India, Dec. 20 -- When Taylor Swift unveiled the cover of The Life of a Showgirl, featuring what she called "Portofino Orange Glitter", orange shot straight onto moodboards and Instagram feeds. Since then, the hue has emerged as fashion's most emotionally-charged colour of the moment.

Gwyneth Paltrow's bright orange tracksuit on Late Night with Seth Meyers made it playful, while Timothee Chalamet and Kylie Jenner's matching orange leather looks framed it as fashion-forward. Even tech joined the conversation, with the latest iPhone reinforcing its mainstream appeal.

On the runway, SS26 collections - from Alberta Ferretti to Miu Miu - used orange strategically, from citrus cardigans to fluid dresses. Closer to home, actor Ananya Panday's ...