Timex India Beach Fashion Week 2025 Concludes 11th Edition

Timex India Beach Fashion Week (IBFW), Asia’s largest showcase dedicated to beach and resort wear, marked its landmark 11^th edition with an unforgettable celebration of style and innovation at the Hilton Goa Resort. Over two days, the event brought together a power-packed line-up of designers, brands, and thought leaders, reaffirming IBFW’s role as the definitive voice of resort fashion in India.

The catwalk featured a dynamic and eclectic line-up of designers, each bringing their unique sensibilities to the stage. The grand finale by Abhishek Sharma, presented by Timex, with Prathamesh Maulingkar as show-stopper and Cyrus Rodrigues and his Coastal Collective performing live, showcased analog living. The collection, “Analog Life,” set against a sculptural installation of a thousand Timex watches, beautifully intertwined the themes of time, elegance, and artistry.

Campus Shoes, one of India’s leading sports and athleisure brands, rooted in confident self-expression and movement, took to the runway with Srishti Kaur for EESUM — an energetic showcase featuring actor Fatima Sana Shaikh as the show-stopper. Titled “The Pulse of Youth,” the collection embodied Campus’ ‘Move Your Way’ spirit — a celebration of individuality, creativity, and confidence that defines today’s generation.

The collaboration reflected Campus’ belief that movement goes beyond the physically observable, and was evident in the attitude one embodies. By blending fashion-forward styles and comfort in footwear, Campus continues to encourage young India to move their way — whether on the runway or in everyday life.

Gatsby x Toffle – The Groove of Modern Men’s Fashion: Gatsby, the global grooming and energy brand synonymous with expression, confidence, and groove, joined hands with Toffle, one of India’s most exciting men’s streetwear labels, to create a collaborative showcase that exuded effortless style and personality. Led by Kunal Thakur, the collection merged precise grooming with Gatsby philosophy: style is not just how you look, it’s how you move.

Bhawna Rao’s “Night Cocktail,” featuring Mukti Mohan, redefined evening sophistication with shimmering silhouettes and effortless glamour, while Asmita Marwa showcased sustainable luxury through mindful design and fluid, handcrafted forms. Pria Kataaria Puri’s “Resort Luxe” brought unapologetic glamour to the runway, a bold, glittering celebration of jet-set chic.

From MANACA Streetwear’s electric energy with Headstock Band, featuring the Korean artist Aoora and Youth Icon Summit. Treasures by Tiara featured Arissa Khan, REANA presented Andleeb Zaidi Merchant, Samia Khan featured Tashveen Sehgal, Sakshi Bindra by Aerocidade highlighted Nancy Sharma. The line-up also included other celebrated designers such as Mia Magell, KIINARA by Devkalii, Kamakhya, COMO Designers Collective, and NoorGhar by Reet, creating a runway that was both diverse and immersive, reflecting the vibrancy and innovation of contemporary resort fashion.

Adding to the thought-leadership dimension of IBFW 2025, the Future Fashion Conclave, a Dive Collective initiative spearheaded by Dr Archana Bhatnagar, curated and presented a powerful panel that explored fashion beyond the runway and the future of fashion in India, reinforcing IBFW’s position not merely as a showcase of style, but as a platform shaping the dialogue around the next generation of design.

Speaking on the occasion, Pallav Ojha, Founder & CEO of India Beach Fashion Week, said, “IBFW today stands as India’s biggest stage for iconic designers and brands to showcase, create, and collaborate. It’s where design innovation meets business transformation — a live ecosystem that drives creativity, branding, and content creation at scale. Over the past decade, we’ve built more than just a fashion week; we’ve built a culture of collaboration and storytelling. IBFW brings together the boldest voices in fashion, inspiring new thinking in design, marketing, and experiential retail.

Deepak Chhabra, Managing Director, Timex India, said, “At Timex, we believe in celebrating styles that stand the test of time. Partnering with India Beach Fashion Week has allowed us to bring that philosophy to life in a setting that is as timeless as it is trend-driven. Fashion and watches share a language of self-expression, and this collaboration reflects our commitment to blending heritage with modernity, creating styles that resonate with today’s generation while honouring our legacy.”

Neha Asthana, Co-Founder, IBFW, also added, “This edition of IBFW is a tribute to true design — where craftsmanship meets culture, and artistry takes centre stage. We’ve curated a collective of designers who are more than creators; they are storytellers weaving heritage, technique, and modernity into every silhouette. The showcases this season reflect a fresh mood in resort wear — one that’s rooted in handcraft yet speaks a global language of style and emotion. It’s about reimagining luxury through the lens of art and authenticity.”

Set against the vibrant backdrop of Goa, IBFW 2025 established itself once again as the ultimate destination where fashion meets lifestyle, bringing global attention to India’s growing resort wear industry. High-energy performances, unique styling showcases, and immersive brand collaborations ensured that the 11th edition of IBFW wasn’t just about fashion but a cultural celebration.

Festival Highlights:

• Global Designer Line-Up: 30+ designers from India and international markets presenting curated resort collections.
• The Pop-Expo Arena: A global marketplace featuring apparel, jewellery, accessories, and home décor brands.
• Lifestyle Integrations: Iconic brands such as Dewar’s Experiences, 1664 Blanc, COMO Designers Collective, Dive Resort Collective, and SMA Hair & Makeup Academy amplify the global experience.