For the third edition of Vogue India's Forces of Fashion , a devotion to honour both emerging and established voices within the industry shaped a pivotal aspect of the evening's mis-en-scène . A panel of fashion stalwarts that have devoted themselves to breaking the imperceptibility of the industry at large included head of editorial content, Rochelle Pinto, image architect Anaita Shroff Adajania , royalty and craft aficionado Princess Gauravi Kumari , and Padma Shri awardee Laila Tyabji. This year marked not only celebrating the necessary escapist glamour quotient of the industry at large but also honouring those who have painstakingly worked to make the Indian fashion landscape one of the best in the world; be it through their craft, creative instincts, or simply their style.
Vedang Raina was the one to watch, recognised for his refreshing and easy-going interpretation of men's style. Ananya Panday was awarded the breakout star, noted for her ability to become a style chameleon, adding a touch of her personality to everything she wears. Fledgeling supermodel Avanti Nagrath was seen across the runways and billboards of Versace, Salvatore Ferragamo, Alaïa, and Dior and was recognised as the international muse.
Brands such as Re-ceremonial known for their work around crafting garments from handwoven recycled textile waste were awarded the craft-revival recognition while Karishma and Avantika Swali of Studio Moonray and the Chanakya School of Craft went home with the award .