ABFRL to manage Christian Loouboutin’s India operations
A prominent name in the Indian fashion industry, Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail Ltd (ABFRL), has collaborated with world-renowned shoe designer Christian Louboutin to oversee the integration of the brand’s Indian business into a newly formed subsidiary of ABFRL, with both partners holding equal stakes.
Established in 1991 in Paris, Christian Louboutin is globally recognized for its high-end footwear, particularly its signature red sole shoes. Having a strong retail presence in over 30 countries, the brand has diversified into men’s footwear, leather goods, accessories, beauty products, and kids’ collections.
A part of the Aditya Birla Group, ABFRL has nearly 4,000 stores, and a presence in over 33,000 multi-brand outlets and department stores across the country. The company owns brands such as Louis Philipe, Van Heusen, Allen Solly and Peter England. With exclusive partnerships with international brands like Ralph Lauren, Hackett London, Ted Baker, etc, the brands revenues totaled Rs 12,418 crore in FY’23.
