Lecoanet Hemant
Lecoanet Hemant is a fashion house founded by designers Didier Lecoanet and Hemant Sagar that brings Parisian savoir faire to India. Its Genes Lecoanet Hemant line offers premium ready-to-wear for women and men through stores in India.
| Founders | Didier Lecoanet, Hemant Sagar |
|---|---|
| Ready-to-wear line | Genes Lecoanet Hemant |
| Genes founded | 2000 |
| Stores | Mumbai, Delhi, Chennai |
| Website | geneslecoanethemant.com |
What is Lecoanet Hemant?
Lecoanet Hemant is a fashion house created by designers Didier Lecoanet and Hemant Sagar, described as Indo-German-French designers. The house is known for combining French aesthetics with Indian craftsmanship.
Products and positioning
Its premium ready-to-wear line, Genes Lecoanet Hemant, was established in 2000 and is presented as bringing Parisian savoir faire to India. Collections are season-less and cover menswear, womenswear and accessories.
- Women's poplin button-downs and summer shorts
- Men's linen jackets, including camouflage and iguana-scale prints
- Relaxed trousers and accessories
The Spring Summer 2024 collection, titled ...TROPIQUES!, comprised more than 350 SKUs.
Distribution
Genes Lecoanet Hemant operates stores in India, with a retail presence in Mumbai, Delhi and Chennai. Its sixth Indian store opened in Sultanpur, Delhi, in March 2024. The brand also sells online.
Why it matters
Lecoanet Hemant is an example of a designer house applying European design culture to a brand built and manufactured in India for Indian customers.
Frequently asked questions
Who founded Lecoanet Hemant?
Lecoanet Hemant was founded by designers Didier Lecoanet and Hemant Sagar.
What is Genes Lecoanet Hemant?
Genes is the house's premium ready-to-wear line for women and men, sold through stores in India and online.