Skip to main content
BoF Logo

Agenda-setting intelligence, analysis and advice for the global fashion community.

Is Accessible Luxury the Next Big Opportunity in India?

Spurred by rapid growth in the pure luxury market, global brands operating in lower-priced segments like contemporary fashion are entering the country or accelerating expansion plans.
Models walk in the Spring/Summer show for Indian brand Lovebirds which operates in the accessible luxury category.
Models walk in a fashion show for Indian brand Lovebirds which operates in the accessible luxury category. (Lovebirds)

Please log in to ensure you can read our agenda-setting intelligence, analysis and advice. Or get in touch at support@businessoffashion.com if you experience difficulties.

When the company behind Sandro and Maje announced that the French accessible luxury brands will enter India this year, it strengthened the narrative that India’s dynamic fashion market presents global brands with opportunities beyond the pure luxury segment.

Further Reading

Is This Luxury’s Watershed Moment in India?

Brands like Dior and Valentino are banking on India’s high growth potential, but it will take more than dazzling shows and sleek stores to turn this complex market into a major revenue source.

About the author
Praachi Raniwala

Praachi Raniwala is a contributing writer at The Business of Fashion. She is based in India and specialises in luxury fashion, travel, and jewellery.

© 2026 The Business of Fashion. All rights reserved. For more information read our Terms & Conditions

More from Global Markets
A guide to unlocking opportunity in emerging and frontier fashion markets.
view more
Latest News & Analysis
Unrivalled, world class journalism across fashion, luxury and beauty industries.

Estée Lauder’s Surprise Acquisition, Explained

The American cosmetic giant’s buyout of Ayurvedic beauty line Forest Essentials came as a surprise. By picking an under-the-radar brand it knows well, the company can show that it’s still in the M&A game without needing to outbid rivals.


VIEW MORE
Agenda-setting intelligence, analysis and advice for the global fashion community.
CONNECT WITH US ON