Luxe Insider with Anita Khatri: Recent Episodes
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If you’re thinking luxury, this is your Luxe Insider! India’s first luxury podcast, Luxe Insider, is back with Season 2. And this time, we’re doing things differently. In Season 1, we shared the latest trends and heard from leaders behind some of the world’s most well-known luxury brands.
But this season, come dive in for our top 5 recommendations on luxury destinations, experiences, accessories, and more! Confused which should be your next luxury handbag? Seeking out a luxury experience in Italy? Whatever your need, we’ve got you covered!
In this exciting finale episode, Anita sits down with a Watch enthusiast and a seasoned Media professional, Brice Lechevalier, Editor-in-Chief of GMT. Together, they explore their favourites from Watches and Wonders 2024, discussing the latest novelties and the standout timepieces that captured their attention. Tune in for a candid and insightful conversation between two watch lovers as they dive into the world of luxury timepieces and trends observed. Don’t miss this engaging wrap-up of our Watches and Wonders series!
In this episode of Luxe Insider with Anita Khatri, Anita makes her observations about the new or renewed trends set at this years edition. She also gets a first hand feel of the novelties released in Geneva. Tune in, as she shares her insights from the stand-out pieces, the impressive complications and some of the most elegantly crafted marvels. These are the watches you need to know about!
This year at Watches and Wonders, catch Anita's wholesome experience with Jaeger LeCoultre!
Right from devouring the culinary delights by a Two star Indian Michellin Star chef to understanding the horological masterpieces that left her awestruck, this episode is a power packed one!
In this episode, Anita sits down with the CEO of Zenith Watches, Benoit de Clerck for a fascinating conversation. They delve into his new role, the latest releases from Zenith, and what the future holds for the brand. Plus, they explore his personal style, including how he expertly pairs his timepieces with custom suits and his favourite fragrances. This episode is a must-watch for watch enthusiasts and collectors alike!
In this episode, Anita sits down to have a conversation with the effusive Chief Marketing Officer of TAG Heuer-George Ciz as she discovers how the brand is driven by its commitment to precise time keeping. Proud to be a sporty brand through and through, George and Anita discuss about the brand’s strategy in picking their brand ambassador, interesting anecdotes from his ongoing stint with the watch brand, his love for blue outfits and his message for India. It’s an interesting conversation you don’t want to miss!
In episode 2 of this series, Anita sits down to have a conversation with the suave CEO of Parmigiani Fleurier-Guido Terreni. After a fantastic 2023 for the Watch Maison, Anita and Guido discuss the revival of the iconic Toric collection this year and what does this mean for the brand. And of course, Anita also breaks down what drives Guido’s style choices while pairing his watches. Tune in!
We are at Geneva for the Watches and wonders 2024 exhibition are bringing to you the new launch straight from Montblanc booth. It is truly marvel. I also caught up with Neeraj Walia- Managing Director and CEO, Montblanc India who shares his insights on dressing a watch with our outfits. Tune in!
It's that wonderful time of the year again! Tune in as Luxe Insider with Anita Khatri presents a special series packed with everything about watches – from the latest Trends, Brands to watch out for and must-have Timepieces spotted at the event.
And of course there is more. Stay Tuned
In this episode of Luxe Insider, Anita talks about this Small but a mighty masterpiece from Longines, The Mini DolceVita.
It’s fashion forward, yet the Longines DolceVita also transcends time and appeals to collectors from all generations and lifestyles.
Tune in to know why it's an absolute Must Have!
This week, on Luxe Insider, Anita is in conversation with Mr. Daniel Hug, Head of Longines 'Brand Heritage'
Mr. Hug reveals the oldest pocket watch bought by a customer in India and other interesting anecdotes and stories from the brand’s 200-Year old Legacy
Dubai!! Where opulence knows no bounds and luxury is a way of life! They say Money can't buy happiness but does it hold true when you’re in Dubai?
Join Anita this week as she experienced one such Luxurious Event with a very special Guest who also happens to be her life partner and a fellow Watch Geek!
Discover their favourite Brands, Timepieces, Booths, Experiences and much more only on Luxe Insider with Anita Khatri.
