Hot Off The HELLO! India Press: Wellness takeovers, India meets the world and more

India’s luxury and lifestyle landscape is evolving at a rapid pace, with global brands, homegrown labels, and experiential concepts all contributing to its growing appeal. From flagship store openings and international debuts to innovative retail destinations and designer expansions, the market is becoming increasingly dynamic, immersive, and consumer-focused, reflecting the changing aspirations of a new generation of luxury shoppers. HELLO! India dives into the latest from the lifestyle world this month.

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ACROSS INDIA

The White Door has opened The White Door Atelier in Mumbai's Breach Candy, expanding its beauty and wellness offerings. The 4,600 sq. ft. space features a wellness café, Hammam, Rasul Chamber, Korean spa, medi-spa, recovery suites, and immersive wellness experiences designed around personalised luxury.

Ukiyo at The Ritz-Carlton, Pune, has been added to the prestigious 50 Best Discovery platform, recognising its Japanese cuisine and hospitality experience. Indian Accent Mumbai and The Second House, Goa have also been featured in the global guide, which now features more than 3,500 restaurants, bars, hotels, and vineyards across over 800 destinations worldwide.

Luxury handcrafted footwear label Shutiq is expanding its retail footprint through curated franchise partnerships. Founded by Sahel Ajay Makkar, the brand is known for its bespoke loafers and occasion footwear that combine Italian-inspired design with Indian craftsmanship.

Melissa and Diesel have launched the second chapter of their collaborative collection, introducing updated footwear silhouettes alongside a new accessories category. The capsule combines sculptural design, industrial influences, and bold aesthetics aimed at consumers seeking innovative, fashion-forward pieces.

Kimirica has opened its newest immersive boutique at Devi Ahilyabai Holkar International Airport in Indore, marking its sixth retail store and a major step into travel retail. The fragrance-led space showcases the brand's perfumes, bath and body products, home fragrances, gifting collections, and an interactive sensory pod, bringing its luxury self-care experience to travellers.

The National Centre for the Performing Arts has announced the Symphony Orchestra of India Autumn 2026 Season, celebrating the orchestra's 20th anniversary with four symphonic concerts and two chamber recitals. The programme will feature internationally acclaimed conductors, including Chief Conductor Martyn Brabbins and Alessandro Bonato, alongside renowned soloists performing works from the Classical, Romantic, and early Modern eras.

Reliance Retail's beauty platform Tira has exclusively launched South Korean dermo-cosmetic brand Dr. Melaxin in India. Known for its science-led skincare and slow-ageing philosophy, the brand debuts with its viral Peel Shot range, offering clinically tested solutions for pigmentation, pores, and skin texture.

New Balance has introduced the New Balance City Series in India, beginning with Delhi, as a community-first running initiative inspired by its global "Run Your Way" philosophy. Building on the success of its New Balance Run Club, the series aims to bring runners together through 5K and 10K events focused on participation and connection.

Chef Kunal Kapur of Pincode and Chef Vinesh Johny of LICK – Lavonne Ice Cream Kitchen have collaborated on the latest edition of Sweet Detours, a limited-time menu celebrating the lesser-known dessert traditions of Mizoram. The Bengaluru collaboration brings regional Indian flavours into the spotlight through inventive desserts.

Streetwear label Chapter2Drip has opened a new experiential store in Delhi's Basant Lok. Alongside its fashion collections, the space will host community events including coffee raves, run clubs, yoga, and Pilates sessions, reinforcing the brand's community-led identity. The purpose-led streetwear and lifestyle brand, co-founded by Rhea Chakraborty and Showik Chakraborty, is creating a space where fashion, self-expression and everyday connection come together.

The Leela Palace Bengaluru's ZLB23 has announced the return of Magnetic Music for its sixth season. Running every Saturday through July, The Velvet Notes will feature live performances by artists including Jatayu Experiments, Tarang Joseph, Zian B, and Blue Temptation alongside signature cocktails and dining.

QIINZA has launched in Assagao as a new lifestyle and cultural destination housed within a restored Portuguese bungalow. Bringing together fashion, home décor, gifting, and independent designers, the space also plans to host workshops, community events, and creative gatherings.

Ferrari has introduced the new Ferrari Amalfi Spider to India through exclusive showcases in Mumbai, New Delhi, and Bengaluru. The regional launch gives guests an opportunity to experience the V8 spider's design, engineering, and performance philosophy through curated events hosted by Ferrari's official distributors.

