Comet launches first flagship store in Bengaluru
"This flagship is more than just a milestone- it's a statement," said Comet's co-f9under Utkarsh Gupta in a press release. "It's the first time you can physically walk into a soace and experience everything Comet stands for."
Comet's flagship store caters to urban men and women with a wide array of sneaker designs. The store also houses a cabinet which showcases how the sneakers are made to emphasise its manufacturing process.
"The store takes you through a journey where a comet crashes into earth- an extinction event reimagined as a symbol of fresh starts and powerful ideas," said Juneja about the store's interior in a press release. Featuring sculptural concrete textures and sneakers bursting through walls, the design aims to immerse visitors in Comet's take on contemporary sneaker culture.
Founded in 2023 by Utkarsh Gupta and Dishant Daryani, Comet positions itself as a disruptor in India's sneaker market. The flagship store will host exclusive drops, artist collaborations, and community events, with the goal of fostering a cultural hub for like-minded individuals.
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