Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail Limited (ABFRL), India’s leading fashion powerhouse, has announced a strategic partnership with Christian Louboutin, the renowned Parisian designer celebrated for his high-end footwear and distinctive red-lacquered soles. The collaboration entails the transfer of the brand’s existing Indian business into a newly formed subsidiary of ABFRL, with both partners holding equal stakes.
Founded in 1991 in Paris, Christian Louboutin has become a global luxury icon, expanding its offerings beyond women’s and men’s footwear to include leather goods, accessories, beauty products, and a dedicated line for kids and pets. With a retail presence in over 30 countries, the brand has achieved widespread acclaim for its unique style and craftsmanship.
“We are excited to partner with ABFRL’s team and look forward to working with them to manage and develop the business in India, which is an extremely important market for us,” commented Alexis Mourot, Christian Louboutin’s Group CEO.
Ashish Dikshit, Managing Director of Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail Limited, expressed enthusiasm about the alliance, stating, “This partnership reflects our commitment to offering our discerning customers the very best in elegance and style. It also exemplifies our ambition to develop and shape the future of the luxury market in India.”
Sathyajit Radhakrishnan, CEO of International Business at Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail Limited, highlighted the brand’s distinctive style and craftsmanship, noting its appeal to the growing and discerning Indian audience.
Christian Louboutin established his business in the heart of Paris in 1991, introducing signature red-lacquered soles that became synonymous with the brand. With a diverse collection of shoes, leather goods, and accessories, Christian Louboutin now boasts over 150 points of sale worldwide.
ABFRL, a part of The Aditya Birla Group, is India’s first billion-dollar pure-play fashion powerhouse, with a vast retail space of 10.8 million sq. ft. and revenue of Rs. 12,418 Cr. The company oversees a network of 3,977 stores and 33,535 multi-brand outlets, featuring leading fashion brands like Louis Philippe, Van Heusen, Allen Solly, and Pantaloons. Additionally, ABFRL has a strong international brands portfolio, strategic partnerships with renowned designers, and a growing presence in the digital-first brands segment through its venture TMRW.
