CATEGORIES

An Economy For The 99 Per Cent

At the World Economic Forum held in Davos, Switzerland, international charitable organisation, Oxfam, released a report stating that the world’s first global trillionaire will emerge 25 years from now, even as wealth inequalities increase unabated.

Ulysse Nardin's India Strategy

Patrik P. Hoffmann, the CEO who leads this storied Swiss luxury watch major from the front, is clear about its future in India: monobrand boutiques, timepieces showcasing cutting-edge innovations in watchmaking and design, and limited editions that are only available in the brand’s stores.

Cruising Full Throttle

The intrepid Indian traveller wants to explore far-flung destinations in five-star seafaring style, a segment that TIRUN has tapped for over half a century.

A Sparkling Journey

Chandon is the first offering from Moët Hennessy to be made in India. Post the launch of the winery in Dindori last year, Chandon is looking to expand its India portfolio.

Hospitality's Heir

Hospitality comes naturally to the heir of the The Lalit Suri hospitality Group, but Keshav Suri has added his own expression to the fast-growing chain.

Wheels In Motion

Over the past year, Audi India has completely overhauled its strategy for India. Ahead of the country launch of the A8, voted the ‘World luxury car 2018’, Rahil Ansari, Head of Audi India, speaks to Pankti Mehta Kadakia about going full speed ahead

Make A Scene

To host a large-scale luxury event of international standards in India, it’s important to think out of the box and find revenue streams other than ticketing

Wild Ride

Luxury hotel chain Karma Group took root when its founder, John Spence, fell in love with Goa in 1993. His unusual stairway to success—a great story in itself—keeps him coming back to explore new facets of India

Royal Destination

Jaipur’s Birdhichand Ghanshyamdas jewellers has a new address, a lavish store in posh South Delhi

Redefining Indian

Ruchika Sachdeva’s award-winning label Bodice heralds a fresh perspective on India Modern: an articulate, intelligent voice of fashion that embraces traditions and cutting-edge technology in equal measures

All Eyes On Dubai

In the lead-up to Expo 2020, Dubai’s property market is heating up—but it’s not all good news for luxury real estate

When East Meets West

After a long hiatus, audacious Japanese designer Kenzo Takada is back in the biz. He speaks to BlackBook about his new furniture collection, and the impact that age has had on his idea of design and luxury.

the making of jamavar london

and other secrets on how to turn a successful flagship fine dine brand within a luxury hotel into a much-appreciated standalone restaurant in a competitive global city, fabled for its eclectic and adventurous dining offerings interviewed by deepali nandwani.

The Dream Weaver

Having reached the apogee of the dizzying fashion universe, Manish Malhotra’s savvy cinematic style has created an enduring couture legacy.

For Good Measure

STEFANO RICCI’s master tailor, Andrea Lombardo, was in Mumbai to measure up discerning gentlemen who prefer their suit made-to-measure, rather than off-the-shelf. The brand has just introduced its exclusive bespoke service at its lush store within The Taj Mahal Palace, Mumbai

Royalty's Maverick

A new-age royal, Abhimanyu Alsisar is an entrepreneur who juggles multiple projects and spearheads offbeat cultural initiatives.

A Storied Response to Heritage

Shalini Misra, London-based interior design and architect, has effortlessly moved into the luxury real estate space with her new company, Genessia, which buys up heritage Victorian and properties, to turn them into modern luxury spaces that are then sold to discerning clients.

The Virility Of Colour

Learn about why the 70s were an important turning point for abstract genius VS Gaitonde, and what this means for Modern Indian art 

A Dog's Life

A new hotel in Gurugram has all the trappings of a luxury getaway—for your pooch

In Full Swing

While India’s golf tourism industry has considerable distance to cover before it can compete on a global scale, it is growing at a steady rate—and resorts are taking notice.

Pack Your Jetpack

Nowhere have future predictions become reality as quickly as in the travel industry. Blackbook looks at the top trends changing the way we move

Business Of Baggage

Jaipur-based Trunks Company is carving a new niche in homegrown luxury—high-end, handmade travel and home accessories that can serve as storage for your finest cognac and jewellery, or as a swanky suitcase or poker set

Retracing Roots

Hilton Shillim has recently rebranded itself to offer a growing clutch of health-conscious guests defined, curated wellness programmes that are deeply set in Ayurveda

Creating Food Memories

Chef Alfred Prasad, with a 13-year Michelin stint, travels the length and breadth of India every year to discover forgotten, regional recipes to plate dishes that offer health, happiness and heritage

Here Comes The Queen

As the first step towards going global, Chairman Johnny Sandelson opens UK’s 191-year-old Thomas Goode & Co’s first international outlet in Mumbai; pins hopes on the burgeoning, affluent Indian middle-class

Tax Test

On the first anniversary of the GST regime, industry experts review the year gone by and suggest crucial reforms and changes

Style Notes

Money cards are passé. The international credit industry is betting big on wearable payment, but is India ready for it?

Dialling +91

OnePlus has a new home coming up—its largest market, and soon, its second headquarters, in India. Vikas Agarwal, General Manager, OnePlus India, speaks to BlackBook about how the smartphone giant aims to offer special, exclusive features to their growing community of Indian fans

Fly By Night

With 10 five-star hotels, luxury bars and restaurants, Delhi’s Aerocity has turned from an airport zone into the city’s hottest new nightlife destination

Raise A Toast

Crafted in India, J’NOON, the country’s first luxury wine, makes waves in France, Canada and America