With a poetry of love, romance and good fortune, Van Cleef & Arpels has historically celebrated luck, joy, togetherness and optimism since it was founded in 1906. Join Anita this week as she discovers the brand's exceptional pieces as tokens of love dedicated to great romances.
In this week’s Episode on Luxe Insider, join Anita in a glamorous candid conversation with Fashion Phenomenon, Falguni Shane Peacock. By creating their own rules, this designer duo has made history and is one of the most sought after brands for Luxury Evening wear. Dive into the conversation now!
On a cool fall afternoon in Geneva, Anita attended the 11th Edition of FHH's Forum- Horology Futurology. Join Anita on this weeks episode where she unravels the happenings at this Forum as industry experts come together to pause and reflect on the ever evolving trends of the Watch Industry. Listen till the end, as Anita reveals six important findings on India & the Watch Consumer Behaviours, from a recent study conducted by Deloitte.
In this week's episode of Luxe Insider, Anita talks about Dior's Legacy, from The New Look to becoming a Global Icon. The History, the sheer vision for the house and what it is today, let's hear it straight from Anita!
Today on Luxe Insider, we dive into the glitz and glamour of a tiny yet dazzling crown on the Riveria, Monaco!
Whether its the Grand Casino or the Iconic Yachts or the F1 Races or the luxury shopping, this Principality has captured the hearts of so many! Join me as I take you through my day in Monaco
In this week's episode of Luxe Insider, Anita takes us on a journey into the life and legacy of one of fashion's most legendary figures—Coco Chanel.
Coco Chanel's remarkable journey is a tale of bold moves, fashion revolutions, and unyielding determination. From humble beginnings, she carved her path to becoming a pioneer of modern style, establishing an iconic brand that continues to shape the fashion industry today.
Join Anita in this week's episode as she takes you through her travels to Kenya: the land of majestic wildlife and landscapes. If you are planning to take a trip to this East African nation, this episode is for you!
This week on Luxe Insider, with the ongoing Cricket World Cup fever, Anita speaks to a cricketing legend from the 1983 World Cup winning team Balwinder Singh Sandhu and a Cricket aficionado and a Collector, Digvijay Singh Kathiwada.
Anita also discovers a Sports Memorabilia, destined to become a prized collectible for cricket enthusiasts across India.
In an exclusive collaboration with the man himself- Kapil Dev, Hurdler Australia proudly presents an exclusive limited-edition 1983 Medallion Kit. This special medallion collection recognises all fifteen (15) of this great Indian Cricket Team along with their Manager- Mr. Man Singh. The fifteen (15) member squad is beautifully presented on a 55mm round Medallion in genuine 14K Gold plating.
You can shop it here- https://www.1983cricketworldcup.com/products/commemorative-medallion-collection
On an exotic island in Cannes, a larger than life exhibition that houses opulent travel retail items- beauty, fragrances, chocolates, liquor, travel accessories and much more! Welcome to TFWA 2023, with Anita Khatri! Dive into the episode to discover the latest trends in the World of Beauty and how Skincare has taken centre stage
Luxe Insider with Anita Khatri is back with new episodes taking you through a journey with the best of Luxury Brands, Exotic Destinations and the Finest Beauty Brands! Join Anita weekly, as she brings to you all things indulgent.
Surprise, Surprise! In this bonus episode, Anita chats with Aanam C. Aanam shares her journey from being a beauty content creator to finding the gap in the beauty market place and to establishing Wearified, an Indian beauty brand for Indian skin type for the Indian weather. Her challenges, her successes. All of this, in this bonus, power packed episode.
In this season finale, Anita chats with RAS Luxury Skincare’s Founder and CEO, Shubhika Jain. From tracking the brand’s humble beginnings to its current expansion, their Farm to Face approach to its Sustainability practices and Bestseller products etc. And of course, we couldn't resist asking the young budding achiever some rapid fire questions. So grab your favorite face mask, relax, and join Anita and Shubika in this captivating episode with RAS Luxury Skincare. Your skin will thank you for it!
This week, Anita sits down with The OG Beauty Blogger- Dollie Solanki, where she spills the beans on her tried-and-true beauty tips and tricks, revealing the secrets to achieving that enviable glow and flawless complexion. From skincare routines to makeup techniques, she shares her expertise. From being an influencer and getting to try a million products to actually sticking to what works best for your skin, Dollie reveals it all in today’s episode.
