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Starbucks India Brews Luxury with Manish Malhotra

The limited-edition lifestyle drinkware collection launched at all 390 Starbucks stores nationwide on January 18th 2024…reports Asian Lite News

 Launching exclusively in India, Starbucks India and Manish Malhotra are all set to introduce a one-of-a-kind collaboration.The limited-edition lifestyle drinkware range will see the coming together of two distinctive voices in coffee and fashion. This collection will celebrate Starbucks philosophy of elevating everyday moments of the coffee drinking experience, tailored to consumers and through the lens of the ace couturier’s signature craftsmanship.

 The limited-edition lifestyle drinkware collection launched at all 390 Starbucks stores nationwide on January 18th 2024.

Over the years, globally, Starbucks has collaborated with iconic brands to bring forth a line of collectibles that make accessible the realms of international style, glamour and fashion for its consumers, the collaboration with Manish Malhotra will offer an unparalleled experience for coffee, art, design and fashion enthusiasts alike.

The limited-edition range comprises of stoneware ceramic mugs, stainless steel tumblers and environment friendly reusable cup. The design inspiration takes from exquisite Kashmiri motifs, a testament to centuries-old craftsmanship, that uniquely captivates its traditional floral technique inspired by the region’s rich cultural heritage and breath-taking natural surroundings. The timeless beauty of Kashmiri embroidery, a signature of the Manish Malhotra brand, translates into intricate patterns that are rich in cultural significance, on Starbucks cups and tumblers.

In color palates that range from charcoal black, regal golds, pristine whites and subtle carmines, the range embodies the luxurious essence of traditional craft with contemporary style. This collaboration not only celebrates the exquisite craftsmanship and natural inspirations of Kashmir but also brings a touch of elegance to the coffee experience, creating a unique fusion of global aesthetics and local heritage.

Commenting on the collaboration, legendary designer Manish Malhotra said,“I am delighted to join forces with Starbucks India to introduce the limited-edition collection. My aim was to design something deeply rooted in India while complementing the iconic tradition that Starbucks is renowned for. Kashmir holds a special place in my heart, serving as both a personal connection and a cornerstone of my brands’ identity. In crafting a signature collection for my collaboration with Starbucks, my aim was to seamlessly integrate the beauty and craftsmanship of Kashmir into everyday moments. The decision to use gold as a prominent colour in my designs’ stems from its powerful statement and resonance with my brand’s aesthetic. Gold, much like the intricate art and craft of Kashmir, embodies a sense of opulence and timelessness.”

“At TATA Starbucks, we have always believed in the power of design, art and community in sharing elevated experiences for coffee-lovers across India. From our stores to our packaging – each touchpoint at Starbucks is testament to this thought. As we continue to lead growth in India, we are thrilled to partner with Manish Malhotra. He is one of India’s most prominent voices in fashion and has played a pivotal role in the country’s approach to style. We hope this collaboration elevates our consumers daily cup of coffee with Manish Malhotra’s inimitable design language,” said Sushant Dash, CEO, TATA Starbucks.

The limited-edition range starts at a retail price of INR 850 and onwards and includes –

As an ode to sustainability, the introduction of the two reusable cups for everyday beverages to showcase the intricate artwork and elevate your everyday beverage, priced at Rs. 850

Stoneware ceramic mugs with a gold luxor foiling in a matte finish, priced at INR 2100

Stainless steel tumblers in an opaque matte black outer finish that are double walled, and vacuum sealed to make your drinking experience easy, priced at INR 2900

Each piece of merchandise is also accompanied by a personalized note by Manish Malhotra

The brands have also launched an exclusive limited-edition collectible which comprises a set of the stoneware ceramic mug and stainless-steel tumbler and a personalized note by Manish Malhotra that is accessible only to Starbucks Rewards members.

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Manish Malhotra Redefines Inflight Elegance

Malhotra’s take on modern Indian style complements Air India’s recently unveiled new global brand identity as the flag-bearer of a more confident, progressive, and resurgent new India…reports Asian Lite News

Air India, India’s leading global airline, unveils its much anticipated, brand-new collection of uniforms for cabin and cockpit crew, marking the arrival of a new age of inflight couture. Crafted by Indian celebrity couturier, Manish Malhotra, in his Mumbai atelier, the new uniforms feature an array of colours and timeless designs. The collection mirrors a rare, harmonious blend of rich Indian heritage and aesthetics with 21st-century style, elegance, and comfort.

