Brands
Zeiss focuses on the future, launches Specslounge.com for opticians
MUMBAI: Zeiss India, has launched Specslounge.com, a cheeky omni-channel e-commerce platform designed to give its optician partners a digital leg-up. The platform’s all about seamless online transactions, bringing the future of optical retail into sharp focus.
It’s a strategic wink to its B2B partners, offering a slick online avenue for frame and lens orders. “We’re not ditching the opticians, just giving them a digital makeover,” said Rohan Paul, head of vision care at Zeiss India and neighbouring markets. “Think of it as a lead generator, a sales booster, a bit of digital viagra for their business.”
Specslounge.com aims to bridge the gap between online convenience and in-store expertise. Customers can browse and order online, but the all-important eye tests, frame fittings, and expert consultations remain firmly in the hands of the local optician. “We’re not replacing the human touch, just giving it a digital handshake,” Paul clarifies.
“It’s about empowering our partners, giving them the tools to thrive in a digital world,” Paul adds. “And let’s face it, who doesn’t want their specs delivered with a click?”
Brands
Raymond unveils Chairman’s Collection luxury store in Bandra
New 11,000 sq ft flagship redefines menswear retail with couture experience.
MUMBAI: Raymond has just raised the bar for luxury shopping in India by turning a store into a full-blown sartorial journey. The iconic menswear brand has launched its Chairman’s Collection flagship store in the heart of Bandra, Mumbai. Spanning over 11,000 square feet across two levels, the stunning space opened on the weekend of 10 April and offers a bold, immersive experience that blends fine menswear, evolved design, and exceptional craftsmanship.
Drawing inspiration from Renaissance and Baroque aesthetics with a contemporary European sensibility, the store is rooted in Indian craftsmanship while reflecting a distinctly global identity. It is divided into three distinct worlds:
- Modern Opulence – Casual Couture: Elevated casualwear featuring printed silk shirts, embroidered denim, and statement separates.
- Power Dressing – Contemporary Heirlooms: Exquisite suits in world-class fabrics, embellished jackets, and Indo-Western silhouettes.
- Art, Heritage & Experimentation – Indian Renaissance: Artisanal garments combining Renaissance-inspired prints with traditional techniques like zardozi and hand embroidery.
Beyond apparel, the store offers fine jewellery (including lab-grown diamonds), curated fragrances, and luxury watches, creating a holistic luxury destination. The experience is appointment-led, ensuring personalised service including bespoke tailoring and styling.
Raymond Lifestyle Limited, CEO Satyaki Ghosh said, “Chairman’s Collection reflects the pride of creating international-quality luxury, made in India, for the modern Indian man. This is a logical brand evolution towards launching a first-of-its-kind couture experience in India.”
The store also features gallery-style displays, a refined tailoring zone, and curated collectibles, including Formula 1-inspired models and Art Deco pieces, reflecting the Chairman’s passion for automobiles and fine art.
In a market increasingly hungry for meaningful luxury, Raymond has moved beyond traditional retail to create a space that doesn’t just dress a man, it defines his lifestyle. With the Chairman’s Collection, the brand is proving that true luxury in India is no longer just about what you wear, but how you experience it.
This new flagship is more than a store, it’s a statement that Indian luxury has arrived, and it’s dressed to impress.
