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The 25th edition of India Fashion Forum (IFF), held on January 28–29, 2026, at the Sheraton Grand, Whitefield, Bengaluru, marked a defining milestone in the journey of India’s most influential fashion and lifestyle retail platform
Centred on the powerful theme “Influence; Impact; Innovation – Empowering Fashion’s Future,” IFF 2026 brought together over 3,000 delegates, 700+ brands and companies, 250+ industry experts, and 100+ exhibitors in a dynamic confluence of ideas, insights, and opportunity.
Over the past quarter century, IFF has evolved into the country’s largest and most impactful platform dedicated to the business of fashion and retail. The 2026 edition reafirmed this legacy—offering not just conversations, but actionable intelligence and meaningful partnerships. Across two powerpacked days, the forum featured thought-provoking keynotes, incisive panel discussions, presentations, masterclasses, book and report launches, and immersive showcases. From emerging consumer trends and retail expansion strategies to technology integration and sustainability mandates, every session reflected an industry in motion—adaptive, ambitious, and increasingly global in outlook.
The IMAGES Fashion Awards 2026 honoured excellence across marketing, retail experience, and strategic execution, spotlighting brands and leaders who are redefining benchmarks. Meanwhile, the IFF Innovators Club Awards 2026 celebrated behind-the-scenes changemakers in design, sourcing, product development, and sustainability— acknowledging the value-chain visionaries driving transformation from within. The India Brand Show added a vibrant creative dimension, with runway presentations that translated strategy into style.
The February edition of IMAGES Business of Fashion brings readers a comprehensive glimpse of the ideas, insights, and milestones from this landmark gathering, as it also celebrates the spirit of collaboration that made it possible. The success of the 25th edition stands as a testament to the enduring support of partners, associates, speakers, and delegates who continue to power IFF’s journey—ensuring that the business of fashion in India remains future-focused, resilient, and globally relevant.
