As the 2026 wedding calendar officially kicks into high gear, the eternal question for grooms and groomsmen returns: How do you look regal without feeling weighed down by heavy, restrictive traditional wear? At Lakmé Fashion Week in partnership with FDCI, Ethnix by Raymond answered that exact query with its latest collection, 'Wedding Stories'. Staged at the Taj Palace in New Delhi, the showcase proved that modern groomswear isn't about choosing between heritage and ease—it's about combining intricate Indian artistry with effortless, contemporary tailoring.

Whether you're shopping for your own big day or curating a wardrobe for your best friend's sangeet, here is how to translate Ethnix by Raymond’s LFW '26 runway into your personal wedding mood board.

The Statement Jacket: Ditch Monochrome For Chintz Florals

The absolute showstopper of the night, cricketer Suryakumar Yadav (SKY), delivered a masterclass in modern statement dressing. Stepping out in a long structured jacket featuring multicoloured Gresham embroidery and chintz-inspired florals paired with fluid, relaxed-fit trousers, his ensemble redefined the traditional sherwani.

The Style Takeaway: If you want to stand out at a Reception or Sangeet, swap plain solid-coloured jackets for fine Gresham embroidery or placement floral prints. Keep the trousers relaxed and fluid to balance the structured silhouette on top.

There is one thing you can never be wrong about is Raymond Suits. Suryakumar Yadav agreed, saying he was a man to wear Raymond to his wedding.

 

From Warli Art To Jaipuri Jharokhas

Instead of repetitive geometric embellishments, 'Wedding Stories' pulled inspiration directly from regional Indian art traditions:

  • Regional Artistry: Detailed motifs inspired by Warli art, Rajasthani miniatures, and Jaipuri jharokhas.

  • Textured Weaves: Jamawar, rich brocades, and floral Jacquards that add subtle depth without needing heavy, uncomfortable stonework.

  • Understated Sheen: Touches of subtle lurex and Jaipur-inspired block prints that catch the ambient evening light effortlessly.

    • The Style Takeaway: For daytime ceremonies like Haldi or Mehendi, look for breathable cotton-silk blends or linen mixes featuring subtle placement block prints. Save the rich brocades and heavy Jacquards for the main Pheras or evening events.

    Stiff, symmetrical sherwanis are officially making way for fluid, asymmetrical drapes and structural layers. The LFW runway showcased Asymmetrical Sherwanis, Indo-Western Fusion and Cocktail Elegance, making it idea lfro day time functions such as mehendi, haldi, and cocktail, Sleek dinner jackets, shirts, and tuxedos designed for high-energy sangeets and after-parties.

    (Image credit: Lakme Fashion Week)

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