- Nov 28, 2025
- by Ashley Chen
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Bhutanese Creatives Shine in Vogue India’s November Issue
Bhutanese creatives take centre stage in Vogue India’s November issue, featuring an all-Bhutanese team of models, stylists, makeup artists and photographers. A proud moment for Bhutan’s growing fashion and arts scene, showcasing authentic beauty and homegrown talent on a global platform.
An all-Bhutanese creative team has captured the spotlight in Vogue India’s November issue, marking a proud moment for Bhutan’s growing fashion and arts scene. From models and makeup to hair, styling, photography and behind-the-scenes crew, the entire production was crafted by Bhutanese talent—a first for such a major regional fashion publication.
A Moment of Pride for Bhutan’s Creative Community
For Bhutanese artists and fashion professionals, this feature goes far beyond a photoshoot. It is a statement of capability and confidence: that Bhutan’s homegrown talent can stand shoulder-to-shoulder with the region’s best. In an industry where international teams often lead the spotlight, Vogue India’s decision to collaborate with a fully Bhutanese crew reflects a shift. Bhutan is no longer just a backdrop, it is a creative force worth watching.
A Showcase of Authentic Bhutanese Beauty
The public response has been overwhelmingly positive. Many have celebrated how the images capture Bhutan as it truly is—without filters, without exaggeration, without foreign reinterpretation. Bhutanese models bring forth a grace grounded in culture, while the styling draws inspiration from traditional textures, colours, and silhouettes. The result is a fashion story that feels distinctly Bhutanese, yet globally relevant.
A Rising Wave of Local Talent
The Vogue feature arrives at a meaningful time. Bhutan’s creative landscape has been evolving rapidly—Bhutan Fashion Week made its debut this year, spotlighting twenty women designers who wove heritage into contemporary design.
Local photographers, stylists, hair and makeup artists, and young models are finding their voices and stepping into regional platforms with increasing confidence. This Vogue shoot is another milestone in that journey, proving that Bhutanese talent doesn’t need to look outward for validation; the world is already looking inward, towards Bhutan.
Bhutan Steps Onto the Milan Fashion Week Stage
Bhutan’s momentum in the global fashion arena doesn’t end with Vogue India. Earlier this year, Bhutan made a quiet yet powerful debut at Milan Fashion Week—one of the world’s most prestigious runways. Bhutanese textiles and designs were presented in a contemporary showcase that highlighted the country’s extraordinary craftsmanship, particularly its intricate handwoven fabrics. For many in attendance, it was their first encounter with Bhutanese textile heritage, and the collection drew praise for its authenticity, colour harmony and refined storytelling.
A Cultural Milestone
For the all-Bhutanese team involved, this was a chance to show what can happen when trust, opportunity and creativity come together. For Bhutan, it marks a moment of cultural pride: proof that the country’s artistic community is blossoming in ways that honour tradition while embracing contemporary expression. Bhutan has long inspired the world through its landscapes and values. Now, its people—its creators—are earning the recognition they deserve.
A Chapter That Opens New Doors
As Bhutan steps further into regional and global creative spaces, this Vogue India feature stands as a reminder: the world is ready for Bhutan’s voice, vision and artistry. And Bhutanese creatives are more than ready to take their place.