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Aishwarya Rai Bachchan has made a regal return to Paris Fashion Week after skipping major fashion occasions.
The Devdas actress closed L'Oréal Paris's annual Le Défilé show at Paris Fashion Week on September 28th, 2026.
Detailed look of Aishwarya Rai Bachchan from 2026 PFW
She turned heads in a custom all-black velvet fishtail gown and crystal-embellished cape by Syrian luxury label Yara Shoemaker, paired with a diamond-encrusted crown.
The popular Indian actress stepped out in head-to-toe black, but the outfit was far from simple, except that her new stylish burgundy-red hair added an unexpected flair to her look.
Walking at Place Joffre with the Eiffel Tower and École Militaire in the background, Aishwarya stole the show at the L'Oréal Paris Fashion Week 2026.
The gown also featured 3D fringe embroidery, adding texture and movement without taking away from the clean black base.
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan's association with PFW
Aishwarya, who is married to Abhishek Bachchan, returned to the runway, stepping in her role as a L'Oréal Paris ambassador, walking the ramp at the ninth edition of Le Défilé L'Oréal Paris.
In some of the behind-the-scenes videos, the Guzarish actress warmly greets the Bridgerton starlet Simone Ashley with kisses before taking a seat next to her.
Aishwarya has been associated with L'Oréal Paris for many years and has represented the brand at global events, including the Cannes Film Festival.
Why Aishwarya Rai Bachchan skipped this year's Cannes Film Festival?
She also sparked buzz this year when she skipped the Cannes Film Festival and Alia Bhatt represented the Indian state.
Now, after arriving with her go-to fashion brand, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan has proved her style, grace and elegance through her fashionista persona.
In 2025, she made a powerful style statement by ditching traditional flowing gowns for an androgynous, custom-structured deep indigo-black velvet sherwani by Indian couturier Manish Malhotra.
Some notable looks of Aishwarya Rai Bachchan from PFW
The heritage-inspired ensemble was heavily adorned with silver accents and diamond-studded embroidery, boasting dramatic 10-inch jeweled cuffs and a cascading scalloped diamond detail across the back reminiscent of a traditional nau lakha haar.
In 2024, Aishwarya took over the Walk Your Worth showcase in a modern, flirty silhouette. She commanded the runway in an all-red silken balloon-hemmed tent gown by French designer Mossi.
The voluminous outfit featured trailing cape sleeves, which she paired with a matching bold red pout and a celebratory namaste gesture to the international audience.
At the 2023 Eiffel Tower showcase, Aishwarya brought sheer opulence in a heavily sequined custom golden gown by Indian designer duo Falguni Shane Peacock.
The bodycon dress was completely encrusted with shimmering golden crystals and intricate beadwork.
It was paired with a massive, sheer cape train that floated elegantly behind her as she broke away from her classic straight hair to debut voluminous, loose waves.
Returning to the 2021 physical runway following a brief pandemic hiatus, Aishwarya delivered a dreamy, angelic moment for Le Défilé L'Oréal Paris.
She strutted down the runway at the Place Joffre in a pure white, floor-length flowing, caped gown.
