Dior's groundbreaking runway show in Mumbai nodded to India's long-standing role in manufacturing European high fashion — and the growing power of its luxury consumers
, but often look further afield to showcase their Pre-Fall and Cruise lines. And Dior's choice of Mumbai comes at a time when the luxury sector is increasingly bullish in India.
On Wednesday, the atelier held a retrospective in Mumbai featuring 50 hand-embroidered pieces it has produced for the label since Chiuri took the helm in 2016. Ahead of the presentation, Mayank Kaul, a celebrated textile designer and curator, called it"an historic moment." The collection featured looks in bold, vibrant colors — pinks, purples, rich blues and chartreuse yellows.But Indian-produced fabrics will often go on to be assembled — and are therefore labeled as being"made" — in Europe.
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