It's been a whirlwind month and a half for Gaurav Gupta. Vogue Singapore's last meeting with the star couturier took place in October last year at the hallmark Next In Vogue, where hundreds gathered to hear him speak about the brand's trailblazing journey and his vision for the future of fashion. The accolades are endless: to date, the designer and Central Saint Martins alumnus—who celebrates his brand's 20th anniversary this year—has become renowned for sculptural, architectural, one-of-a-kind designs that blend spiritualism, traditionalism and futurism, all succinctly packaged in an otherworldly armour.
As I catch up with Gupta on a December afternoon, it's clear that there has yet to be a moment of pause. “There's so much happening,” he shares with a smile. In this short span of time, following his sweeping success at the 2024 Emmys, as well as outfitting Bollywood star Alia Bhatt in a style-defining Paris Fashion Week moment, Gupta has dressed more heavy hitters—Adele, Karol G, Victoria Monét and Nicola Coughlan—and has found a dedicated supporter in superstar Kelly Rowland, who has worn several of his designs.
On a personal note, however, Gupta reflects on a particularly special moment that he describes as the biggest win of his life: the discharge of his partner from hospital following a devastating fire accident. Both Gupta and his partner were injured, with the latter in intensive care. In a heartfelt Instagram post marking six months since the event, Gupta expressed gratitude for the outpouring of prayers and support: “Our hearts are full of gratitude for all your prayers and blessings. We want to spread the message that rebirth is possible, to anyone out there who thinks it is not.”
As he marks this chapter—one defined by resilience, bravery and love—Gupta reflects on what 2025 holds for him: his upcoming couture collection this month, the brand's direction, as well as the power of togetherness and resurgence.
This story is from the January/February 2025 edition of Vogue Singapore.
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