Tote it with Michael

Say Michael Kors and you think of Project Runway, the Emmy-nominated reality television programme that he ruled as a judge for 10 seasons. His name also evokes images of clean lines and simple, unpretentious designs. Until recently, one had to visit his stores in Dubai or New York to get one’s hands on his signature totes or delicious slouchy pants. But now you can buy it all at Kors' first, and only store so far, at Delhi’s DLF Emporio mall.

"I have picked up Michael Kors jumpsuits and apparel from stores in Dubai and elsewhere, but never accessories," says designer Deepika Govind as we enter the store that spans 1,500 sq ft and has countless shelves lined with bags, watches, shoes and ready-to-wear apparel. You can’t miss the store. Hints of fuchsia beckon you tantalisingly as soon as you enter Emporio and cross the fountain.

"Signature tones of fuchsia, summer blue and tan dominate the collection," says one of the store assistants. The afternoon sun beats down mercilessly outside, but in the cool environs of the store a steady trickle of customers keeps pouring in. "I think that our Indian customers are extremely sophisticated and will appreciate the glamour, luxury and versatility they find in the store," Kors had said during the launch, and clearly he was right.