India, Aug. 9 -- On National Book Lovers Day today, here's how luxury fashion houses are drawing references from the world of literature - from runway set designs to Rs.3.25-lakh totes and micro-novel bag charms. Luxury powerhouses like Chanel and Dior are leading a literary revival, placing books firmly at the centre of modern style. Across 2026 runways and street style, a range of brands are turning a love of literature into a bold sartorial statement.

Major luxury houses are turning to narrative escapism and literary culture to ground their collections, proving that intellect is the new cool. Matthieu Blazy leaned into fairy-tale enchantment for Chanel's Spring/Summer 2026 show in January, setting a dreamscape inspired by an antique b...