In a world obsessed with fleeting trends and viral moments, Pia Mehta continues to stand as one of fashion’s most quietly influential forces. Known for her impeccable front-row presence, bold personal style, and effortlessly curated wardrobe, Mehta has become a go-to reference for those looking to balance modern elegance with individuality.
In this exclusive Q&A, Mehta opens up about the future of fashion, her favourite designers, how motherhood has sharpened her style lens, and why social media is rewriting the fashion playbook for women everywhere.
Rolling Stone AU/NZ: As someone who consistently sits front row at major fashion weeks, where do you see the future of fashion heading in the next five years — in terms of trends, sustainability, or cultural influence?
Pia Mehta: I see the future of fashion as increasingly shaped by cultural exchange and diversity, with Western designers drawing inspiration from traditional garments and techniques from around the world.
Many Western designers are now looking to the East for inspiration. Gucci recently made waves at Cannes by dressing Bollywood star Alia Bhatt in a sari. Vivienne Westwood showcased an entire collection in Mumbai using traditional textiles like chanderi.
Likewise, Eastern designers are earning global attention — Sabyasachi’s gowns and high jewelry are breathtaking, while Gaurav Gupta and Rahul Mishra’s Haute Couture collections in Paris have wowed both buyers and collectors.
In the next five years, I believe we’ll see even more designers draw from a global palette, blending styles, colors, fabrics, and silhouettes into fresh, innovative statements.
