiative continues to champion inclusion, dialogue and urban transformation through accessible public art.
14. Mohulo Gin Hosts an Art-Forward Evening Rooted in India’s Forest Heartlands
Mohulo, in an intimate, invite-only evening in New Delhi, unveiled The Art of 12, a limited-edition fine art series that forms the cultural foundation of India’s first art-forward sipping gin. Hosted at a private residence, the gathering brought together close family and friends, collectors, artists, curators, and cultural patrons. The evening featured an immersive walkthrough of The Art of 12, a complete series of twelve original artworks created by and inspired by tribal communities closest to the Mahua-growing regions of Chhattisgarh. Each artwork was anchored in one of Mohulo’s twelve botanicals, translating the communities’ lived experiences, relationship with the forest, and intergenerational knowledge into visual narratives.
Cover Credits: Rohit Gandhi + Rahul Khanna