The new uniforms will be introduced in a phased manner over the next few months, starting with the entry of service of Air India’s first Airbus A350. Campbell Wilson, Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director, of Air India, said, “Air India’s crew uniforms are amongst the world’s most storied in aviation history, and we firmly believe that Manish Malhotra’s innovative ensemble will script an exciting new chapter for Air India’s future narrative. It perfectly captures the essence of our new identity, service principles, and our pursuit of setting new benchmarks in global aviation.”

Malhotra’s take on modern Indian style complements Air India’s recently unveiled new global brand identity as the flag-bearer of a more confident, progressive, and resurgent new India.

The female cabin crew attire features a ready-to-wear ombré saree with intricate patterns reminiscent of Indian heritage architecture (jharokha) and the Vista (new Air India logo icon), paired with a comfortable blouse and blazer. The ready-to-wear sarees can be optionally worn with comfortable pants, which provides greater flexibility to the female cabin crew to choose the style they most identify with and brings a unique East-meets-West look.

The ombré sarees for the senior female cabin crew will be aubergine-to-burgundy, combined with aubergine blazers, exuding a balance of authority and sophistication. Conversely, the junior female cabin crew will wear vibrant red-to-purple ombré sarees combined with red blazers, embodying youthfulness and energy.

Manish Malhotra said, “I am honoured to have been allowed to design the uniforms for Air India. It is a privilege to be able to contribute to the national flag-bearer and showcase the elegance and charm of Indian fashion. I aimed to create uniforms that capture the essence of India’s diverse culture and traditions while also embodying a modern and sophisticated look. By incorporating quintessential hues that are symbolic of India, I hope that these uniforms not only make the crew feel proud but also leave a lasting impression on the guests, representing the warmth and hospitality that India is known for.”

The hallmark technique of ombrés is a signature attributed to Malhotra, reflecting his deep-rooted fondness for traditional attire and gradients. The colour palette of the new uniforms comprises deep red, burgundy, aubergine, and accents of gold, paying homage to India’s rich cultural heritage.

The well-fitting uniforms for both male and female cabin crew are practical and suited for them to perform in-flight duties with ease of movement. The new uniform designs were developed in close consultation with Air India’s cabin crew representatives and the airline’s In-flight Services team, who also conducted an extensive testing exercise for the new designs.

The cockpit crew’s uniform features a classic black double-breasted suit with a print inspired by the Vista, signifying professionalism, timelessness, and the gravitas of the flying profession.

Malhotra has also curated footwear that blends style and comfort, allowing each step to resonate with the grace and poise inherent in Air India’s sartorial overhaul. The female cabin crew will wear dual-tone (black and burgundy) block heels, and the male cabin crew will wear comfortable black Brogues. The uniforms include pearl earrings and sling bags for the female cabin crew.

“Air India has been in the world’s spotlight for some time. We are confident that our new crew uniforms will rise to the heightened expectations, distinctly making a statement that defines the very best of Indian heritage and hospitality. Travellers across continents will be able to instantly recognise these uniforms as the new Air India,” said Campbell Wilson.

Malhotra has meticulously crafted uniforms not only for Air India’s cabin crew and pilots, but also for ground staff, engineers, and security personnel, which will be revealed in due course. Sustainability and quality have been the cornerstones of the design and production process of these new uniforms. All fabrics and garments are proudly sourced and tailored in India.

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Sid-Kiara wedding dresses designed by Manish Malhotra

Sources said that Manish has designed Siddharth Malhotra’s sherwani to match Kiara’s bridal lehenga…reports Asian Lite News

World famous fashion designer Manish Malhotra has designed Kiara Advani’s lehenga and Siddharth Malhotra’s sherwani for their wedding.

Manish Malhotra is a well-known name in Bollywood who has designed dresses of many actors and actresses including Kajol, Kareena Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, Salman Khan, Shahrukh Khan etc.

Sources said that Manish has designed Siddharth Malhotra’s sherwani to match Kiara’s bridal lehenga.

His team is also working for Mehendi, Haldi and other pre-wedding functions. The clothes of both the family members have also been designed by their team. Manish reached Jaisalmer on Saturday afternoon along with Kiara by Ambani’s charter plane, while his team members arrived in the evening.

Rizwan Shaikh, Ali Rizvi, jewellry maker Kamlesh Gupta, Raj Rankawat, Manish Malhotra’s assistant Jason D’Souza, among others came to Jaisalmer for the photo shoot of the designer dress made by their team.

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Manish Malhotra’s Mijwan celebrates 10 years

To support the designer, Bollywoods leading power couple actors Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh walked the runway as show stoppers…reports Asian Lite News

While Delhi plays host to India’s biggest couture event, Mumbai was in for a treat as designer Manish Malhotra presented his Mijwan collection last evening. The show was live streamed on the designer’s social media handle @manishmalhotraworld.

