Luxury brands are no longer just interested in selling to India. When Bollywood icon Deepika Padukone was named global brand ambassador for both Louis Vuitton and Cartier, it wasn’t just a photo op. It was a statement , Indian talent is now central to how global luxury communicates, innovates, and expands.
Luxury brands are no longer interested in only selling to Indian consumers. They’re looking to collaborate with Indian creatives, strategists, and professionals — because India brings something rare to the table: a fusion of deep cultural intelligence, global sensibility, and business acumen.
From Dior to Vivienne Westwood, Louis Vuitton to Chanel, the world’s most iconic luxury houses are not just entering India — they’re embedding themselves within it. Why? Because Indian professionals bring an edge that luxury today demands.
The reasons are obvious. With one of the world’s fastest-growing affluent populations, a sharp rise in aspirational spending, and a rich tradition of craftsmanship and culture, India is no longer a rising market, it’s a rising luxury powerhouse. According to Euromonitor International, India’s luxury market is projected to hit $8.5 billion this year, up significantly from just a few years ago. Add to that the fact that India is now the most populated country in the world, and the opportunity is no longer a prediction. It’s reality.
The luxury industry in India isn’t just looking for creative minds. It’s looking for professionals who can think strategically, communicate globally, and understand the emotional currency of luxury.
What makes Indian talent so valuable to global luxury?
- Cultural Fluency
India is a land of contrasts, ancient traditions and modern innovation coexist here every day. Indian talent is naturally equipped to translate heritage into modern storytelling, and create brands that feel both rooted and aspirational. - Global Mindset
With one of the world’s largest diasporas, over 18 million Indians living abroad, India’s influence stretches across major cities like Dubai, London, and New York. Indian professionals are inherently global, often multilingual, and deeply aware of international consumer expectations. - Design thinking meets business strategy
Luxury today isn’t just about aesthetics. It’s about emotional value, brand strategy, and sustainability. Indian talent is proving to be uniquely skilled at blending creativity with commercial insight, bringing the kind of strategic thinking luxury brands need to evolve. - An Innate understanding of aspiration
In India, luxury is not just a product, it’s an emotion, a symbol of growth, and a personal narrative. Indian professionals intuitively understand this dynamic, making them excellent storytellers, marketers, and client experience leaders. - A Heritage of craftsmanship
From intricate textiles to fine jewelry, India has long been a hub for artisanal mastery. This tradition of detail, patience, and excellence translates naturally into the values that luxury brands hold dear.
With one of the world’s fastest-growing affluent populations, a surge in aspirational spending, and an unmatched reservoir of creative and strategic talent, India is no longer an emerging market. It’s a rising luxury powerhouse. According to Euromonitor International, India’s luxury market is projected to reach $8.5 billion this year — a leap that mirrors not just economic growth, but cultural influence.
The Talent luxury needs now
Today’s luxury brands need professionals who can:
- Think strategically about regional and global markets
- Understand the nuances of Indian culture and consumer behavior
- Craft storytelling with both local depth and global polish
- Balance luxury’s emotional appeal with data-driven intelligence
Roles in brand management, digital marketing, trend forecasting, retail operations, sustainability, and content creation are no longer optional , they’re essential for any luxury brand expanding in or from India.
India Is Ready. Are You?
If you’re passionate about fashion, design, culture, or storytelling and you want to be part of an industry that’s both prestigious and purposeful… this is your moment!
Explore The School of Luxury Retail (TSOLR) and take your place in India’s luxury story. The future isn’t just stylish. It’s made in India.
