Rahul Mishra's 'Devi' collection blurs the line between fashion, sculpture and mythology at Paris Haute Couture Week

Rahul Mishra unveiled his Fall 2026 Haute Couture collection, Devi, transforming ancient Indian goddess sculptures into breathtaking sculptural fashion.

Published on: Jul 7, 2026 1:28 PM IST

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Rahul Mishra unveiled his Spring/Summer 2026 couture collection, Devi, at Paris Haute Couture Week, celebrating the divine feminine through sculptural silhouettes, hand embroidery and motifs inspired by centuries-old Indian temple art.

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A sculptural headpiece inspired by ancient Hindu deity carvings set the tone for Rahul Mishra's Devi collection, celebrating mythology through haute couture. (AFP)

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Shrine-inspired sculptural installations, paying homage to the divine feminine, set the stage for Rahul Mishra's Devi couture collection. (AFP)

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Intricate embroidery, sculpted draping and stone-textured body paint blurred the lines between fashion, art and ancient sculpture. (AFP)

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Models transformed into living stone sculptures walked the runway in intricately embroidered ensembles inspired by centuries-old Devi idols and temple carvings. (AFP)

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US model Pritika Swarup dazzled in Rahul Mishra's sheer embellished gown, topped with a dramatic net veil. (AFP)

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A dramatic bronze sculptural gown brought theatrical grandeur to the runway, juxtaposed against models styled as ancient temple statues. (AFP)

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Chinese actress Fan Bingbing dazzled in a black bodycon gown with intricate detailing and a dramatic sculptural headpiece. (AFP)