Arushi Sakhuja
Are you ready to step into the lap of luxury? Because Jio World Plaza is finally here and it has the answer to all your luxury retail needs! Mumbai has a new luxury retail destination – Jio World Plaza, a space that is designed as an exclusive hub for retail, leisure, and dining. Situated in the prime Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC), the JWP will seamlessly integrate with the Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre, Jio World Convention Centre, and Jio World Garden. Nestled in Mumbai’s BKC, it spans four levels and 750,000 sq. ft., housing 66 luxury brands. Opening doors to the public on November, 1; the grand opening on October, 31 saw the biggest names in the film fraternity come together for a fashion show that was a delight to watch.
Among the 66 stores, some of the well-known stores at the mall you can find the likes of Cartier, Panerai, Coach Balenciaga, Tory Burch, YSL, and Versace. In addition, many international brands will be making a presence at the mall including Balenciaga, the Giorgio Armani Café, Pottery Barn Kids, Samsung Experience Centre, EL&N Café, and Rimowa. And also flagship stores of Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Cartier, Bally, Giorgio Armani, Dior, and Bulgari. For Mumbai's shoppers, it's also an opportunity to visit inaugural stores of brands such as Valentino, Tory Burch, YSL, Versace, Tiffany, Ladurée, and Pottery Barn. However, the buck doesn't stop there, the JWP also houses Indian veterans like Manish Malhotra, Abu Jani-Sandeep Khosla, Rahul Mishra, Falguni and Shane Peacock, and Ri By Ritu Kumar.
Speaking on the new opening Isha M Ambani, director, Reliance Industries Ltd., in a statement.shared, “Our envisioning of Jio World Plaza is aimed at bringing the best global brands to India, as well as highlighting the prowess and craftsmanship of top Indian brands, to create a unique retail experience. Our pursuit of excellence, innovation, and enhancing customer experience continues to propel us in every venture.“
Coming to the design of the JWP, it’s opulent and extravagant catering to a new luxury shopping experience, not solely designer boutiques. The design of the space mirrors a fresh aesthetic which casts a welcoming radiance throughout. International architectural firm TVS and the Reliance team joined hands to design the space, and its architecture draws inspiration from the lotus and nature. A modern sculpture by Jitish Kallat graces the entrance, while gold accents, Italian marble flooring, extravagant chandeliers, vaulted ceilings and ambient lighting, and exquisite artwork, exude warmth, charm, excitement, and elegance. The mall will provide a range of services, including personal shoppers, VIP concierge, wedding concierge, taxi services, wheelchair facilities, hands-free shopping and porter services, elevating the luxury shopping experience for its patrons.
Jio World Plaza is set to become the nation's most exclusive and extravagant mall, promising an unparalleled shopping experience.