The next guest on the podcast is the editor of Elle India – Ainee Ahmedi. Who better than her to join Anita to throw light about the hoo-ha on clean beauty, marketing versus performance dosage, the phenomena of sustainability and how consumers can contribute towards practising sustainable buying. Tune in!
And Mitali Patel from House of Misu is back! Join Anita and Mitali as they chat about their favourite beauty products, the hacks and beauty tricks, the importance of unwinding, protecting your skin on travels, wellness and much more!
The last decade saw the expansion of the beauty industry. Gone were the age old, kitchen staple rescues to make you feel beautiful. It was the onset of the ‘How-to’ Tutorials on social media platforms. It was the age of buying beauty products on e-commerce portals. Cut to today, retail stores with the latest technological advancement to help you make the right buying choices. Join Anita and Surabhi Batra, Area Manager, India Subcontinent, Travel Retail- EMEA for L’Oréal Paris as they break down the expansion of the beauty industry in India.
So what exactly is beauty? Dive into an exciting new season with Anita Khatri as she unravels her beauty experiences, her beauty secrets and regimen, insightful conversations with beauty influencers, brand heads and other leading voices, the rise of clean beauty and sustainability, what's new and much more!
In this Finale Episode on the special series for Watches and Wonders, Anita discovers and talks to Three brands who exhibited outside the exhibition amongst several others.
Dive into conversations that talk about Relationships with Indian Brand Ambassadors, India as a market, new launches and much more!
Conversations, First-hand Experiences and much more! In this episode, I catch-up with Rizwan Bachav, a lifestyle influencer and a fellow visitor who witnessed the grandeur of the exhibition. From their first impression about the exhibition to their most memorable moments, fashion and style tips and everything in between, catch these candid conversations in this episode!
Presenting The Big Ten! Straight from Watches and Wonders, on this episode of Luxe Insider, Anita Picks her Top 10 Watches that impressed her the most. From the classics to the most complicated, there's something unique about all her picks! Watch Lovers, this episode will be a treat for you!
Welcome to the first episode of our special series ‘Watches and Wonders 2023: Bigger Better & Crazier’! In this episode, Anita breaks down the trends in the world of Horology that were set at Geneva. She also caught up with the leading brands' voices sharing their take on these trend setters. Stay tuned as she unfolds the action at Watches and Wonders 2023.
In March 2023, at Geneva, Watch Maisons exhibited their latest timepieces at Watches and Wonders. I was once again fortunate enough to experience this wonderful exhibition! Don't miss our new special series 'Watches and Wonders 2023'. Coming soon!
Today, on the season finale of Luxe Insider, we end on a lighter note by counting down the most bizarre items that luxury brands release for purchase. Thanks to our listeners for joining us and we hope you enjoy this very special episode.
With the onset of the festive and wedding season, I cannot even begin to imagine what everyone has on their wish lists. Is it the latest Louis Vuitton or a Goyard handbag? When it comes to watches, Panerai might be exactly what you're looking for
On this episode of Luxe Insider, we talk about Poland, a destination in Eastern Europe known for its picturesque landscapes, historical sites, and so much more.
Most of us love to travel and why shouldn’t we? Travel is the best teacher. We learn so many life lessons on our journeys. Today on Luxe Insider, we talk about some of the mistakes you can avoid while travelling in Europe, so you don't need to make them to learn.
After the pandemic, stories of revenge travel are on the rise. Where else do you start your trip than at the airport? Today we talk about world class airports that are a destination unto themselves.
Cannes... What does the destination bring to mind, glamour, beaches, or the famous film festival. The idyllic ocean front town also brings to mind TFWA, aka Tax Free World Association, which is what we discuss on today's episode.
When you think luxury, you tend to think of exclusive and expensive products, but not for the Swiss watch brand Frederique Constant. They are a brand that makes luxury available to more people, without compromising on quality. This episode of Luxe Insider, we take a deep dive into the brand, its history and its principles.
Louis Vuitton is a brand that needs no introduction. Thanks to celebrities and influencers, owning a product from this outstanding luxury brand has become something to aspire to. Today, we round up five of their products you must invest in.
