What if the most interesting part of a garment was the space it left behind? With The Space Between, ORCR takes this question to Lakmē Fashion Week 2026, presenting a collection that looks at clothing through the lens of form, proportion, and negative space. Presented in partnership with the Fashion Design Council of India (FDCI), the showcase, led by designer Shivani Choudhary, reimagines the relationship between the body and what surrounds it. Exaggerated volumes, unexpected cut-outs, and layered surfaces give the monochromatic collection its visual character, while actor Elli AvRam takes to the runway as its showstopper.
So, what does this idea look like when translated into clothes? For ORCR, it comes down to playing with silhouettes and giving the body room to move, rather than having garments simply follow its shape. Asymmetrical cuts, unexpected openings, and thoughtful proportions make each piece interesting without taking away from its ease. Explaining her approach, Shivani says, “Rather than defining the body, the garments create room for it to move and breathe.” It’s this belief that runs through the collection, allowing the clothes to work with the wearer rather than overpower them.
“For me, negative space is not about emptiness; it is about possibility.”
There’s just as much to discover in the fabrics as the collection brings together jacquard, lightweight cotton nylon, handloom cotton, and jersey through woven patchwork, allowing different textures and weights to play off one another. Shivani has a particular fondness for natural and handwoven textiles, and believes that “every fabric has its own language, and understanding that is essential to creating a silhouette that feels natural rather than forced.” This philosophy carries through to the handwork along seams, edges, and openings, which draws attention to the garment’s construction without overwhelming its form. The idea is to let the material and its natural qualities take the lead, with the detailing following suit.
“Rather than overworking the material, I prefer to let its qualities guide the design.”
ORCR’s design story isn’t stopping at womenswear either. The label’s move into menswear came about as a natural next step, giving Shivani the opportunity to explore how its familiar approach to fabric, texture and relaxed silhouettes could translate into a new category. Speaking about the expansion, she shares, “We wanted to explore our design language beyond womenswear and see how our approach to fabric, texture and relaxed silhouettes could translate into a new category.” The intention is to retain the label’s understated sensibility while giving menswear an identity of its own. “The philosophy remains the same: understated design, interesting proportions, thoughtful detailing, and a strong focus on materials,” she shares. Looking ahead, Shivani is keen to experiment with new textiles, innovative surface techniques, and fresh silhouettes, while continuing to keep sustainability at the heart of ORCR’s journey.
If The Space Between tells us anything, it’s that ORCR isn’t interested in playing by familiar rules of design. With menswear entering the picture and new textile experiments on the horizon, Shivani is expanding the label’s creative vocabulary. And perhaps that’s the most interesting thing about The Space Between: it leaves the story open, with plenty of room for what comes next.