The Mijwan Couture show celebrates 10 years this season, with a breathtaking collection of lehengas, saris and contemporary styles for women and sherwanis and achkans for men. The evening was a celebration of the designer’s association with the Mijwan Welfare Society founded by the late Urdu poet Kaifi Azmi to empower women in Mijwan, a tiny village in Azamgarh Eastern UP.

To support the designer, Bollywoods leading power couple actors Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh walked the runway as show stoppers. Cheering on the Malhotra was a star studded front row featuring the likes of Shabana Azmi, Gauri Khan, Shibani Dandekar Akhtar, Neelam Kothari, Raveena Tandon, Maheep Kapoor and many more.

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Manish Malhotra’s 3,000 hours curated Alia Bhatt’s stunning mehendi lehenga

“Every love story is unique, and @manishmalhotra05 beautifully narrates her beginning tale of a joyous forever,” added Manish…reports Asian Lite News

Celebrated fashion designer Manish Malhotra has revealed on social media that the fuchsia pink lehenga for actress Alia Bhatt’s mehendi ceremony took 3,000 hours to make and that it featured 180 textile patches.

Reminiscing about the work that went into creating this masterpiece, Manish wrote: “A treasure of traceability and trust. The very beautiful #ManishMalhotraBride. The very beautiful #ManishMalhotraBride @aliaabhatt chose to personalise her Mehendi ensemble with a sustainable approach, where approximately 180 textiles patches come together to mark her momentous occasion, the most special one indeed.”

Malhotra said that the “custom touches reminisce about her journey and depict symbolic elements of her memories. Inscribed through Kashmiri and Chikankari threads, the passionate 3,000-hour intricate handwork of #Mijwan women features a fuchsia pink Lehenga and a blouse embellished in real gold and silver nakshi and kora flowers, and vintage gold metal sequins from kutch.”

Talking about the technique, the designer shared: “The patches are woven together using a couture technique of cross-stitches with three tar and six tar anchors. Edged in real gold zari and appliques, this handwoven silk ensemble also carries Banarasi brocades, jacquard, bandhani, Kachha Resham knots, and some scraps from brides’ earlier outfits and detailing from #ManishMalhotraArchives.”

“Every love story is unique, and @manishmalhotra05 beautifully narrates her beginning tale of a joyous forever,” added Manish.

Ranbir and Alia got married in an intimate wedding on April 14.

The marriage was followed with a party on Saturday night which was attended by celebrities such as Gauri Khan, Aditya Roy Kapur, Karan Johar, Ayan Mukerji, Shakun Batra, Malaika Arora and Arjun Kapoor, Aadar Jain with girlfriend Tara Sutaria, Anushka Ranjan with husband Aditya Seal, and Akansha Ranjan Kapoor.

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‘LinenVogue La Classe’ to inspire a sense of reminiscence

The fabrics, are designed for the upcoming festive and wedding season, handpicked by Manish to complement the intricate embroidery…reports Asian Lite News

“Linen is a fabric I have worked very rarely with, so when I was asked to style a range of the new fabrics with Linen Vogue, I was most excited. I wanted to travel through a diverse palette of prints and colours that oscillates between the old-world regalia and the modern repertoire. The alluring fabric of LinenVogue – La Classe is a symphonic harmony of various heterogeneous elements that span from staid classic to the edgy take of new-age appeal. They inspire a sense of reminiscence and reflect upon the transient nature of time in a range of new-age, dynamic and wayward selection of linen this season,” said designer Manish Malhotra at the launch of his premium ceremonial ethnic fabric line in collaboration with BRFL Textiles Private Limited (BTPL).

BTPL is home to India’s largest single-roof state-of-the-art fabric processing facility, and together with the renowned designer, the fabric brand has released the “LinenVogue – La Classe”.

The fabrics, are designed for the upcoming festive and wedding season, handpicked by Manish to complement the intricate embroidery.

“We are delighted to launch our novel festive line collection as we look to provide our customers with a wide range of premium ethnic wear. The collection is a true representation of the superior quality, design innovation, and heritage value that the brand embodies. Each and every fabric has been uniquely and intrinsically designed and curated keeping in mind the rising demand for festive attire.

We are confident that the premium linen fabric that has been used to curate the collection will redefine ethnic fashion, and position ethnic wear as a sought after apparel segment. Manish is particularly recognized for his exquisite designs, and it is an honour for us to have him work on our fabric line and lend it a touch of elegance and finesse that he is globally renowned for,” said Prashant Agrawal, Managing Director, BTPL.

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