Label Shivani Nirupam Makes Waves at Bombay Times Fashion Week with Sahher Bambba as Showstopper

 by Priyanka Jadhav 

Label Shivani Nirupam presented its debut collection at Bombay Times Fashion Week, launching the elegant Midsummer SS’26 Collection through a thoughtfully curated runway spanning festive, occasion, and everyday silhouettes. Each design captured contemporary Indian celebrations, perfectly balancing bold sophistication with easy wearability, reimagined for today's woman. High-street Indian ethnic wear moved beyond traditional costume or couture, confidently claiming its place on India's leading fashion platform.

Bollywood star Sahher Bambba served as the exclusive showstopper, closing the April 4 runway at Grand Hyatt Mumbai in a stunning embroidered gown featuring a fresh lime green and cotton candy combination that embodied the collection's light summer charm. The showcase was further elevated by the presence of special guests Ameesha Patel and Aishwarya Sakhuja, who attended the show on invitation from designer Shivani Nirupam, adding to the evening’s glamour and industry appeal.

23 masterful Indo-Western fusion styles (22 female garments), designed for comfort, laughter, and slow days where ease becomes elegance. Flowing silhouettes in luxurious crape and chiffon featured lehenga sets, sharara sets, draped sarees, plus innovative additions like trendy caps, drapes, and scarves for playful layering. A vibrant Pantone-inspired palette, blue turquoise, lemon fizz, living coral, sweet lavender, cotton candy, cloud cream, and lime green, infused powdered florals, blushed fruits, and sun-washed prints that feel light on the skin. Minimal embroidery, including pitta work, subtle shimmer, integrated beads, and dabka, played harmoniously with the motifs, ensuring zero-waste versatility: 21+ 1 show stopper pieces that style endlessly for brunches, beach escapes, weddings, or casual outings, suiting all body types with mindful, multi-wear appeal.

The Vision Behind the Label

Shivani Nirupam, Creative Director and Founder, brings her passion for extravagant fashion that honors Indian heritage through modern interpretation. Inspired by Mumbai's rich culture, she champions slow fashion with zero-waste craftsmanship and meaningful storytelling."Inspiration is merely a mood that gets you going," she often says, emphasizing creativity's emotional core. Her commitment to quality and sustainability has earned recognition from fashion leaders and celebrities alike.

Speaking on this historic moment, Shivani Nirupam, Creative Director and Founder, elaborated post-show:

Speaking on this milestone, Shivani Nirupam, Creative Director and Founder, shared:

"This runway marks a pivotal moment for Label Shivani Nirupam and Indian ethnic fashion. We have worked to reshape perceptions by blending heritage techniques with modern silhouettes that resonate with today's Indian woman. Presenting  Midsummer SS’26 at Bombay Fashion Week carries profound significance. Fashion is more than our craft, it's our deep passion, every detail crafted with purpose. Imagine vibrant pastels in precise Pantone shades, blue turquoise, lemon fizz, living coral, sweet lavender, cotton candy, cloud cream, lime green, lightweight essentials perfect for celebrations big and small, styled endlessly in countless ways. These aren't trends; they're Gen Z heirlooms, exclusive, innovative, sustainable statements that demand 'wear forever.' Lehengas layer with scarves for sunset gatherings, shararas suit formal events and festivals, draped sarees shift seamlessly from day to evening. Minimal pitta work, subtle shimmer, integrated beads, dabka artistry, each detail harmonizes perfectly with our floral-fruit prints across 23 masterful styles. Wearing  Midsummer SS’26 instills confidence, each piece reflects careful thought and innovation. We design for women throughout India. Indian ethnic wear merits celebration, and Shivani Nirupam strengthens that tradition."

Shivani Nirupam also added:

"Label Shivani Nirupam blends traditional craftsmanship with fresh ethnic design. We create new standards for ethnic fashion. After this Bombay Fashion Week debut, each collection shares summer stories where old traditions meet modern brightness. The 21+ 1 show stopper pieces work wonderfully for celebrations, small gatherings, destination weddings from bridesmaids to brides, kitty parties, brunches, casual meetups, and all those beautiful everyday moments that make life special. Label Shivani Nirupam will launch more bench-mark collections. We want to create history and contribute to the Indian fashion industry in a truly unique way."

Since launching in 2022, Shivani Nirupam has championed meaningful storytelling through slow fashion. World of Warli celebrated tribal heritage with embroidered sarees and gowns; Bambai Ki Baarish featured monsoon-inspired prints; Phool Bazaar showcased floral organza designs. Merging traditional craftsmanship with fresh aesthetics, the brand sets new standards in ethnic fashion.

Future collections will continue pushing ethnic wear forward, designed for life's special occasions, getaways, and casual beauty, pieces that transition seamlessly from beachside moments to city elegance while honoring sustainable principles. The electric runway sparked buzz, proving Shivani Nirupam's blend of heritage and innovation resonates far beyond trends.