Giorgio Armani is bringing its Made to Measure bespoke tailoring service to India, with Italian specialist Walter Sciciliano visiting to offer personalised consultations. Clients will be able to customise garments through a selection of premium fabrics, silhouettes, linings, and finishing details.

Tipsy Tabby has entered India's evolving beverage market with a range of fruit wine seltzers. Made with real fruit and containing just 40 calories per bottle, the drinks are positioned as a lighter, more mindful alternative for modern social occasions.

Jewellery brand Isvari introduced Artisanal by Isvari, its new sterling silver label, with the opening of the brand's first boutique in Chandigarh. The launch marks Isvari's entry into bridal silver, positioning Artisanal by Isvari among the first luxury houses in the country to introduce 925 sterling silver, adorned with natural gemstones and pearls, as a serious bridal jewellery category.

Dolce&Gabbana Beauty has made its retail debut in Delhi-NCR with the opening of its first standalone boutique at DLF Mall of India, Noida, in partnership with Apparel Group India. The boutique brings together the Maison’s signature Italian glamour, contemporary beauty offerings, and immersive retail experience, featuring the Dolce&Gabbana Makeup Collection, its iconic fragrance portfolio, and the exclusive Velvet Collection.

AJIO has expanded its offline footprint with the launch of its first AJIO LUXE store in Delhi NCR, located at Ambience Mall, Vasant Kunj. The opening marks a significant milestone in the brand's premium retail journey. The new destination offers a thoughtfully curated selection of luxury and premium fashion, bringing together renowned international and Indian brands across fashion, footwear, accessories, and lifestyle. Conceived as an immersive shopping destination, the store caters to the growing appetite for elevated, experience-driven retail among discerning shoppers in the Delhi NCR region.

HEIR is a new niche fragrance house that has launched with five original Eau de Parfum creations developed over 18 months in collaboration with master perfumer Michael Ælfric Nordstrand, whose portfolio includes Jo Malone and Tom Ford. Blended in Spain using globally sourced ingredients, the fragrances are presented in custom-designed bottles and velvet-lined boxes, reflecting the brand's vision of creating timeless scents and collectible objects intended to be treasured and passed down through generations.

The team behind Vivenda Dos Palhaços and Ciaran's has opened The Ten in Siolim, North Goa. The all-suite luxury boutique resort features ten suites, five pools, in-suite fine dining, and an intimate hospitality concept close to the region's beaches and cultural hotspots.

BUILT, a new performance footwear brand founded by Vedant Lamba and Vijayant Dhaka, has officially entered the market with a natural movement philosophy aimed at redefining how people approach movement. Designed to global standards and assembled in India, the brand combines biomechanics, performance, thoughtful design and aesthetics with the ambition of building a globally respected performance footwear label from India.

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ACROSS THE WORLD

Onitsuka Tiger has opened its largest global flagship store in Shinjuku, Tokyo. Spanning four floors, the new space showcases the brand's Heritage, Contemporary, and Formality collections while combining Japanese craftsmanship with Italian design influences through an immersive architectural concept.

Way Well by Alekha Advani, Heritance Aarah Maldives, and Trips to Maldives have come together to launch Harmony by the Sea, an immersive wellness retreat in the Maldives. Designed around movement, mindfulness, nutrition, and meaningful connection, the retreat blends holistic wellbeing, luxury hospitality, and curated travel experiences in a serene island setting.

Indian electronic music duo Anhad + Tanner composed the original score for Manish Malhotra's Paris Haute Couture Week debut. The presentation, titled Maa, blended fashion, storytelling, and contemporary electronic music to explore themes of identity, memory, and family.

Six Senses has unveiled Six Senses AMAALA on Saudi Arabia's Red Sea coast, its second property in the Kingdom. The ultra-luxury wellness resort combines longevity-focused wellness facilities, immersive dining, regenerative luxury, and nature-led experiences across beaches, lagoons, and desert landscapes.

NiiRA Mirissa has opened as a new independent lifestyle destination overlooking Sri Lanka's Mirissa Bay. Inspired by the country's southern coastline, the property blends contemporary design, destination-led experiences, immersive dining and adventure with a strong connection to local culture, offering a fresh take on luxury travel through its philosophy of "Pause. Rewind. Play."

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