Paris is brimming with must-visit shopping destinations, from luxury boutiques and historical institutions to vintage haunts and contemporary concept stores. Yet, the sight of an Indian boutique creates unparalleled excitement, and that’s the feeling that Indian designer Vaishali S’ new space in Paris begets. In 2021 Vaishali Shadangule made history as the first Indian woman to showcase at Paris Haute Couture Week and now becomes the first Indian designer to open a store in Paris.
This achievement can not be just framed as a milestone for women designers but rather as a significant moment for Indian designers, underscoring the growing influence and recognition of India’s fashion industry on the global stage. After all, with her contemporary designs and sustainable flair, she’s spinning a narrative that artfully blends heritage with the avant-garde enticing customers all across. Indian designer Vaishali S on opening her boutique in Paris: “First of all, Paris.
Paris is where couture lives and where I got my largest recognition,” states Vaishali. For her the city is synonymous with haute couture, attracting fashion enthusiasts from around the world. Her choice of location on Boulevard Saint Germain on the Southern bank of the river Seine was no coincidence.
“This is where all big artists and designers made their home, alongside renowned brands. Not only am I next to Karl Lagerfeld and opposite Etro and Armani, but I’m also right next door to the iconic Café de.