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Harrods Hosts Couture Event Targeting Growing South Asian Customer Base

1 report, 1 independent Updated Oct 23
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What happened

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Harrods and Gaurav Gupta hosted a couture evening inspired by the Ramayana to mark Diwali. This event was part of a storewide Diwali campaign running from October through November 8. The campaign features festive wear available in a private suite and includes gifts, live music, and retail activations.

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Why it matters

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Harrods is investing across fashion, beauty, gifting, and food to meet the increasing number of international customers from South Asia. According to Rachel Bright, director of marketing at Harrods, the Indian customer base saw 50 percent footfall growth on Diwali.

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Who's involved

  • HarrodsBritish department store hosting the couture evening.
  • Gaurav GuptaIndian couturier who co-hosted the couture evening with Harrods.
  • Rachel BrightDirector of marketing at Harrods.

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • KnightsbridgeSpeculative

    Knightsbridge might see a direct increase in footfall and sales due to the featured Diwali showcase.

  • SelfridgesSpeculative

    Selfridges might face increased competitive pressure as Harrods captures a growing high-value South Asian customer base.

  • SephoraSpeculative

    Sephora might see increased demand for luxury beauty products due to Harrods' campaign success.

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