After 28 years, the 71st Miss World is happening on 9 March in Mumbai, India. The seventh largest South Asian country last hosted the oldest existing international beauty pageant on 23 November 1996 when the 46th edition was held in Bangalore, India.

Renowned Indian fashion designer Archana Kochhar, known for her global design sensibilities, has been chosen as the official fashion designer of the 71st edition.

"We are thrilled to have one of India's most talented fashion designers, Archana Kochhar. Her beautiful work amazes me and showcases the rich culture and heritage of India," Miss World chairperson and chief executive officer Julia Morley said.

Kochhar has been invited to national and international runways like Lakme Fashion Week, India Fashion Week and New York Fashion Week to showcase her contemporary designs and collections for several seasons. She has been working closely with Prime Minister Narendra Modi Ji's "Make in India" campaign in her various projects, such as Banjara, Ahimsa Silk and Warli.

"I am honored to be the official fashion designer for Miss World. I have been watching Miss World since my childhood and it's legendary. I would like to thank Julia Morley for giving me this beautiful opportunity," Kochhar said.

Under the "Make in India" campaign, Kochhar will showcase her new collection promoting different tribal and regional arts of India like the Jamdani weave, Ahimsa silk, Bandani fabric, Varanasi brocade, Kutchi mirror work and a lot more.

The designer shares spoilers on what style the 112 delegates from countries and territories will wear on the Miss World stage.

 

Asia & Oceania

Made from Ahimsa Silk, a non-violence silk made without killing the silkworm, the delegates will be dressed in a floral printed collection comprised of modern lehengas, stylistic Anarkali and draped sharara sets. The prints integrate geometric symbols from Mughal Architecture to pay tribute to the indigenous flora and fauna of India.