Sabyasachi is India’s leading luxury fashion house. Designer Sabyasachi Mukherjee founded it in Kolkata in 1999. It is best known for heirloom bridal lehengas, handcrafted sarees, fine jewellery, and bags and belts with its tiger emblem. In Mumbai, you can shop Sabyasachi lehengas, sarees and accessories at Aza Fashions’ Altamount Road store. Sabyasachi bags, belts and pouches are also available online at azafashions.com.
Sabyasachi at a Glance
- Founder: Sabyasachi Mukherjee
- Founded: 1999, Kolkata
- Known for: Bridal lehengas, sarees, fine jewellery and accessories
- Ownership: Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail (ABFRL) has held a 51% stake since 2021
- Global presence: Flagships across major Indian cities, and a New York flagship since 2022
- Signature motif: The Royal Bengal tiger
- Buy at Aza: Lehengas, sarees and accessories at Altamount Road, Mumbai; accessories online
Who Is Sabyasachi Mukherjee?
Sabyasachi Mukherjee grew up in Chandannagar, West Bengal. He graduated from the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) in 1999 and launched his label the same year with a team of three. Bengal still shapes every collection: its textiles, its old Calcutta homes and its goldsmithing traditions.
Over two decades, the label grew from a Kolkata studio into a full luxury house. It now spans couture, menswear, jewellery, accessories and home. Sabyasachi was the first Indian designer to collaborate with Christian Louboutin, H&M, Pottery Barn, Bergdorf Goodman and Estée Lauder. His work has dressed Bollywood brides, Met Gala guests and royalty. That is why “a Sabyasachi” has become shorthand for the ultimate Indian bridal outfit.
What Makes Sabyasachi Different?
A Sabyasachi piece is recognisable before you see the label. Four things define it:
- Heritage craft, done by hand. Artisan clusters do the zardozi, resham, gota, dabka and mukaish work, often on revived regional textiles.
- A deep, old-world palette. Sindoor reds, emerald and bottle green, ivory, gold and mustard, inspired by vintage Bengal.
- Heirloom thinking. Pieces are made to be passed down, not worn once. The label calls them “modern heirlooms.”
One design language across categories. The same motifs run through lehengas, jewellery and bags: the Bengal tiger, Calcutta florals and Byzantine gold.
Sabyasachi Lehengas: Styles and What to Expect
The Sabyasachi bridal lehenga is the label’s most searched-for product. Most are heavily embellished flared skirts in silk, velvet or tissue. They come with one or two dupattas and a fitted blouse. Classic styles include:
- The red bridal lehenga: the signature sindoor red with gold zardozi, worn by many celebrity brides.
- Pastel and ivory lehengas: lighter, often with chikankari or tonal threadwork, for day weddings and sangeet.
- Velvet lehengas: rich jewel tones for winter weddings and receptions.
- Printed and lighter festive lehengas: for guests and pre-wedding functions.
Tip from our stylists: Sabyasachi bridal lehengas are known for their weight. Try on the full look, dupatta included, before you decide, and book your fittings early.
See Sabyasachi lehengas in person at our Altamount Road store.
Sabyasachi Sarees
Sabyasachi sarees range from handwoven Banarasi and Bengal silks to embroidered tulle and organza drapes. Many come with signature blouses, scalloped borders or hand-embroidered pallus. They are popular with wedding guests and mothers of the bride. They also suit anyone who wants a Sabyasachi without a full bridal budget.
Pair one with a Sabyasachi belt to cinch the drape, a look made famous on screen and on the red carpet. Read: 5 Ways to Style Sabyasachi Belts.
Sabyasachi Lehenga and Saree Prices in India (2026)
Sabyasachi prices depend on the embroidery, the fabric, any customisation and the collection. Published 2026 buying guides put bridal lehengas at about ₹2 lakh for simpler pieces, rising to well above ₹15 lakh for heavy couture.
- Bridal lehenga (couture): ₹2 lakh to ₹15 lakh+
- Festive or lighter lehenga: [Aza in-store range]
- Saree: [Aza in-store range]
- Belts: [Aza online range]
- Bags: [Aza online range]
Prices are indicative and change by season. For current prices at Aza, call our Altamount store on [phone]. Accessory prices are live on our Sabyasachi designer page.
Is a Sabyasachi worth it? Yes, if you want a piece you will re-wear, restyle and hand down. Sabyasachi lehengas also keep their resale value better than most bridal wear. If your budget is tighter, see our guide to designers with a similar aesthetic.
Sabyasachi Accessories: Bags, Belts and More, Available Online
You don’t have to buy a lehenga to own a Sabyasachi. The accessories are the label’s most affordable way in, and Aza sells them online with delivery across India [and internationally].
- Sabyasachi belts: the Bengal tiger buckle belt is the label’s best-known accessory. Wear it over a saree, lehenga or anarkali, or with a shirt and trousers. Popular styles are the Tiger Carved Belt, the Royal Tiger Logo Belt and the Wide Belt.