Today on Luxe Insider we have a roundup of one of the most widely-known luxury brands. A brand that celebrities love to adorn themselves with and gen Z aspires to own. That's right, today we're talking about Gucci!
According to French fashion designer Sonia Rykiel, perfumes are like parentheses, a moment of freedom, peace, love, and sensuality between the disturbances of modern living. Scents can express your personality and even alter your mood. From among the biggest names, Chanel to Chopard, we all have our personal favourites. Today on Luxe Insider, we talk about the most niche and exclusive luxury scents.
Switzerland is one of the most sought after holiday destinations. For our host, Anita Khatri, it’s her second home. So we could not have gone through this season without her list of recommended cities to visit in Switzerland. In this episode, we take you off the beaten path to some lesser-known but historically and culturally rich Swiss destinations. From the scenic mountain village of Mürren to the serenity and blue waters of St. Moritz lake, listen in for an audio sojourn to Switzerland.
Since the boom of the Apple watch, smartwatches have only grown in popularity. But the list doesn’t end with Apple. Luxury brands are combining their expertise in watch-making with the latest technology to deliver state-of-the-art smartwatches. So in this episode of Luxe Insider, we bring you a round-up of our selection of luxury smartwatches.
What’s the one accessory that no woman can go without? You guessed it, handbags! Rich or poor, handbags are the go-to accessory for all women to make a style statement. Today on Luxe Insider, we are counting down the best luxury handbags you need in your closet.
There’s an old Italian saying “Il Dolce Far Niente”, which means “the sweetness of doing nothing”. If this idea appeals to you, check out our list of five luxurious Italian destinations, where all you’ll have to worry about is the food, beaches, and of course, shopping for the best in luxury brands.
Indian royalty is synonymous with opulence. There are stories of 900 Rolls Royce cars owned by Indian Maharajas. The value of the jewellery and other pieces that belonged to them is staggering to consider. Last season, we covered some of these stories and now we're back with more tales of how opulence pervaded the lives of Indian royalty.
You can travel to exotic locations around the globe, staying at 5 and 7 star properties, but at the end of the day, there is no place like home. That's why on this season premier of Luxe Insider, we've curated five of the best luxury hospitality experiences right here in India. Sit back, relax and let us help you plan your next vacation in the lap of luxury.
Luxe Insider is back for Season 2 in an all new avatar! This season we bring you our top 5 recommendations on luxury destinations, experiences, accessories, and more! We have some great content coming your way. Stay tuned!
We’ve reached the season finale of Luxe Insider with Anita Khatri. We have a lot more in store for you for Season 2 and we’ll share more in the upcoming weeks. But until then, this week’s episode ends the season in classic Luxe Insider fashion. We have two conversations lined up with the CEOs of two notable watch brands: Mr. Nicholas Rudaz of Franck Muller and Mr. Pascal Raffy of Bovet.
We’re nearing the end of season 1 of Luxe Insider. But in the lead-up to the finale, we have a very insightful conversation with Mr. P K Thimmayya, the CEO of Mumbai Duty Free. Why do we add this to a podcast focused on luxury? Because over the years, we’re seeing travel retail and duty free shopping in India become a luxury shopping destination. Mr. Thimmayya explains this evolution in this week’s episode!
Recently, Anita attended the launch of Longines’ limited edition Hydroconquest XXII Commonwealth Games in India to commemorate the 2022 edition of the Commonwealth Games. At this event, she spoke to Indian OTT and Bollywood heartthrob Vikrant Massey and Indian ace swimmer, Sajan Prakash.
Vikrant, the official Friend of the Brand for Longines, presented the watch to Sajan Prakash who recently won a gold medal, in the 200m Mens Butterfly event at the Danish Open. Listen in to hear both these stalwarts’ thoughts on their association with Longines and what the essence of time is for them.
We’re back for the third and final episode of our special series, Watches and Wonders 2022: Time to Restart. In this episode, we continue on our sojourn through some of the finest timepieces from the event. Only, the focus for this episode’s selections – from Jaeger-LeCoultre’s Rendez-vous Dazzling Star to Tag Heuer’s Aquaracer Professional 200 Solograph, you’ll love learning about these exceptional pieces. BONUS: Montblanc’s India MD, Mr. Neeraj Walia talks to us about Montblanc’s nature-inspired collections launched at the exhibition.
