It was a milestone for Archana Kochhar as the fashion designer styled over a hundred contestants for the prestigious Miss World event in May. That was the highest point in the journey which started nearly 30 years ago. It all started when Archana, then just a teen, hosted her first trunk show with a simple aspiration — to create exquisite lehenga cholis.
Today, that aspiration has evolved into a legacy of craftsmanship, empowerment and global recognition. Archana has built her name through years of dedication. As young women from around the world walked toward the Miss World crown in her creations, Kochhar’s dream came full circle — from a teenage designer in Mumbai to a global fashion force, shaping the future of couture.
Here’s a tête-à-tête with Archana on all things fashion...
On world stage It was an amazing and overwhelming experience. Since Miss World 2025 happened in Telengana, we got in touch with master weavers of the state for traditional silk. We sourced pearls, which the state is famous for, and created designs that carried ethnic essence and still were comfortable to wear.
Since, most of them wore a saree or a lehenga for the first time, we had to make sure that it was easy to carry. It came out as a beautiful fusion, much loved by the girls. Styling celebs It’s always exciting to understand a celeb’s personal style and blend it with my design aesthetics.
What makes it beautiful is how collaborative and creative the process becomes. For, each c.