- Sabyasachi bags: the Nani Bucket bag, the Calcutta and Alipore sling bags, the Lifafa bag and the Firpo bag. They come in signature shades like Rouge Bengal, Bengal Black, Mustard Tan and Mangrove Green.
- Pouches and wallets: smaller embroidered pieces that make strong gifts.
Shop Sabyasachi accessories online
Where to Buy Sabyasachi in Mumbai
In Mumbai, you can buy Sabyasachi at the Sabyasachi flagship in Kala Ghoda and at select multi-designer stores. One of these is Aza Fashions, Altamount Road.
Why shop Sabyasachi at Aza Altamount:
- See Sabyasachi lehengas, sarees and accessories alongside 1,500+ other designers, so you can compare before you decide.
- Get personal styling from Aza’s fashion consultants, by appointment or as a walk-in.
- Try on complete looks, belts and bags included, in one visit.
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Dr Alka Nishar founded Aza in 2005. It now runs 9 boutiques across Mumbai, Delhi and Hyderabad.
Can You Buy Sabyasachi Online?
Yes. Sabyasachi bags, belts and pouches are available online at Aza Fashions. Lehengas and sarees are best bought in person, because fit, weight and colour matter. At Aza, you’ll find them at the Altamount Road store.
How to Identify an Original Sabyasachi
There is a huge market for “Sabyasachi-inspired” pieces, so buy carefully:
- Buy only from Sabyasachi stores or established stockists. A “Sabyasachi lehenga” listed for a few thousand rupees is a replica.
- Check the reverse of the embroidery. Handwork shows slight irregularities and dense, neat backing. Machine work looks uniform.
- Ask for a proper invoice that names the designer and the product.
- Be careful with resale. Ask for the original bill and close-up photos of the label and embroidery.
- Check the price. A bridal lehenga priced far below the typical range above is not an original.
Sabyasachi in 2026: What’s New
- Return to New York Fashion Week. On 15 September 2026, Sabyasachi showed his Spring/Summer 2027 collection at NYFW. It was his first New York runway in nearly two decades. Read our NYFW recap.
- The Met collaboration. The show launched a multi-year high-jewellery partnership with New York’s Metropolitan Museum of Art, drawn from its Byzantine archives.
- Global jewellery push. In 2025, Sabyasachi High Jewellery held its first residency at Harrods in London.
How to Style Sabyasachi
- Bride: a red or ivory lehenga, heirloom jewellery, and minimal makeup with a bold lip. Let the embroidery lead.
- Mother of the bride: a Sabyasachi saree with a contrast blouse and a tiger belt.
- Wedding guest: a lighter lehenga or saree, a Sabyasachi sling bag and one statement piece of jewellery.
- Everyday luxury: the tiger belt over a kurta set, or with a crisp shirt and trousers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Sabyasachi?
Sabyasachi Mukherjee is a Kolkata-based Indian fashion designer who founded the Sabyasachi luxury label in 1999. He is best known for bridal lehengas, sarees, fine jewellery and accessories with the tiger emblem.
Who owns Sabyasachi?
Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail Limited (ABFRL) bought a 51% stake in Sabyasachi in 2021. Sabyasachi Mukherjee remains founder and creative director.
How much does a Sabyasachi lehenga cost?
A Sabyasachi bridal lehenga typically costs from about ₹2 lakh for simpler pieces to over ₹15 lakh for heavy couture. The price depends on the embroidery, the fabric and any customisation.
Where can I buy Sabyasachi in Mumbai?
You can buy Sabyasachi in Mumbai at the Sabyasachi flagship in Kala Ghoda. Aza Fashions on Altamount Road also stocks Sabyasachi lehengas, sarees and accessories.
Can I buy Sabyasachi online?
Yes. Sabyasachi bags, belts and pouches are available online at azafashions.com. Aza’s Sabyasachi lehengas and sarees are available in store at Altamount Road.
Does Aza sell Sabyasachi lehengas?
Yes. Aza Fashions’ Altamount Road store in Mumbai carries Sabyasachi lehengas and sarees. Call [phone] to check what’s in store or book an appointment.
How long does a Sabyasachi bridal order take?
Custom bridal orders usually take three months or more. Start shopping at least four to six months before the wedding.
How can I tell if a Sabyasachi is original?
Buy only from Sabyasachi stores or established stockists, and check the back of the hand embroidery. Always get an invoice that names the designer.
What is Sabyasachi’s logo?
Sabyasachi’s emblem is the Royal Bengal tiger. It appears on the label’s belts, bags and jewellery.
What is Sabyasachi’s latest collection?
Sabyasachi showed its Spring/Summer 2027 collection at New York Fashion Week on 15 September 2026. The show also launched a high-jewellery collaboration with the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Shop Sabyasachi at Aza
Planning your bridal look, or just adding a Sabyasachi belt to your wardrobe? Try on lehengas and sarees at our Altamount Road store, and shop Sabyasachi accessories online with delivery to your door.
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