The Oberoi, New Delhi and Tarun Tahiliani Celebrated a Legacy of Timeless Elegance with ‘Quintessence’

In a momentous confluence of legacy and artistry, The Oberoi, New Delhi - celebrating 60 years of timeless hospitality—and couturier Tarun Tahiliani—commemorating 30 years of design excellence—came together to unveil Quintessence – The Spirit of Tarun Tahiliani Couture & Bridal 2025.

Rooted in the essence of refinement, Quintessence reflected Tahiliani’s design philosophy at its most distilled—elevating timeless craft, emotion, and precision. This was couture not meant to dazzle with volume, but to resonate quietly with the soul. Each silhouette whispered rather than shouted, with pearl-studded embroideries, fluid drapes, and structured tailoring that celebrated lightness and restraint.

At the heart of this poetic unveiling stood The Oberoi, New Delhi—a sanctuary of calm and architectural grace. With its serene interiors and enduring heritage, the hotel served not merely as a venue, but as muse and collaborator. Its legacy provided the perfect canvas for Tahiliani’s modern interpretation of India’s rich design language. The creative partnership marked a celebration of shared values—heritage, excellence, and a commitment to artistry that transcends time.

“In its quiet, you meet yourself.” This refrain from the designer encapsulated the philosophy behind Quintessence—a collection envisioned for brides and grooms who seek meaning in every thread, who wish to be adorned, not overwhelmed. It was about being present, feeling beautiful in one’s skin, and celebrating love in its most intimate, luminous form.

Further enriching the narrative was a landmark collaboration with de Gournay, masters of hand-painted wallcoverings. For this season, they created a bespoke suite titled Early Views of India, hand-painted on Ivory Indian Tea Paper. These immersive artworks transformed the venue into a living tableau of India’s visual and artisanal heritage. A custom-painted silk panel was even reinterpreted by Tahiliani into a one-of-a-kind couture jacket, blending the worlds of decorative art and fashion.

This collaboration between two icons—one of hospitality and the other of design—stood not just as a tribute to their respective legacies, but as a shared vision of what the future of Indian luxury could be: soulful, enduring, and exquisitely quiet.

As The Oberoi, New Delhi marked six decades and Tarun Tahiliani commemorated three, Quintessence emerged as more than a showcase. It stood as a statement—a reminder that what truly endures is never loud. It lingers—like memory, like heritage, like home.

The Oberoi, New Delhi, is an iconic luxury hotel renowned for its heartfelt service, exceptional amenities, and breathtaking vistas across the Delhi Golf Course and the UNESCO World Heritage Humayun’s Tomb. The city’s favourite hotel for more than half a century, The Oberoi, New Delhi, boasts extremely spacious, comfortable rooms with complimentary high-speed Internet, restaurants serving authentic international cuisines by Michelin-starred chefs, and clean air technology that promises the healthiest air in the city. All of which elevate the exceptional guest experience that Oberoi Hotels & Resorts is internationally recognised for.

The Oberoi, New Delhi ranked among the Top 10 Hotels in India in the Conde Nast Traveler, USA, Readers’ Choice Awards 2024.