This week we’re back for Part 2 of our special series on Watches and Wonders 2022, Time to Restart. In this episode, Anita breaks down the current trends in fine watchmaking and also her picks from the newly launched timepieces at the exhibition. From Rolex to Van Cleef and Arpels, each brand had something innovative and exceptional to offer. Bonus: Brand CEOs and heads give us their take on their timepieces launched at Watches and Wonders.
We hope you enjoy this episode!
As promised, we’re taking you behind the scenes of Watches & Wonders 2022. In this episode, Anita walks us through the immersive experiences offered by some of the most prestigious watchmakers of the world. She also speaks with the leaders of these brands on their brand vision for this year. This is a special one, and we hope you enjoy the episode!
Watches and Wonders, the world's most prestigious watch exhibition is back, and we have a small announcement for you.
Historically, luxury brands that cater largely to women have been led by men. But, there were a few exceptions to this. In this episode, we take a look back at the women, who founded legacy luxury brands and redefined the space with their vision. The trends they set back in the 20th century continue to define luxury even today. Come learn more about these stalwarts in our special episode on women in luxury. We hope you enjoy it!
In this week's episode, we cover the latest in the world of luxury. Listen in to get all the updates!
Luxury pens are often an overlooked category in the luxury space. But writing instruments are ubiquitous and always will be, even with the shift to digital. In this episode, we unpack this space, and hear from two people: Kunal Gupta, a luxury pen collector and founder of the Fountain Pens Connoisseur Club, as well as Nikhil Ranjan, the Managing Director of William Penn, a multi-brand retail store of luxury pens. We hope you enjoy this episode!
NFTs were the trending buzzword of 2021, and we see this continuing into 2022. Luxury brands and artists have also been quick to issue their NFTs through collaborations and new innovation. But what exactly are brands doing in this space? And what’s the value of building their NFTs? Come explore in this week’s episode of Luxe Insider!
On this week's episode of Luxe Insider, it's all about bespoke luxury experiences! With Valentine's Day round the corner, we have curated our selection of the most exclusive luxury staycations, dining experiences, and more in India (and a few overseas). But before that, Anita adds a few luxury experiences that are on her bucket list for 2022, and after hearing about them, they might be on yours too!
Write to us at podcast@anitakhatri.com to tell us what you thought about this episode or if there's any specific luxury category you'd like us to cover on the podcast. We hope you enjoy the episode!
In this week’s episode of Luxe Insider, we have with us renowned celebrity stylist, Eshaa Amiin. Eshaa’s consultancy – The Style Elevator – has expertise in styling for luxury weddings and Bollywood A-listers. She also runs her own label: The Eshaa Amiin label. We learn more about her journey, how a stylist’s work intersects with luxury brands, and more. We hope you enjoy the episode.
Roger Federer and Rolex. Longines and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan. George Clooney and Omega. These celebrities have become synonymous with the brands they represent, but what makes these celebrity associations so iconic and long lasting? Anita answers this question in our next episode of Luxe Insider. She shares a few considerations for brands looking to associate with a celebrity as their ambassador, how celebrity brand associations have changed over the years, and the latest trends we’re seeing in this space.
We hope you enjoy this episode!
Find Anita:
- On Instagram here
- On Twitter here.
Through Luxe Insider, we’ve discussed luxury watches, chocolates, weddings, and more! This week, it’s all about the luxury auto industry. We’ve been curious about this space, so to learn more, we spoke with Adil Jal Darukhanawala, one of the most well-known names in the Indian automotive industry. Adil has been the founding editor of numerous automotive publications in India such as Car & Bike International, Overdrive, Car India, among others.
In this episode, we speak to Adil about what defines a luxury car, luxury dos and don'ts of luxury car buying, recommended luxury cars for India, and more!
Find Anita:
- On Instagram here
- On Twitter here.
This week on Luxe Insider, we have with us Olivier Bernheim, the President of luxury Swiss watch brand, Raymond Weil. Olivier has been with Raymond Weil since 1982. His dynamism and visionary entrepreneurial spirit has contributed to Raymond Weil’s impact on the watchmaking world. In this episode, Anita speaks to Olivier about Raymond Weil’s journey, how the brand has stayed independent, and grown over the years.
