HERITAGE – FVM

DOBARAA MAUJ

Posted on October 15, 2025October 15, 2025 by Girish Bajaj. GB

Dobaraa at Phoenix Palladium, Mumbai – where “come again” isn’t just our name, it’s a promise. As a sibling to the celebrated Ishaara, Dobaraa brings its own distinctive flair, proudly managed by talented individuals from the Speech and Hearing Impaired (SHI) community. We redefine the gastropub experience with diverse global cuisines and delectable pub grubs in a vibrant, music-driven atmosphere perfect for socializing and networking. At Dobaraa, inclusivity meets exceptional service, world-class flavors meet pocket-friendly…

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DUTCH COUTURIER & LATIN AMERICAN DESIGNER

Posted on September 14, 2025September 14, 2025 by Girish Bajaj. GB

Dutch couture house Chic & Holland showcased their SS26 collection, ‘300 Hours,’ at Dubai Fashion Week, emphasizing the craftsmanship and time invested in each gown. Featuring precision-cut crystal embellishments and sculpted corsetry, the collection captured the essence of European royalty and baroque design. Celebrities also graced the runway, with Dubai Bling star LJ Loujain Adada opening the show in a dazzling crystal-embellished nude gown, and Bollywood actress Chitrangda Singh showcasing a stunning nude gown with…

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CHANEL HERITAGE & SOPHISTICATION

Posted on August 12, 2025August 12, 2025 by Girish Bajaj. GB

The Chanel Fall/Winter 2025 Haute Couture Collection was a masterful tribute to the brand’s rich history and the visionary spirit of its founder, Coco Chanel. Set in the intimate surroundings of Chanel’s historic headquarters at 31 rue Cambon, the show paid homage to Coco Chanel’s early days as a milliner in the very same building, long before she became a renowned couturier. The Chanel Fall/Winter 2025 Haute Couture Collection was a masterful tribute to the…

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COMPLEXITY OF RELIGION & PHILOSOPHY

Posted on July 21, 2025July 26, 2025 by Girish Bajaj. GB

The “Husain: The Timeless Modernist” exhibition at DAG in Bombay fearlessly commemorates the work of the legendary artist M.F. Husain more than a decade after his passing. As the largest exhibition ever dedicated to Husain, it spans nearly six decades of his creative output and explores key themes that defined his artistic journey from the 1950s through the 2000s. Husain’s works are known for their complex blend of subtractions and additions, yielding obscure yet profound…

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KARMA AND KAMA OF LOUIS VUITTON

Posted on July 12, 2025July 12, 2025 by Girish Bajaj. GB

During the Paris Fashion Week, Louis Vuitton presented their Men’s Spring-Summer 2026 collection, designed by Pharrell Williams, at Place Georges-Pompidou. The collection showcased a strong Indian influence, particularly inspired by the traditional Indian game Snakes and Ladders. Notably, it included collaborations from the 2007 film “The Darjeeling Limited,” directed by Wes Anderson. In a spectacular display of creativity and grandeur, Louis Vuitton transformed the Centre Pompidou into a colossal, life-size Snakes and Ladders board for…

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CANALI CULTURE 90 YEARS

Posted on June 9, 2025June 9, 2025 by Girish Bajaj. GB

“You cannot manage, what you cannot measure” Stefano CANALI. Premium Italian menswear brand Canali recently held a gala event in Mumbai to commemorate its 90th anniversary in partnership with Reliance Brands Limited. The immersive celebration attracted the city’s fashion-forward crowd, including Canali’s CEO and president, Stefano Canali. The event highlighted Canali’s rich heritage and ongoing commitment to craftsmanship, elegance, and style. As part of the festivities, the brand showcased its Anniversary Capsule Collection, an innovative…

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BHANU ATHAIYA LINES ARE NOT BLURRED

Posted on May 31, 2025May 31, 2025 by Girish Bajaj. GB

Bhanu Athaiya stands as a colossus in Indian cinema, renowned for her pioneering contributions as a costume designer across five decades. Her work, characterized by meticulous research, cultural authenticity, and artistic innovation, redefined Bollywood’s visual language and earned her international acclaim, including India’s first Academy Award. Bhanu Athaiya (born Bhanumati Rajopadhye, April 28, 1929 – October 15, 2020) was a pioneering Indian costume designer and painter, celebrated as the first Indian to win an Academy…

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DIOR’S AFFAIR WITH INDIA

Posted on May 23, 2025May 23, 2025 by Girish Bajaj. GB

Christian Dior, the iconic French fashion house, has a long-standing connection with India that dates back to its inception. The brand’s founder, Christian Dior, featured an Indian-inspired ensemble in his debut collection in 1947, demonstrating his admiration for the country’s rich culture and intricate craftsmanship. The bond between Dior and India continued to flourish under the creative direction of Marc Bohan, who helmed the brand from the 1960s to the 1980s. Bohan further strengthened this…

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RAYMONDS CRAFTMANSHIP FOR THE CHAIRMAN

Posted on May 20, 2025May 20, 2025 by Girish Bajaj. GB

Raymond Lifestyle Ltd, a leading name in luxury fashion, celebrated its 100th anniversary in style by showcasing the exclusive ‘Chairman’s Collection’ at the Bombay Times Fashion Week in Mumbai. The event featured a remarkable evening with an exclusive champagne sundowner and an art installation highlighting the iconic bandhgala. Gautam Singhania, Chairman of Raymond Lifestyle Ltd, and chef and television personality Ranveer Brar walked the ramp as the showstoppers, showcasing an exquisite range of shirts, bandhgalas,…

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AFICIONADOS AT DESIGN MUMBAI

Posted on April 7, 2025July 16, 2025 by Girish Bajaj. GB

As part of the Montgomery Group’s global event series, Design Mumbai 2024 was a resounding success, attracting over 9,200 professional visitors, trade focused design professionals and aficionados attended, including CEOs and founders, architects, interior designers, developers, commercial specifiers, retailers, dealers, distributors, brand directors, film production specialists showcased a diverse array of contemporary design brands from around the globe, including the UK, Italy, Sweden, and France. This international presence contributed to the event’s dynamic and cosmopolitan…

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