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“We introduced perfumes to strengthen our emotional connection with customers:” Bagzone Lifestyles Pvt Ltd’s Ayush Tainwala
Mumbai: In a market where discerning consumers seek out not just products but experiences that reflect their sophisticated tastes, Lavie Luxe emerges as a brand synonymous with elegance and quality. Expanding beyond its esteemed reputation for high-end handbags and accessories, Lavie Luxe recently ventured into the fragrance industry with the launch of its new perfume line. Lavie Luxe, the premium extension of Lavie, introduced four meticulously crafted Eau de Parfum fragrances: Lush, Lily, Lagoon, and Love.
Earlier this year, the parent company ventured into the premium watch category under the Lavie brand, receiving critical acclaim for its stylish design and superior craftsmanship.
To know more about the brand, Indiantelevision.com caught up with its parent company Bagzone Lifestyles Pvt Ltd CEO Ayush Tainwala.
Edited Excerpts:
On Lavie Luxe’s venture into the perfume category
The inspiration to venture into the perfume category comes from our desire to offer a more comprehensive luxury lifestyle experience to our customers. Perfumes are a natural extension of our brand, which is synonymous with elegance and sophistication. By introducing perfumes, we aim to strengthen our emotional connection with our customers and provide them with a product that complements our existing range of high-end offerings.
On Lavie Luxe perfumes setting itself apart from other luxury fragrances in the market
Lavie Luxe perfumes stand out due to their unique blend of exquisite fragrance compositions and superior quality. Each scent is meticulously crafted with an 18 per cent fragrance concentration, ensuring longevity and a lasting impression. Additionally, our perfumes include a moisturizer component, making them gentle and skin-friendly. Our commitment to premium packaging and sophisticated branding further distinguishes our products in the luxury fragrance market.
On Lavie Luxe ensuring the quality and safety of its perfumes
Quality and safety are of great importance at Lavie Luxe. Our perfumes undergo rigorous dermatological and allergen testing to ensure they are safe for all skin types. We source the finest ingredients and materials to create our fragrances, and are meticulously manufactured locally in Gujarat which also adheres to the highest standards. This dedication to excellence ensures that our customers receive a product that is both luxurious and safe.
On customer expectations from Lavie Luxe in the future
Customers can look forward to a continued commitment to luxury and innovation from Lavie Luxe. We plan to introduce new and exciting products that align with our brand’s values of elegance and sophistication. This includes expanding our range within the perfume category and exploring other luxury segments. Our goal is to consistently provide our customers with high-quality, premium lifestyle products that enhance their everyday experiences.
On this expansion fitting into Bagzone Lifestyle Pvt Ltd’s overall growth strategy
The launch of the Lavie Luxe perfume line is a strategic extension of Bagzone’s commitment to offering luxurious and high-quality products. It aligns with our broader strategy of becoming a multi-category brand, following our successful launch of watches under Lavie earlier this year, and positions us to continue diversifying our offerings. By entering the perfume market, we are expanding our footprint in the luxury segment and reinforcing our brand’s identity as a provider of premium lifestyle products. This move allows us to offer our customers a more holistic Lavie Luxe experience, where they can enjoy not only our renowned handbags and accessories but also exquisite fragrances that align with our brand values of elegance and sophistication.
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Hyundai launches updated Ioniq 5 with 84 kWh battery, 690 km range
Priced at Rs 55.7 lakh, adds design, tech and safety upgrades.
MUMBAI: Charge it up, stretch it out, Hyundai’s latest electric upgrade is going the distance, quite literally. Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) has introduced an updated version of its Ioniq 5, packing in a larger 84.0 kWh battery that delivers a claimed range of up to 690 km (ARAI-certified), marking a significant leap in everyday usability for its flagship electric SUV.
Built on Hyundai’s Electric Global Modular Platform (E-GMP), the refreshed IONIQ 5 aims to balance performance with practicality, reducing range anxiety while making long-distance electric travel more viable. The upgrade builds on a model that has already secured global recognition, including the World Car of the Year title.
The changes aren’t just under the skin. On the outside, the SUV gets a sharper, more futuristic look with redesigned front and rear bumpers, new skid plates, sporty alloy wheels, a revised rear spoiler and updated V-garnish lighting, all while retaining its signature Parametric Pixel design.
Inside, Hyundai has focused on making the experience more intuitive. The cabin now features a redesigned three-spoke steering wheel with illuminated pixel elements, dual 12.3-inch displays, and a reworked wireless charging pad integrated with physical controls for seat functions small tweaks that aim to improve day-to-day usability.
On the tech front, the IONIQ 5 gets Hyundai’s Connected Car Navigation Cockpit (ccNC), Controller Over-the-Air (C-OTA) updates, and now supports wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. New additions such as Active Sound Design and in-car payment integration for EV charging reflect a push towards a more seamless, connected ownership experience. Remote immobilisation via Bluelink has also been introduced as an added security layer.
Safety sees incremental upgrades too, with features like Parking Collision-Avoidance Assist (Rear) and side parking distance warnings enhancing manoeuvrability in tight urban spaces.
The updated IONIQ 5 is available in four colour options Gravity Gold Matte, Midnight Black Pearl, Titan Grey and Optic White with an Obsidian Black interior theme.
Priced at Rs 55.7 lakh (ex-showroom), the new IONIQ 5 positions itself as a more rounded offering, less about futuristic promise, and more about making electric mobility fit seamlessly into everyday life.
