An incredible homecoming for us in Mumbai ~ simply thrilled and honoured to be in such great company of some of the world’s best designers and edgiest global brands today, each shaping their own narrative in the luxury contemporary and designer world 🇫🇷🇮🇳
A big thank you to the iconic Parisian house in the Turner Morrison building which open’s its doors next month for the warmest welcome, grandest opening and making all of us feel quite special to be here. To @neerja_birla and family, Mr Ashish Dixit, the press both French and Indian, the team @lifeatabfrl @adityabirlagrp who came out to support us along with the @galerieslafayette army. What a pleasure to be a part of this as an emerging voice in the global landscape right here at home where we started.
To the buying team who’ve curated some of the world’s best, to the 90,000 sq feet of beautiful interiors and most of all the preservation of the beautiful heritage architecture of South Bombay. A special place this will be and an epic first.
Launching a deeply personal collection, ‘ Pushpanjali’, Resort 26, with drawings and prints as an ode to my late grandmother, find rupalpatel on the 2nd floor in the cosy corner….. we can’t wait to launch it soon. A big thank you to our small team with a big dream @studiorupalpatelfor this one
Wore one of my favourite sundowner kaftan dresses in soft sustainable Bemberg silk for the day and switched to a super soft hand tie dyed hand embroidered gown in blue and sand… representative of the sun, the sand and the sea whi I love so much.
#consciousluxury #mumbailuxury #galerieslafayette #galerieslafayetteindia
Attending the grand opening of Galeries Lafayette in Mumbai was truly an inspiring experience, combining the charm of heritage architecture with the excitement of contemporary luxury fashion. The 90,000 sq feet space is thoughtfully curated, blending the legacy of the Parisian brand with the vibrant energy of Mumbai’s luxury market. I was particularly moved by Rupal Patel’s new collection, ‘Pushpanjali’ Resort 26, which beautifully honors her late grandmother through evocative drawings and prints. This personal storytelling adds profound depth to the collection, making it more than just fashion but a heartfelt tribute. The emphasis on conscious luxury was clear, especially with the use of sustainable Bemberg silk in the sundowner kaftan and the elegant hand-tie dyed, hand-embroidered gown inspired by the sun, sand, and sea. It’s refreshing to see luxury brands embracing sustainability without compromising on style or comfort. The event also demonstrated the power of collaborations and support systems, from visionary individuals like Neerja Birla and Ashish Dixit to the enthusiastic backing of Indian and French press and the Galeries Lafayette team. For anyone passionate about luxury fashion with a meaningful narrative, the new Galeries Lafayette location is a must-visit. It not only offers a platform for global luxury and designer brands but also highlights emerging voices like Rupal Patel’s, right where their journey began. The preservation of South Bombay's heritage architecture within this modern retail space adds a unique charm and sense of place that enriches the shopping experience. If you appreciate finely crafted, conscious luxury collections enriched by personal legacy and cultural roots, look out for the ‘Pushpanjali’ collection launching soon on the second floor at Galeries Lafayette Mumbai.