We’re beginning the new year on a sweeter note – this episode is all about the world of chocolates. How do you identify a luxury chocolate? What is a luxury chocolate? And what are the trends among homegrown luxury chocolate brands? Anita discusses it all in this next episode, along with insights from Mr. Marc Wirth, Managing Director, Sprüngli Middle East, a luxury chocolate brand, on what has made this brand a pioneer among premium chocolates.
In the final episode of this year, we have for you a recap of what 2021 looked like for the luxury world. The biggest brand collaborations to the hottest trends – we cover it all in this episode. We hope you enjoy it!
Until a few years ago, brands resisted reaching out to social media influencers for their marketing and outreach efforts. Today, over 60% of luxury brands are actively using influencer marketing to promote their brand. To understand this shift, we have with us Mitali Sagar of the renowned House of Misu. House of Misu has paved the way for luxury influencer marketing in India, having worked with brands such as Gucci, Christian Louboutin, Louis Vuitton, among others.
In this episode, we speak with Rajiv Popley, Director of India’s legendary jewellery design brand, the Popley Group. We speak to Rajiv about who the Indian jewellery consumer is, what they’re looking for, how jewellery-buying in India has evolved, and what the future holds for this industry.
It’s wedding season! And, the Indian wedding industry is recovering from the setbacks of the pandemic with big fat Indian weddings back in full swing. To learn more about the most sought-after wedding destinations, navigating through vendors and more, we have with us Parthip Thyagarajan, the co-founder and CEO of India's leading bridal media brand, WeddingSutra.com. Potential brides and grooms, this one’s for you!
We have a special episode lined up for you this week! Anita Khatri spent November 24th to November 28th at the Dubai Watch Week 2021, where she spoke with the independent watchmakers and a few masterminds behind some of the extraordinary timepieces around the globe.
Come immerse yourself in the stories behind these brands and the highlights from Dubai Watch Week 2021.
Show Notes:
Find some of the exclusive timepieces Anita discovered at the Dubai Watch Week on her Instagram here.
And Anita's detailed piece on the Dubai Watch Week here.
Why are watches so expensive? And if you are looking for one, how do you know which one to buy from the sea of options out there? Anita’s journey with luxury began with watches, and in this episode she answers these questions while taking you on a sojourn through the world of watches.
From two sewing machines loaned by her father to becoming one of the largest fashion brands in India, Anita Dongre’s success journey is nothing short of inspiring. We speak to Anita about this journey, how she scaled up from 1 to 5 brands, and more in this next episode of Luxe Insider.
As always, we open with the episode with the latest updates in luxury around the world.
Increasingly, luxury brands are adopting sustainable practices. No doubt since the fashion industry is the second most polluting industry after oil. But are these practices a trend to appease the conscious customer? Or does it signal a serious commitment to sustainability? Anita unpacks sustainability in the luxury industry in this next episode of Luxe Insider.
Bonus: A sneak peek into the Oscars of watchmaking: the Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG).
Roger Dubuis is a young, rule-breaking Swiss brand. Founded in 1995, the brand has in a short amount of time built a dedicate following of watch connoisseurs. They like to call themselves the “The Troublemakers of Haute Horlogerie.” In this episode, we learn more about the brand, what sets them apart, and their ethos, from their dynamic CEO, Nicola Andreatta.
But before that, we have curated the latest news from the world of luxury for you.
Have a Happy Diwali!
Have you heard of diamonds being used as paper-weight? And did you know that luxury brands were allowed to officially enter India only in the early 2000s? Luxury is more than what meets the eye. This is particularly true in India, where luxury holds a rich and somewhat dark history, tracing back to Indian royalty. Join Anita Khatri in episode 1 of Luxe Insider, where she takes you through the evolution of luxury in India.
If you’re thinking luxury, this is your Luxe Insider. India’s first luxury podcast, Luxe Insider is a weekly show that brings to you the latest trends from the world of luxury. We also host conversations with leaders behind some of the world’s most coveted brands. Whether you're an industry insider looking to stay updated, or a consumer looking to learn more, this podcast is for you.