Messika partners with Ethos Ltd to open its first store in India
Messika, a French luxury jewellery brand has partnered with Ethos Ltd to enter the Indian market with the launch of its first store in the national capital, New Delhi.
The store located at the Chanakya Mall spread across an area of 68 square meters will showcase the full spectrum of the brand's creations.
The boutique showcases Messika's iconic signature Move collection, along with select high jewellery pieces, making their debut to the Indian market.
With the opening of this boutique, Messika aims to further strengthen its partnership with Ethos to fuel its growth in the Indian market.
Commenting on the launch, Valérie Messika, founder & artistic director of Maison Messika in a statement said, 'Making a debut in India has always been a dream of mine, and the fact that it aligns with the Maison's anniversary makes it all the more special, it truly feels like a dream come true.'
Founded in Paris by Valérie Messika, daughter of diamond dealer André Messika, Messika is currently sold in more than 50 countries and has 400 points-of-sale worldwide.
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